Blood Type A Linked to Higher Stomach Cancer Risk
A major study in Nature finds people with blood type A have a higher risk of gastric cancer. Learn the biological reasons and what it means for prevention and early care.
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Why Blood Gets Thicker in Winter, Increasing Heart Stroke Risk
Medical experts explain the link between cold weather, thicker blood, and a 30-50% higher risk of heart attacks and strokes. Learn crucial prevention tips to stay safe this winter.
FDA Approves First Oral Thalassemia Treatment
US FDA approves Mitapivat, the first oral therapy for thalassemia anemia. Indian hematologists welcome the breakthrough but highlight access and affordability challenges in India. Read more.
3 Simple Tests to Check Stress Impact on Blood Flow
A vascular surgeon reveals three easy at-home tests to assess if chronic stress is harming your blood circulation. Learn the signs and protect your vascular health today.
India's IP 2026: New Blood Safety & Drug Standards Launched
India's new Pharmacopoeia 2026 introduces uniform standards for blood components and 121 new drug monographs, aiming to enhance patient safety and regulatory oversight nationwide. Read more.
First Oral Pill for Thalassaemia Approved by US FDA
The US FDA has approved mitapivat (Aqvesme), the first oral drug treating anaemia in thalassaemia at a cellular level. Indian specialists explain its transformative potential for patients, especially in high-burden India.
Amritsar's Sangat Dharamshala collects 58 blood units
Sangat Dharamshala in Amritsar organized a successful blood donation camp, collecting 58 units. The event saw strong community participation to aid local blood banks.
Ludhiana Station Redevelopment Bans Hot Food for Vendors
Ludhiana's railway station redevelopment enforces a ban on heating sources for food vendors, impacting sales and leaving commuters with cold snacks during a cold wave. Read about the safety directive and its economic fallout.
Blood Donation Camp in Poonch Collects 60 Units
A successful blood donation camp in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir, saw 60 units collected for hospitals. Organized by the Indian Army and local groups, the event highlights community health efforts.
Wrong Blood Type Given to 75-Year-Old in Bikaner Hospital
A 75-year-old woman in Bikaner received the wrong blood type at PBM Hospital. Her family demands justice as staff face mere transfers. Read about the negligence and the call for accountability.
Wrong Blood Type Given at Bengaluru Govt Hospital
A lab technician's error led to a wrong blood transfusion at Bengaluru's Jayanagar General Hospital. The patient is stable after ICU care. Police complaint filed.
Mysuru Hydrogen Blast: Activists Demand Safety Overhaul
Following a hydrogen cylinder blast in Mysuru, activists and tourism stakeholders demand a ban on spot-filling balloons and a revamp of palace security. Read more about the urgent calls for public safety protocols.
Find Blood Online Instantly: A Guide to eRaktKosh
Learn how to use the eRaktKosh portal to find real-time blood availability in your area. This digital hack can save critical time during medical emergencies. Check stock before you rush!
Udupi Police Set New Year Rules for Hotels & Homestays
Udupi police held a crucial meeting with hotel and homestay owners, outlining strict safety protocols, noise control, and mandatory CCTV for New Year celebrations. Read the full guidelines.
Okra Water for Sugar Control: 5 Potential Benefits
Exploring the science-backed reasons why okra water is gaining popularity as a natural aid for blood sugar management. Discover its potential benefits and how to use it.
Wrong Blood Type Given to 75-Year-Old in Bikaner Hospital
A probe into PBM Hospital in Bikaner confirms a 75-year-old woman was given the wrong blood type. This is the 5th such incident in Rajasthan govt hospitals in two years. Read about the accountability concerns.
Patiala: Double Tragedy After Lineman Electrocuted at Work
A lineman's electrocution in Patiala's Bhore village led to his mother's fatal heart attack, exposing alleged safety lapses. Read about the police case and departmental inquiry.
Bomb threat to BA London-Hyderabad flight, safety protocols activated
A bomb threat email targeting a British Airways flight from London led to full emergency protocols at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The flight landed safely. Read details.
BA Flight Lands Safely in Hyderabad After Bomb Threat
A London-Hyderabad British Airways flight landed safely after a bomb threat email. This follows similar threats to KLM and IndiGo flights at Hyderabad airport recently. Read for details.
Dutch Hockey Team's 8-Month Return Amid Covid Protocols
The Netherlands men's hockey team prepares for its first Pro League match in over eight months against Great Britain, navigating strict new bio-secure bubble protocols in the Covid era. Coach Max Caldas shares insights.
Chandigarh DLSA Blood Donation Camps Collect Over 70 Units
Chandigarh District Legal Services Authority holds successful blood donation camps at District Courts, collecting over 70 units. A vital initiative for community health and Thalassemia patients.
Teacher Honoured with Tulabhara of Blood & Books in Haveri
In a unique tribute, 108 former students honoured their 80-year-old teacher P.R. Math in Haveri's Akki Alur with tulabhara using donated blood and books equal to his weight. A heartwarming story of gratitude.
Rats Spotted in Satna Hospital's Newborn Care Unit
A viral video shows rats in Satna's SNCU, raising serious hygiene concerns in MP's public healthcare. This comes amid an HIV blood transfusion probe. Read for details.
5 Thalassemia Kids Get HIV in Satna Due to Blood Lapses
Five children with thalassemia in MP's Satna district test HIV positive after blood transfusions. A state probe reveals major lapses, suspensions follow. Read the heartbreaking stories.
Rajasthan hospitals flout blood safety rules, risk lives
Govt hospitals in Rajasthan have failed to implement 2015 safety directives for blood transfusions, leading to multiple errors. Read about the negligence and new warnings issued.
Surat Blood Centre's NAT Upgrade Enhances Patient Safety
Surat's SRKRC upgrades to a fully automated NAT system, detecting 117 infected blood donations missed by ELISA, preventing at least 351 potential infections. Read how this tech saves lives.
UP Govt Reviews Protocols for Dense Fog and Winter Preparedness
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal directs officials to ensure alertness, street lighting, and awareness campaigns to prevent road accidents during the winter season. Read the full plan.
Satna Blood Bank Staff Suspended Over HIV Infection Case
Madhya Pradesh suspends blood bank in-charge & 2 technicians after 6 thalassaemia children test HIV-positive. Central & state teams probe major procedural lapses. Read the full investigation details.
MP HIV-Thalassemia Scandal: Probe Finds Major Lapses
A state probe into how five thalassemia kids contracted HIV in Satna reveals shocking lapses: poor donor records, improper tests. Officials face action. Read the full investigation.
Fog Halts Delhi-Patna Trains, Major Delays Reported
Dense fog severely disrupts rail services on the Delhi-Kanpur-Patna route for a second day, causing multi-hour delays for major trains like Rajdhani and Sampoorna Kranti. Safety protocols enforced.
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