Severe cold wave conditions and dense fog continue across Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, disrupting daily life. Temperatures remain below normal with no relief expected until after January 16.
Chronic knee issues are increasing among young and middle-aged Indians. Dr. A V Gurava Reddy explains the science behind PRP injections and stem cell therapy, revealing what patients should realistically expect from these treatments.
An eight-year-old boy in Odisha's Balangir district permanently lost his eye when a toy from a chips packet exploded in fire. Police investigate manufacturer negligence.
Officials confirm low-pathogenic H9N2 bird flu at Kollam hatchery. The virus is not contagious to humans and poses no public health risk, with mortality rates declining.
Researchers explore botulinum toxin's potential to limit swelling and muscle injury from viper venom, offering hope alongside antivenom for preventing permanent disability.
A 32-year-old man from Khokhra tragically died after falling from his terrace while flying a kite on Sunday afternoon. He was rushed to Civil Hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
Health experts caution Kolkatans to avoid fresh date palm sap (khejur rash) as fruit bats can contaminate it with Nipah virus. Processed products like gur are safe.
Kolkata hospitals are utilizing health infrastructure enhanced during the Covid-19 pandemic to prepare for potential Nipah virus cases, with designated nodal centers and isolation facilities ready.
Health experts warn about Nipah virus's 90% mortality rate in Kolkata, comparing it with Covid-19. Learn about transmission, symptoms, and precautions.
Union Minister C R Patil inaugurated the National Centre for River Research at WII Dehradun. The center will focus on freshwater ecosystem monitoring and aquatic biodiversity conservation under the Clean Ganga Mission.
Jharkhand government activates alert mode following two suspected Nipah virus cases in West Bengal. Health officials implement strict surveillance and public awareness campaigns.
Seven children from Bihar suffering from thalassaemia have left for CMC Vellore for free bone marrow transplants under a state-sponsored scheme. The government covers all costs, including travel and treatment.
Odisha government initiates a comprehensive survey to identify CKD hotspots at block level. Expert teams will investigate environmental factors and develop prevention strategies with ICMR support.
Odisha plans to establish India's first comprehensive chronic kidney disease registry by March 31. The registry will track CKD prevalence and help develop targeted health programs.
A 45-year-old ASHA worker died and seven others sustained injuries in two separate road accidents in Ganjam district on Tuesday. The incidents occurred near Digapahandi and Nuapalli.
IMD forecasts cold wave conditions and dense fog across Odisha. Districts like Khurda, Cuttack, and Jharsuguda will experience severe cold with temperatures dropping significantly.
A guest worker from Odisha in Salem suffered intestinal hemorrhage after inserting a high-pressure air tube into his rectum as a playful act while cleaning a powerloom workshop.
New international research places India second only to the US in economic burden from diabetes. With 11.4% of Indians diabetic and 136 million prediabetic, experts explain how to reverse this trend.
Nine people in Singapore developed serious skin conditions after taking unregistered Modafinil and Armodafinil tablets manufactured in India's Dehradun without prescriptions.
A bizarre incident at Mathura district hospital where an e-rickshaw driver arrived for snake-bite treatment with the live snake still in his jacket pocket, causing alarm.
A man in Mathura arrived at a district hospital carrying the live snake that bit him inside his jacket, sparking viral reactions and discussions about snakebite treatment protocols.
West Bengal faces a Nipah virus outbreak with two nurses in critical condition. Health authorities activate emergency protocols, conduct contact tracing, and deploy isolation wards.
A school awareness program in Chandigarh helped teenagers reduce junk food by 30% and cut daily calorie intake by over 1,600 calories, offering hope against childhood obesity.
New research suggests a specific brain area that regulates breathing could also be responsible for high blood pressure, offering potential new treatment targets.
John Hopkins Medicine research explains paediatric hypertension as high blood pressure in children. Diagnosis uses age, sex, and height percentiles.
The Tamil Nadu government has issued appointment orders to 831 contract nurses, completing the regularization of 1,000 nurses announced after protests. Health Minister Ma Subramanian called it a Pongal gift.
Gujarat launches Karuna Abhiyan with 85 control rooms and 480 treatment centres to rescue birds injured by kite strings during Makara Sankranti festival.
Southeast Asia marks 15 years since its last polio case, with the eradication legacy driving broader public health improvements and strengthening disease surveillance systems across the region.
Heart disease is no longer just an elderly concern. In India, up to 25% of heart attacks occur in people under 40, yet awareness among young adults remains dangerously low.
A Lucknow man's health deteriorated after using AI chatbots for self-diagnosis. Doctors report 40-50 such cases monthly, warning against online medical advice without proper consultation.