The era of AI and legislative measures to protect consumers’ interests
Artificial intelligence, or AI, is technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human intelligence and problem-solving capabilities IBM.
Meenakshi Sushma, Researcher
Legislation around medical negligence - is it in need of a fix?
The Tamil Nadu State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (TNSCDRC), on 8th November, 2023 ordered the Madras Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Hospital (MIOT) Hospital, to pay a compensation of rupees 20,00,000 to complainant Shanthi Kalai Arasan, towards medical negligence. Over the eight years, Shanti has been fighting for justice, in the wake of her husband Kailai Arasan's death.
This Diabetes Day, think inside the box
November 14, World Diabetes Day, provides an opportunity to raise awareness on the metabolic disorder as a global public health issue. The focus of the campaign in 2023 is on delaying or preventing type 2 diabetes and diabetes related complications, with the slogan being “Know your risk, Know your response.”
So, do you know your risk in terms of what you’re consuming?
