NMC Proposes 10-Year Limit for MBBS Completion
The National Medical Commission proposes reinstating the 10-year limit for completing the MBBS course, allowing more flexibility for students who face delays.
Category : Diseases
Temple Elephant Lakshmi's Health Crisis Sparks Welfare Concerns
Lakshmi, the 40-year-old temple elephant in Hampi, suffers from severe skin disorders, lameness, and psychological distress due to unsuitable living conditions, as per a veterinary report.
Coping with Multiple Sclerosis: No Definitive Cure
Nearly 2.8 million people live with multiple sclerosis worldwide. While no definitive cure exists, treatment options have expanded remarkably over two decades, offering hope for symptom management and quality of life.
Yogi Adityanath launches Hindi edition of emergency guide
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath unveiled the Hindi edition of 'The Red Book of Emergency – Life Saving Tips' to boost public awareness on medical emergencies and timely interventions.
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Stray Dog Biting Spree Injures Nearly 60 in Shivpuri
A stray dog in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, went on a biting spree, injuring nearly 60 people, including children. Authorities have launched a search operation.
Social Smoking: No Safe Level, Even Occasional Cigarettes Harm Health
Social smoking, often seen as harmless, poses serious health risks. Even occasional cigarettes increase heart disease risk, damage blood vessels, and can lead to nicotine addiction.
How Schizophrenia Quietly Enters Ordinary Homes
Schizophrenia is a mental illness that alters thinking, feeling, and behavior. It is not split personality or a moral flaw. Learn how it silently affects families.
5 Eye Symptoms Never to Ignore: Warning Signs
Ignoring certain eye symptoms can lead to serious vision problems. Learn about 5 warning signs that require immediate medical attention to protect your eyesight.
Gum Bleeding and Mouth Ulcers: Early Oral Cancer Signs
Tobacco users often ignore bleeding gums, mouth ulcers, and bad breath. Learn early oral cancer warning signs from an expert and why timely detection can save lives.
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How to Eat Right with a Night Job: Nutrition Tips
Working night shifts disrupts eating patterns. Learn expert tips on meal timing, food choices, and hydration to stay healthy and energized.
Indians Spent Over Rs 1.6 Lakh Crore on Medicines in 2022-23
Indians spent over Rs 1.6 lakh crore on medicines in 2022-23, accounting for 21% of health expenditure, according to a National Health Accounts report.
Family Planning Onus Still Rests Entirely on Women
NFHS data reveals that in Bengaluru, the burden of family planning remains overwhelmingly on women, with female sterilization being the most common method used.
Himachal's Uphill War Against Drugs
Himachal Pradesh intensifies its fight against drug abuse with new policies, enforcement, and rehabilitation. An in-depth look at the challenges and measures.
Women Live Longer But Suffer More Years of Pain, Depression
A global study in The Lancet Public Health reveals women live longer but spend more years with pain, depression, and anxiety, while men face higher premature death risks from fatal diseases.
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NFHS-6: UP's Health Gains and Gaps Highlighted
The latest NFHS-6 survey shows Uttar Pradesh's progress in health, digital access, and women's empowerment, but gaps remain in health insurance, nutrition, and maternal care.
Pune Sees Sharp Rise in Diabetes and Hypertension Cases
Pune reports a surge in diabetes and hypertension cases due to expanded screening by PMC, integrating OPDs and Aarogyavardhini centres, with diagnoses increasing fivefold.
Goa: Molasses Effluent at Shristhal Industrial Estate Raises Concerns
Residents of Shristhal fear molasses effluent overflow during monsoon, citing incomplete tank dismantling and potential environmental damage.
1 in 3 Maharashtra women overweight or obese: NFHS-6
NFHS-6 data shows 31.1% of Maharashtra women are overweight or obese, up 32% from previous survey. Urban rate at 40.1%, lower than southern states but rising.
AMC Food Safety Drive: 6 Substandard Samples Found
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's health department collected 290 food samples, finding six substandard. Seven pani puri stalls seized for prohibited colour. 202 units issued notices.
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Gujarat Obesity Surges: One in Three Adults Now Overweight
NFHS-6 data reveals a sharp rise in adult obesity in Gujarat, from one in five to one in three in four years, with concurrent increases in high blood sugar and hypertension.
Prayagraj Third in UP Water Conservation with 538 Ponds
Prayagraj secured third place in Uttar Pradesh for water conservation, constructing 538 Amrit Sarovars across 8,000 hectares, harvesting 53.8 lakh cubic feet of water, and boosting rural livelihoods.
ITBP Soldier Mother's Hand Sent for Pathological Exam
The severed hand of an ITBP soldier's mother was transferred to pathology at GSVM Medical College in Kanpur for examination after forensic specialists were unavailable.
Nashik Seeks ₹10 Crore for Avian Flu Culling
Nashik's animal husbandry department requests ₹10 crore to cull over 4 lakh birds, destroy eggs and feed, and compensate poultry farmers after an avian flu outbreak in Navapur taluka.
Nashik FDA Seizes Food Worth Over ₹1 Lakh in Raids
The Nashik FDA conducted raids on May 27, seizing food items worth over ₹1 lakh from unlicensed and suspected adulterated businesses across multiple locations.
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Survey: 1 in 5 Mumbai Teens' Fathers Use Tobacco
A new survey by Salaam Bombay Foundation reveals that one in five adolescents in Mumbai has a father who uses tobacco, with widespread exposure normalizing the habit and raising oral cancer concerns.
Tamil Nadu's High Institutional Births Mask Rising Obesity and Diabetes
Tamil Nadu achieves 99.7% institutional deliveries, but NFHS data reveals soaring obesity, diabetes, and C-section rates, posing new public health challenges.
WHO Chief Urges Stronger Global Support to Contain Ebola in DRC
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus appeals for international aid to combat a fast-spreading Ebola outbreak in DRC, citing mistrust and delays.
Tobacco Cancers Rising in Bengaluru: Multi-Organ Risk
Tobacco accounts for 62% of cancers in Indian men and 33.2% in women. In Karnataka, 40.4% of new cancers are tobacco-related. Doctors warn of rising oral, liver, and other cancers, urging awareness.
Severe Text Neck Case Requires Complex Surgery in Bengaluru
A 28-year-old Bengaluru man developed severe text neck from overwork and poor posture, leading to arm weakness and bulging disc requiring surgery. Doctors report rising cases.
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Pilibhit Infant's DNA Test Delayed Over 3 Hours
A three-month-old girl in Pilibhit faced a three-hour wait for a blood sample for DNA testing, raising concerns about dehydration and infection. The test was required after her 13-year-old mother refused to identify her.
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