Wine Decline Linked to Less Social Dining in West
Changing social habits in Western societies, with fewer communal meals and more isolation, are causing a noticeable decline in wine consumption according to recent reports.
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Smartphone Overuse Creates Health Epidemic: Neck & Hand Damage
Doctors warn excessive phone use causes neck, hand, and wrist problems in young people. Learn symptoms and prevention tips from experts.
Punjab Mother Loses Sixth Son to Drugs, Demands Action
Shinder Kaur from Sherewal village has lost all six sons to Punjab's drug epidemic. Her youngest, Jasvir Singh, was found dead by a canal, highlighting the devastating impact of synthetic heroin 'chitta' on families.
Vadodara Hospitals to Report Disease Cases Online via HMIS
Vadodara Municipal Corporation directs hospitals to submit waterborne and vector-borne disease data through HMIS portal for real-time tracking and accurate records.
Digital India Act & Your Data Rights: Critical Questions Answered
The new Digital India Act and Data Protection Act 2023 raise crucial questions about privacy, consent, and government access. Here's what every Indian needs to know about their digital rights now.
Farmers Learn to Combat Pea & Potato Diseases
PAU scientists held a crucial workshop in Amritsar, empowering farmers with knowledge to manage pea and potato diseases. Learn the key strategies shared.
Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Indore's 200-Team Digital Fight Against Diarrhoea
Indore launches a massive 200-team digital surveillance operation with national experts to contain a diarrhoeal epidemic. Real-time data mapping aims to trace the contamination source. Read the full report.
Indore declares waterborne disease an epidemic, 10 dead
Indore health officials declare a waterborne disease outbreak an epidemic in Bhagirathpura, with 10 fatalities. Central and state teams are investigating the contamination source. Read for latest updates.
Delhi makes human rabies a notifiable disease
Delhi government mandates reporting of human rabies cases to strengthen surveillance and ensure timely treatment, a key step towards eliminating dog-mediated rabies deaths in the capital.
Indore: Waterborne Disease Epidemic Claims 10 Lives
Indore health officials declare a waterborne disease epidemic in Bhagirathpura. Central teams investigate contamination as Narmada supply is suspended. Read for latest updates and safety measures.
7 Subtle Diabetes Symptoms Indians Often Overlook
Diabetes is a silent epidemic affecting millions in India. Learn the 7 subtle, often ignored symptoms like fatigue, tingling, and slow healing to detect it early and prevent serious complications.
India's Sugar Consumption Growth Slumps to 1.42%
India's sugar demand plateaus as health-conscious youth and a diabetes epidemic drive a shift to natural sweeteners. Institutional consumption now dominates the market. Read the full analysis.
Expert Explains How Infectious Diseases Spread & Prevention
Dr. Sameer Bhati details the four main ways diseases like COVID-19 spread and offers crucial prevention tips. Learn how to build a health-resilient society.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
2025: The Year India Walked to Save Its Liver and Feet
In 2025, India linked fatty liver & diabetes to severe foot problems. Discover how daily walking emerged as a powerful, simple fix, cutting liver fat by 30% and saving limbs. Step into 2026 with healthier habits.
Four More Shots Please! Cast Discusses Male Loneliness, Final Season
In an exclusive interview, the cast of Four More Shots Please! season 4 discusses the show's end, judging their characters, and the 'male loneliness epidemic'. Prateik Smita Patil and Maanvi Gagroo share strong views.
Mizoram's Lawngtlai Seals Borders Amid Health Scare
Lawngtlai district shuts borders with Myanmar, Bangladesh after 2 deaths. Magistrate issues strict order under epidemic laws. Read for preventive measures and local directives.
India's Choice: Palliative Care Over Assisted Dying
Archana Datta argues that affordable palliative care and social connection, not planned death, are the answer to human suffering. Explore the legal and social safeguards needed.
Dengue Cases in India Soar, Delhi Remains High-Burden Area
Dengue cases in India have surged over five times since 2020, with Delhi reporting 3,746 cases this year. Experts warn of an epidemiological shift to year-round transmission. Learn about the risks and prevention measures.
Govt: No Direct Link Between Air Pollution & Lung Diseases
The Environment Ministry told Parliament there's no conclusive data linking AQI directly to lung diseases, but acknowledged pollution is a triggering factor. Details inside.
Doctors Advocate Unified Fight Against CKM Syndrome at ISN Conference
Leading nephrologists at the Indian Society of Nephrology conference in Lucknow call for a combined strategy against Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic syndrome to reduce NCD deaths. Learn about the new approach.
Plant Pathogens and Human Health: The Real Risk
Worried about black spots on apples or wilted zucchini? Learn why most plant diseases don't harm humans, the rare exceptions for immunocompromised people, and the fungi that can pose a real threat. Stay informed and garden safely.
Chahal Misses Final Due to Dengue & Chikungunya
Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal reveals dual infection of dengue and chikungunya, missing a major final. Learn about symptoms, risks, and how to protect yourself from these mosquito-borne diseases.
India's Battle Against Nocturnal Mosquito Terror
Mosquitoes have turned India's nights into a reign of terror. Discover the science behind their nocturnal attacks and what it means for public health. Read more.
Dehradun Air Quality Decline Triggers Major Health Alerts
Dehradun's worsening AQI poses severe health risks, with experts warning of a surge in cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases. Learn about the silent killer's impact.
Kauvery Hospital Launches Digestive Sciences Institute in Chennai
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani launches a new institute for digestive and liver care, addressing India's growing GI health crisis where 70% face symptoms but few seek help.
Lizard Infections: Salmonella, Leptospirosis Risks at Home
Household lizards can transmit dangerous diseases like Salmonella and Leptospirosis. Learn about the risks, symptoms for vulnerable groups, and essential safety measures to protect your family.
Kolkata Hospitals Full Amid Pneumonia, COPD Surge
Private hospitals in Kolkata are nearing full capacity due to a sharp rise in pneumonia and COPD patients. Experts warn of a worsening bed crisis as winter begins. Read more.
Parliament Passes Insurance Amendment Bill 2025
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
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