Bhopal: Gandhi Medical College Alumni To Fund Research On Climate Change’s Impact On Disease Patterns

Bhopal: Gandhi Medical College Alumni To Fund Research On Climate Change’s Impact On Disease Patterns

According to the alumni association, climate change is triggering changes in disease patterns, often presenting with new and unfamiliar symptoms.

Staff ReporterUpdated: Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 01:06 AM IST
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Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The alumni association of Gandhi Medical College (GMC), Bhopal, has announced funding to support research on how climate change is altering disease patterns and symptoms. Around 7,000 former students of GMC will contribute to this initiative, aimed at improving diagnosis and treatment for patients.

In a landmark move, GMC researchers will study the impact of rising temperatures and worsening air quality on human health. According to the alumni association, climate change is triggering changes in disease patterns, often presenting with new and unfamiliar symptoms.

Recognising climate change as a significant environmental threat with widespread health implications, the alumni association emphasised the need for a well-prepared medical workforce. The initiative aims to assess awareness of climate-related health hazards among medical students and promote targeted awareness campaigns based on research findings. Dr. Lalit Shrivastava, a GMC alumnus, highlighted the practical importance of the initiative, stating, “We run clinics, nursing homes and hospitals where we encounter a variety of climate-related illnesses. By supporting GMC students, we can improve patient care. That’s why we have decided to fund research, ensuring students have access to financial support, equipment and other necessary resources.”

Dr. Rakesh Bhargav, another GMC alumnus, said, “With 7,000 former GMC students backing this initiative, the alumni association has committed to funding research on changing disease patterns and symptoms due to climate shifts. All necessary support, including financial aid, will be provided to GMC students.”

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