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Indian Spinal Injuries Centre to organise India’s First Ever International Conference on Universal Design and Assistive Technology to cater to the needs of the Physically Disabled Indian Spinal Injuries Centre announced its first International Conference on Universal Design and Assistive Technology to cater to the needs of the physically disabled. Under the theme of Universal Design and Assistive Technology, UniDAT to be held in India from 19th to 21st December 2013, will emphasize on specialized technology tailored to the needs of individuals with functiona Major HPS Ahluwalia, Patron, UniDAT and Chairman, ISIC, says “The Department of Assistive Technology was started in 2006 with the intention of letting people in India witness the latest trends, practices and services for people with disabilities. This conference will serve as a unique opportunity for exhibitors, professionals, individuals and service providers to come together and gather information on the world of assistive technology in India.” Speaking about the initiative Dr. A. K. Mukherjee, President, UniDAT and Director General, ISIC, says, “The role of assistive technology in the welfare of persons with disabilities has been well recognized at the global level through UNCRPD and the World
MediBiz TV, First Global Healthcare TV Channel launched in December 2013
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orld’s first 24-hour healthcare channel – Medi BizTV will be launched at IMA hall in Kochi on December 21, 2013. The channel that will go on air worldwide across 130 countries will be uplinked to the world through Satellite APSTAR-7 and would cover Asia, Africa, and Australia and Europe.
“Medi Biz TV has been planned with a great number of programmes dedicated to the healthcare sector. All the programmes have been planned to be informative and innovative at the same time entertaining. We hope to see Medi BizTV bring out benign changes in the healthcare sector,” said Sohan Roy, the think tank behind this project. 8
Report on Disabilities. However, a large section of people with disabilities in the developing world do not have access to assistive technology thereby hampering their inclusion & participation in the society. Today the time is ripe to focus on assistive technology, one of the pillars of rehabilitation.” Dr. H. S. Chhabra, Organizing Chairman, UniDAT and Medical Director & Chief of Spine Services, ISIC further adds, “ISIC has been promoting the use of assistive technology and its concepts for almost 6 years now. Given the importance of Assistive Technology and its impact on people’s lives, there is a need for information dissemination and more brainstorming on such important issues. UniDAT 2013 will not only provide such a platform, it will also provide an opportunity for experts and academicians to interact with the industry and distributors through a trade show. The blend of both research and application of assistive technologies is the best approach in making this world a better place for persons with disabilities.” “There is a need for proper clinical assessment and service delivery when it comes to assistive technology and unfortunately, in India a large percentage of population is wheelchair bound. By bringing together the industry experts, physiotherapists and occupational therapists, and assistive technology engineers on one platform, we are hopeful that UniDAT will help to fill the gap borne out of the lack of integration of individuals with disabilities and special needs in the existing environment,” says Mr. Nekram Upadhyay, Organizing Secretary, UniDAT.
Medi BizTV is promoted by Biz TV Network, a renowned name in the entertainment sector. They are the pioneers of the world’s first maritime channel – Marine Biz TV. Sohan Roy, the maverick young businessman and mariner is the inspiration behind this project. This Guinness Book entrant who is already a well-known name in the film world is all set to mark his magical presence in the healthcare sector through Medi Biz TV. He is also the director of highly acclaimed Hollywood movie DAM 999 which got selected for the 54th academy awards. Some of the programmes planned in the MediBiz TV are on Motivational and spiritual aspects of life; lifestyle diseases; healthy eating habits, Fitness, Baby Care, Yoga, Medical Wonders and Medi News. Along with the launch of Medi Biz TV, Biz TV Network is also announcing the Medi BizTV Global Awards (India) 2013. BizTV network intends to honour medical practitioners for their contribution to the field of Medicine & Healthcare. Award categories include Life Time Achievement, Young Doctor Achiever of the Year, Best Pharmacists, Best Doctor in Ayurveda, Best Hospital Chain, Best Medical Insurance Company, Best Pharmaceutical Company, Best Innovative Diagnostic Company and Best Medical Television programme. Jan - Feb 2014