106-year-old Mukhtar Ahmed, a resident of Central Delhi's Nawabganj, has recovered from coronavirus and been discharged from Rajiv Gandhi Super Specialty Hospital. The centenarian was admitted in Rajiv Gandhi Super Specialty Hospital on April 14 after been infected with the coronavirus. He was discharged on May 1. Dr BL Sherwal, Medical Director, Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital, a designated COVID-19 hospital said, "Whenever a patient recovers it is a proud moment for us. However, this case, due to the age of Ahmed, is inspiring news for all of us."

"Our doctors who were treating him had noticed his stern will to fight against the virus. It is the will that is important in the battle against coronavirus. Ahmed fought with the disease as bravely." On being asked about Ahmed's immunity, Dr Sherwal said, "The recovery depends on whether one's body has a mild or severe coronavirus infection."

"He has set an example that even people above hundred years can too fight coronavirus and emerge victoriously," he added.

Ahmed got the infection from his son who is still undergoing treatment. However, Ahmed is now fit and is maintaining social distance from his family members, thus, obeying the prescribed instructions.

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As part of Hollywood studio's scheduling changes due to the coronavirus crisis, the release of 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' has been delayed. Marvel's sequel to the 2016 Benedict Cumberbatch film, has been pushed back from November 5, 2021, to March 25, 2022, cited The Hollywood Reporter. The Sam Raimi directed film is being delayed for the second time.

It had already been pushed once because of the crisis from May 2021, to the early November frame. This change in the release date makes the movie the latest one to move out of scheduled dates due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

Earlier, owing to the global coronavirus crisis, Sony Pictures has pushed back two of its untitled 'Spider-Man' sequels. Meanwhile, the theatrical release of the much anticipated two chapters in actor Tom Cruise's action franchise - 'Mission: Impossible 7' and 'Mission: Impossible 8' has been delayed by the Paramount pictures.

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Always eager to share his vast knowledge and experience, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has interacted with 12,000 doctors on sports injuries. In his over two decade long illustrious career, Tendulkar suffered many health issues, the most prominent being the tennis elbow injury.

The veteran of 200 Tests and 463 ODIs, got to know through one Dr Sudhir Warrier, an orthopaedic surgeon, that several young doctors across the country were utilising the lockdown time to effectively gain knowledge on sports injuries through live webinars. A session on sports injuries was held on Saturday and Tendulkar, knowing that his experiences will help these doctors, volunteered to be a part of it.

Tendulkar, accordingly, interacted with around 12,000 doctors, who attended the session. It is reliably leanrt that the 46-year-old legend said he was grateful to the medical fraternity for their service. During the session, the young orthopaedic doctors got to know how the requirements and treatment outcomes of athletes are different from regular patients, sources said. Dr Warrier moderated the session with Dr Nitin Patel, physiotherapist, who has worked with Indian cricket team and IPL franchise Mumbai Indians.

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Doctors, nurses and other healthcare staff are working on the frontline, dutifully serving patients in the fight against the coronavirus outbreak. Most healthcare workers have been working in longer shifts risking their lives to save others while combatting daily challenges like shortage of PPEs and other issues. Their efforts have been lauded and people across the globe have taken to social media to praise the healthworkers 

Business tycoon Harsh Goenka shared a video on Twitter of a doctor getting praises from people in a unique way that has gone viral. In an emotional video that is been widely circulated online, medical practitioner Dr Uma Madhusudan is seen outside her house getting 'Thank you' praises from cars passing by with passengers holding placards in a 'Drive of Honour'.

The car rally also had the fire brigade trucks and police cars with neighbours holding 'Thank You' placards for her. The elated doctor is seen thanking them and waving at them.

According to the Star of Mysore, Dr Madhusudhan studied at the JSS Medical College in Mysuru and is currently working at the South Windsor Hospital in the US.

“Dr Uma Madhusudan, an Indian  doctor, was saluted in a unique way in front of her house in USA in recognition of her selfless service treating Covid patients,” the caption for Goenka’s post read.

Dr Uma Madhusudan, an Indian doctor, was saluted in a unique way in front of her house in USA in recognition of her selfless service treating Covid patients pic.twitter.com/Hg62FSwzsP

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) April 20, 2020

The video posted on April 21, garnered more than 44,600 views and over 3,400 likes and was retweeted 354 times. Here’s how the Twitterati reacted on the post:

She's from my wife's medical college in Mysore. The alumni group was having lot of joy seeing this.

— D Prasanth Nair (@DPrasanthNair) April 21, 2020

Proud and salute for her dedication.

— Vimal (@gupt1001) April 22, 2020

Also in India we have people who are showering flowers on police & sanitation workers. Thinking matters among different people, societies & localities.

— Arvind Behal (@ArvindBehal) April 20, 2020

What do you think about the video?

