Swaminathan Calls for PDS Reform to Address Nutrition Gaps
Former WHO chief scientist Dr. Soumya Swaminathan highlights India's nutrition crisis, linking poor diets to rising diabetes and NCDs, and advocates for public distribution system reforms.
Category : Health
Blood Not for Sale: Apurba's 70,000 Camps Drive
Apurba, a dedicated blood donation advocate, emphasizes that blood should never be commercialized, having organized over 70,000 camps to promote voluntary donations and save lives.
High Uranium Levels Found in Bathinda Groundwater
A recent study reveals dangerously high concentrations of uranium in Bathinda's groundwater, posing severe health risks to residents and raising environmental concerns.
Bengaluru Flu-Like Illnesses Spike Amid Weather Changes
Doctors in Bengaluru are reporting a significant increase in flu-like illnesses, including fever, cough, and body aches, attributed to recent weather fluctuations and viral infections.
Affordable Weight-Loss Drugs Launch in India After Patent Expiry
India's anti-obesity market is set for a price war as Sun Pharma, Zydus, and others launch generic versions of Wegovy and Ozempic, with prices expected to drop by 50%.
Horoscope Today: Financial Caution and Emotional Balance
Today's horoscope warns of potential money slips and overthinking due to planetary alignments. Practice patience, use the Moon mantra for calm, and avoid haste in travel. Relationships offer warmth, but keep finances separate from love talks.
Forceps Left in Patient: Medical Board to Investigate Surgical Lapse
A medical board will investigate a surgical lapse at Vandanam Medical College Hospital where a forceps was left in a patient's abdomen for five years. The board includes experts from multiple medical colleges.
Telangana DCA Launches AMR Awareness Drive with Pharmacy Pamphlets
The Drugs Control Administration, Telangana, has launched a public awareness campaign on antimicrobial resistance through multilingual pamphlets distributed to pharmacies across the state.
Private Pool Safety Gaps Exposed After Hyderabad Drowning
Following a tragic drowning in Hyderabad, experts highlight the absence of regulatory bodies for private swimming pools in Telangana, raising alarms over unqualified staff and inadequate safety measures.
Daily Horoscope: Venus Enhances Voice, Moon Promotes Relaxation
Today's horoscope highlights Venus improving communication skills for praise-worthy interactions and the Moon encouraging home relaxation over shopping. Financial gains are possible, but avoid impulse buys.
Shimla: Stray Dog Carries Severed Foot, Hospital Staff Notices Issued
A viral video shows a stray dog carrying a severed human foot at AIMSS in Shimla, leading to show-cause notices for sanitation staff and a review of biomedical waste protocols.
Overthinking and Peak Performance Psychology
Overthinking is increasingly identified as a key factor in stress and underperformance during high-pressure scenarios, affecting mental focus and outcomes.
Astrology Today: Moon, Saturn Drive Work, Venus Softens Ties
Today's horoscope highlights work tension under Moon and Saturn, with support from siblings boosting confidence. Venus aids relationships, Jupiter steadies career, and Saturn advises financial caution. Health tips include managing restlessness.
Rajahmundry Kidney Deaths Hit 5; Adulterated Milk Blamed
The death toll from acute kidney failure cases in Rajahmundry has climbed to five, with police investigations revealing adulterated milk from an unauthorized dairy as the likely cause. A six-year-old boy is among the latest victims.
Aurangabad Mourns Doctor Killed in Air Ambulance Crash
The body of Dr. Vikas Kumar Gupta, who died in a Jharkhand air ambulance crash, reached his ancestral village in Aurangabad. Villagers gathered to pay respects as his eight-year-old son lit the funeral pyre.
Uttarakhand Makes Leprosy Notifiable to Boost Public Health
Uttarakhand has declared leprosy a notifiable disease, requiring all cases in public and private healthcare to be reported. This aims to enhance surveillance, ensure early treatment, and prevent transmission, with 241 new cases detected in 2025-26.
Doctor's Duty Ends in Chatra Air Ambulance Crash Tragedy
Dr. Vikas Kumar Gupta, a 34-year-old anaesthetist, died in a fatal air ambulance crash near Simaria after stepping in last-minute to accompany a patient to Delhi, highlighting his dedication to medical duty.
Bihar to Get Blood Bank at LNJP Hospital, 400 New Beds
Health Minister Mangal Pandey announced a blood bank at LNJP Hospital within six months and 400 new beds in 3-4 months. He also detailed TB patient support and actions against unqualified practitioners.
Jharkhand Budget: Rs 200 Crore for Cancer Treatment
Jharkhand's annual budget for FY 2026-27 allocates Rs 200 crore exclusively for cancer treatment, with total health sector funding at Rs 7,990.30 crore. The plan includes installing PET/CT scan machines in five medical colleges and upgrading district hosp
Air Ambulance Crash in Chatra Kills Family After Borrowing Rs 8 Lakh
A family from Latehar exhausted savings and took loans to arrange an Rs 8 lakh air ambulance for Sanjay Kumar's treatment in Delhi, only for the flight to crash in Chatra, killing him, his wife, and nephew, leaving two children orphaned.
Boy Dies in Cylinder Fire at Nayagaon Village Flat
A devastating cylinder fire in a residential flat near Nayagaon village resulted in the tragic death of a young boy, highlighting urgent safety concerns.
Chandigarh Hospital Evening OPD Trial Attracts 25 Patients
Chandigarh's Sector 16 hospital conducted a trial run of its evening OPD, attended by 25 patients, aiming to enhance healthcare accessibility for working individuals and students.
Unauthorised Ice Cream Carts Seized in Chandigarh's Sector 20
Chandigarh's health department conducted a surprise raid in Sector 20, seizing multiple unauthorised ice cream carts operating without proper licenses or hygiene standards.
German 'House Burping' Goes Viral as American Wellness Trend
The German practice of Lüften, now called 'house burping,' has become a viral wellness trend in the US. Doctors explain its health benefits and how to adapt it for India's air quality challenges.
Mizoram's First Laparoscopic Pancreatic Cancer Surgery at ZMC&H
Zoram Medical College & Hospital in Aizawl successfully performed Mizoram's inaugural laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic cancer, marking a healthcare breakthrough. The procedure was part of a workshop with specialists, enhancing local surgical capabiliti
Manipal Hospital Opens Pediatric Cancer & BMT Unit
Kasturba Hospital's Shirdi Saibaba Cancer Centre in Manipal has launched a dedicated pediatric oncology bone marrow transplant unit and specialized operation theatre, featuring advanced infrastructure and international-standard facilities for complex canc
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh Empowers SMOs for Health Drive
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh has assigned newly promoted Senior Medical Officers to monitor non-communicable disease screening for those over 30 and supervise TB Mukt Abhiyan. He inaugurated a training programme to enhance their administrative s
111-Year-Old Man's 3 Simple Longevity Hacks Revealed
Luis Cano, America's oldest man at 111, shares his straightforward secrets for a long life: no drinking, good sleep, no smoking, and behaving well, with a veggie-heavy diet.
Chikodi Hospital Water Crisis Hits Patients Before Summer
The 100-bed Mother and Child Hospital in Chikodi, inaugurated last year, struggles with acute water shortage. Patients and staff face hardships as groundwater depletes, forcing reliance on tankers.
Dipika Kakar's Liver Cyst: Shoaib Ibrahim Updates on Her Health
Actress Dipika Kakar faces a new health scare with a 1.3 cm liver cyst, diagnosed after severe pain. Husband Shoaib Ibrahim confirms she's fine post-procedure, emphasizing the importance of regular check-ups.
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