Haveri's First Stray Dog Sterilisation Centre Inaugurated
Haveri CMC opens its first dog sterilisation centre to control strays. Over 1,500 dogs to be captured, sterilised, and released under new ABC programme. Read more.
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Karnataka Directs Districts to Curb Seasonal Flu Spread
Karnataka Health Department urges districts to implement preventive measures for winter flu. Focus on ventilator readiness and public awareness drives to manage critical cases.
Pakistan Unprepared for HPAI Bird Flu, Experts Warn
Health experts warn Pakistan is ill-equipped to handle a potential HPAI H5N1 outbreak, citing weak surveillance and vaccine shortages. Learn the risks and global context.
H3N2 Flu Spreads in US, 30 States Affected
The H3N2 influenza strain is causing a significant surge across the US, with hospitalizations up 14.3%. Learn about symptoms, severity, and which states are most impacted.
Pulse Polio Campaign Begins in Chandigarh on Dec 21
Chandigarh's health department launches a 3-day Pulse Polio drive on Dec 21. Over 1,000 teams will administer drops at 471 booths to protect children aged 0-5 years. Read details.
Polio Drive in DK: 1.4 Lakh Kids Targeted on Dec 21
Dakshina Kannada launches a major polio vaccination drive on Dec 21, targeting 1.4 lakh children under five. Door-to-door visits planned for those who miss it. Read details.
Doctor Explains Zinc & Vitamin C Immunity Protocol
A senior doctor explains how combining zinc and vitamin C can boost your immune defence. Learn the right way to take them, timing tips, and crucial cautions for the flu season.
Bird Flu Spread: High Fatality But Low Pandemic Risk
H5N1 avian influenza infects cattle and poultry workers, with 986 global cases since 2003. Experts say human-to-human spread remains unlikely, but vigilance is key. Learn the risks and prevention steps.
How to Differentiate Between Cold, Flu and COVID-19
Struggling to identify your illness? Learn the distinct symptoms of common cold, influenza, and COVID-19 to take the right action. Read more for a detailed comparison.
Amritsar's Special Vaccination Drive for Vulnerable Groups
Amritsar health authorities launch a targeted vaccination drive for children and pregnant women. Learn about the schedule, vaccines offered, and key health benefits.
Assam NGO's HPV Vaccine Drive Reaches 3,000 Women
Pratishruti NGO achieves India's largest non-profit HPV vaccination drive in Assam, targeting cervical cancer prevention. Learn how community efforts are bridging the healthcare gap.
Polio Vaccination in Karnataka on December 21
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces a crucial polio vaccination drive on December 21. Learn about the schedule and the importance of the five-dose OPV regimen for every child.
Flu raises heart attack, stroke risk in first month
New research reveals a lab-confirmed flu infection quadruples heart attack risk and quintuples stroke risk in the 30 days after illness. Learn who is most vulnerable and how vaccination helps.
Lucknow fines 6 dog owners Rs 30k for no licence
Lucknow Municipal Corporation fined six pet owners Rs 30,000 for keeping dogs without a licence in Gomtinagar. One pug was temporarily seized. Learn about the drive's aims and public safety measures.
5 Killed in Attack on Polio Vaccination Team in Pakistan
A deadly attack on a polio vaccination team in northwest Pakistan has left five dead, including four health workers. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers faced by polio eradication campaigns in the region.
Norovirus Cases Spike in US Midwest, Health Alert Issued
Norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug causing vomiting and diarrhoea, is surging in US states like Illinois. Learn key symptoms, prevention tips from CDC & WHO, and how to protect yourself.
Immunisation Week Launched in Kapurthala District
Kapurthala launches Immunisation Week to boost child vaccination rates. Officials aim for 100% coverage, focusing on routine and catch-up doses. Learn about the drive's goals.
US May End Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth
A US CDC panel reviews the universal hepatitis B birth dose policy. Experts warn against delay, citing household transmission risks and a 99% drop in infections since 1991. Learn why.
Trump lauds CDC panel's hepatitis B vaccine decision
US President Donald Trump praised a CDC panel vote to end its recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Read the details and implications of this major public health shift.
CDC Changes Hepatitis B Vaccine Rule for Newborns
CDC's vaccine panel votes to end universal hepatitis B shot at birth for babies of negative mothers. Parents and doctors to decide case-by-case. Experts warn of risks.
Free HPV Vaccine for Girls in Maharashtra from 2026
Maharashtra's health department will provide free HPV vaccinations to girls aged 9-14 starting January 2026, a major step to prevent cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout plan and its significance.
US Ends Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns
A US vaccine committee scraps the universal hepatitis B birth dose recommendation, a major policy shift. Experts warn this could reverse decades of public health progress. Learn about the virus and new guidelines.
Free HPV Vaccination for Girls in Maharashtra from Jan 2024
Maharashtra's health department announces a statewide free HPV vaccination drive for girls aged 9-14 starting January 2024, aiming to combat cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout and key details.
US Panel Revises Hepatitis B Vaccine Advice for Newborns
A US advisory committee now says not all newborns need immediate Hepatitis B vaccination, a major shift from decades of policy. Explore the new guidelines and their global implications.
CDC Panel to Vote on Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns
A key CDC advisory panel will vote on making the hepatitis B vaccine universal for all newborns in the US, a crucial step to eliminate mother-to-child transmission. Learn the details and implications.
Gates warns Trump on global health funding cuts
Bill Gates warns President Trump that deep cuts to US global health aid could reverse progress on child mortality. The Gates Foundation report projects millions of additional deaths if funding drops.
West Virginia Blocks Religious Vaccine Exemptions After Court Stay
West Virginia schools have reinstated a compulsory vaccine mandate, ending religious exemptions after a state Supreme Court stay. The move impacts hundreds of families and upholds one of the US's strictest school vaccination policies. Read the full story.
Kanpur's December Vaccination Drive for Children Under 5
Kanpur DM launches a month-long 'Vaccination Festival' targeting children who missed routine immunisation. 502 centres open every Wednesday & Saturday. Ensure your child is protected.
West Virginia Supreme Court Reinstates School Vaccine Mandate
West Virginia's Supreme Court halts a lower court ruling, forcing an immediate reinstatement of the state's strict school vaccination policy that bars religious exemptions. The legal battle continues.
IMA HPV Vaccine at ₹1000 to Fight Cervical Cancer
Indian Medical Association launches affordable HPV vaccination program starting December. Cervical cancer kills 100 women daily in India. Learn how this initiative saves lives.
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