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Medical Doctors in Luxembourg increased to 3.31 per 1000 people in 2017 from 3.10 per 1000 people in 2016. Medical Doctors in Luxembourg averaged 3.02 per 1000 people from 2004 until 2017, reaching an all time high of 3.31 per 1000 people in 2017 and a record low of 2.72 per 1000 people in 2004. This page includes a chart with historical data for Luxembourg Medical Doctors.

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Medical Doctors in Ireland increased to 3.30 per 1000 people in 2018 from 3.26 per 1000 people in 2017. Medical Doctors in Ireland averaged 3.06 per 1000 people from 2006 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 3.30 per 1000 people in 2018 and a record low of 2.72 per 1000 people in 2006. This page includes a chart with historical data for Ireland Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Poland decreased to 2.58 per 1000 people in 2017 from 2.63 per 1000 people in 2016. Medical Doctors in Poland averaged 2.44 per 1000 people from 2005 until 2017, reaching an all time high of 2.63 per 1000 people in 2016 and a record low of 2.32 per 1000 people in 2009. This page includes a chart with historical data for Poland Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Lithuania increased to 4.85 per 1000 people in 2017 from 4.77 per 1000 people in 2016. Medical Doctors in Lithuania averaged 3.97 per 1000 people from 1965 until 2017, reaching an all time high of 4.85 per 1000 people in 2017 and a record low of 1.77 per 1000 people in 1965. This page includes a chart with historical data for Lithuania Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Israel increased to 3.33 per 1000 people in 2018 from 3.29 per 1000 people in 2017. Medical Doctors in Israel averaged 2.86 per 1000 people from 1960 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 3.62 per 1000 people in 1997 and a record low of 1.45 per 1000 people in 1960. This page includes a chart with historical data for Israel Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Slovenia increased to 3.16 per 1000 people in 2017 from 3.07 per 1000 people in 2016. Medical Doctors in Slovenia averaged 2.34 per 1000 people from 1980 until 2017, reaching an all time high of 3.16 per 1000 people in 2017 and a record low of 1.77 per 1000 people in 1980. This page includes a chart with historical data for Slovenia Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Sweden decreased to 4.32 per 1000 people in 2016 from 4.50 per 1000 people in 2015. Medical Doctors in Sweden averaged 3.72 per 1000 people from 1995 until 2016, reaching an all time high of 4.50 per 1000 people in 2015 and a record low of 2.99 per 1000 people in 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for Sweden Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Iceland increased to 3.94 per 1000 people in 2018 from 3.87 per 1000 people in 2017. Medical Doctors in Iceland averaged 2.62 per 1000 people from 1960 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 3.94 per 1000 people in 2018 and a record low of 1.17 per 1000 people in 1960. This page includes a chart with historical data for Iceland Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Latvia increased to 3.44 per 1000 people in 2017 from 3.37 per 1000 people in 2016. Medical Doctors in Latvia averaged 3.26 per 1000 people from 1989 until 2017, reaching an all time high of 3.76 per 1000 people in 1991 and a record low of 2.98 per 1000 people in 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for Latvia Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Finland decreased to 3.33 per 1000 people in 2015 from 3.39 per 1000 people in 2014. Medical Doctors in Finland averaged 2.99 per 1000 people from 1995 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 3.39 per 1000 people in 2014 and a record low of 2.53 per 1000 people in 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for Finland Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Norway increased to 5.53 per 1000 people in 2018 from 5.38 per 1000 people in 2017. Medical Doctors in Norway averaged 4.99 per 1000 people from 2008 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 5.53 per 1000 people in 2018 and a record low of 4.60 per 1000 people in 2008. This page includes a chart with historical data for Norway Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Slovakia decreased to 3.42 per 1000 people in 2017 from 3.47 per 1000 people in 2016. Medical Doctors in Slovakia averaged 3.34 per 1000 people from 1999 until 2017, reaching an all time high of 3.47 per 1000 people in 2016 and a record low of 3.04 per 1000 people in 2005. This page includes a chart with historical data for Slovakia Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in Denmark increased to 4.27 per 1000 people in 2016 from 4.20 per 1000 people in 2015. Medical Doctors in Denmark averaged 3.15 per 1000 people from 1980 until 2016, reaching an all time high of 4.27 per 1000 people in 2016 and a record low of 1.99 per 1000 people in 1980. This page includes a chart with historical data for Denmark Medical Doctors.

Medical Doctors in New Zealand increased to 3.35 per 1000 people in 2018 from 3.28 per 1000 people in 2017. Medical Doctors in New Zealand averaged 2.05 per 1000 people from 1961 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 3.35 per 1000 people in 2018 and a record low of 1.06 per 1000 people in 1966. This page includes a chart with historical data for New Zealand Medical Doctors.