Category : Diseases


Patna Launches Surveillance Unit for Disease Control

Patna Municipal Corporation establishes a metropolitan surveillance unit with a team of 17 specialists to monitor 40 infectious diseases, food safety, and zoonotic illnesses, enhancing real-time health data and outbreak response.

Kerala Farmer Dies After Consuming Pesticide

A 62-year-old award-winning farmer in Kerala passed away after being found unconscious at his farm following pesticide consumption. He was hospitalized but succumbed days later.

Child's Swollen Belly Could Signal Hidden Cancer: Neuroblastoma

A child's slightly swollen abdomen might seem harmless, but it could be an early sign of neuroblastoma, a rare cancer affecting young children. Experts explain why this symptom is often overlooked and why early detection is crucial for better treatment ou

Lancet Study Reveals Child Healthcare Gaps in Rural UP

A Lancet study led by Prof Shally Awasthi shows less than one-third of children with low oxygen levels in rural UP were referred to higher centers, with severe cases facing only 46.7% referral rates, highlighting systemic failures.

15 Students Ill After Midday Meal at Nagpur School

Fifteen students at a residential school for intellectually disabled in Nagpur fell ill with suspected food poisoning after consuming a midday meal. They are stable and under observation at a hospital.

KGMU Experts: Early Diagnosis Key for Childhood Cancer

Medical experts at KGMU highlighted that early detection significantly boosts survival rates in paediatric cancers. They urged parents to seek prompt evaluation for symptoms like persistent fever, swelling, or fatigue.

Cervical Cancer 29% of India Cancers: Pap Test Vital

Cervical cancer accounts for 6-29% of all cancers in India, making it the second most common. Dr. Sahana K P explains why the Pap test is a crucial, cost-effective screening tool that can prevent deaths through early detection.

Businessman Dies at Odisha Eco-Tourism Camp

A 60-year-old businessman from Rajgangpur died of a suspected cardiac arrest while celebrating his wedding anniversary at the Khandadhar eco-tourism nature camp in Sundargarh district, Odisha.

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