India, April 4 -- The research society of BJGMC, Pune, is hosting its 51st annual conference on April 3 and 4, 2025. This year's theme is "Lifestyle Diseases: Empower, Prevent, and Treat," which aims to address growing health concerns such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and obesity, said the officials.

The event was inaugurated by Dr Abhijat Sheth, president of the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, with Padmashri Dr Omesh Bharti, state epidemiologist from Shimla, as the guest of honour. Over 1,250 doctors, researchers, and medical students from across India are attending this prestigious gathering.

Dr Eknath Pawar, dean of BJGMC highlighted the importance of the theme, stating, "For the first time, we are focusing on...