On International Epilepsy Day, neurologists in Ranchi express concern over rising alcohol and substance use among young people, which interferes with anti-seizure medications and worsens seizure management. Changing lifestyles, stress, and persistent myth
A Meghalaya National Health Mission delegation visited Andhra Pradesh to review the state's effective Anaemia Mukt Bharat programme, focusing on strategies for pregnant women, mothers, and adolescents.
Government and private hospitals in Ranchi are witnessing a significant increase in OPD cases related to cold, cough, sore throat, and allergies, with medical experts attributing the spike to fluctuating temperatures and breezy weather conditions.
A 12-year-old girl in Puri, Odisha, died at the district hospital after developing severe complications from a lice infestation. Health authorities have ordered a detailed investigation into the tragic incident.
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Govt Wenlock District Hospital in Mangaluru faces severe ICU bed shortage with 116 beds near-constantly occupied, causing delays for critical patients from 12 districts. Officials urge hospitals to check availability first.
The Puducherry Animal Husbandry Department has intensified surveillance and issued guidelines to prevent avian influenza transmission from migratory birds to domestic poultry during the current season.
Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, in collaboration with the horticulture department, initiates a week-long awareness campaign from February 10 to 16 across major apple-growing districts in Himachal Pradesh to manage Alternaria leaf spo
Members of the Physiotherapists association in Trichy held a protest demanding regularization of services, improved pay, and employment benefits for contractual staff.
Epilepsy is often misunderstood due to outdated beliefs and stigma. This article clarifies it as a neurological disorder, not a mental illness, and discusses causes, seizure types, and management strategies.
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Andhra Pradesh reports nearly 90 bird flu deaths over a weekend, prompting state-wide alerts, rapid response team deployment, and strict biosecurity advisories for poultry farmers.
Glaucoma awareness remains critically low, especially in children where it causes irreversible vision loss and impairs brain development. Early detection through routine eye exams is essential to prevent lifelong damage.
A Lancet analysis reveals the HbA1c test, the diabetes 'gold standard,' may give inaccurate results for Indians due to high anaemia rates. Experts now recommend OGTT and continuous glucose monitoring for accurate diagnosis and management.
Scientists discover 148 lichen species in Odisha's Simlipal National Park, many with potent anti-cancer and antimicrobial properties, highlighting the park's role as a natural pharmaceutical laboratory.
The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation is developing a groundbreaking Autism Village in Kalyan West, featuring sensory gardens, therapy centers, and public spaces to support children with autism and promote community inclusivity.
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A 75-year-old man from Himachal Pradesh died after being carried through snow for treatment; his body was borne back 7 km on a pyre, with family blaming officials for failing to clear roads.
A new study tracking animal sounds during the 2024 total solar eclipse found surprising responses, with some species increasing calls while others fell silent during the eerie twilight.
The Indian Council of Medical Research has launched an initiative for large, multi-centre clinical trials to generate India-specific evidence for treating lifestyle and chronic diseases, moving away from reliance on Western data.
A newborn girl died in a fire at a Kanpur private nursing home's NICU. The family alleges hospital negligence and concealment, sparking protests and a police inquiry.
Professor Pawel Wargocki emphasizes treating air quality as a single public health issue, advocating for minimum ventilation standards to prevent long-term health risks from indoor pollutants like carbon dioxide.
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The India Meteorological Department warns of Western Disturbance impact, forecasting scattered rainfall and snowfall in Western Himalayas until February 11. Delhi expects stable temperatures with morning mist.
The Union Budget slashed custom duties on 17 cancer therapies, but high costs remain a barrier for many families, with insurance coverage often insufficient to manage the financial burden.
Pune doctors warn of increased allergic cases this winter, with pollen and pollutants triggering symptoms like cough and eye irritation. Children are particularly affected, requiring anti-allergic treatments.
Government hospitals in western Rajasthan have designated doctors as nodal officers to coordinate the removal of stray dogs from hospital premises, implementing Supreme Court directives to create 'Dog Free Zones' for patient safety.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has approved free NEET coaching centers, doubled pilgrim insurance to Rs 10 lakh, and plans for an international museum and sound-and-light show to boost spiritual tourism.
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New research reveals that cold weather and sudden temperature drops significantly increase the risk of hypertension, with vulnerable populations facing heightened dangers.
Drug Control Administration officials in Telangana have conducted three major raids, arresting a pharmacist for selling addictive drugs to youth, seizing tampered labels, and shutting down an unlicensed clinic stocking steroids and antibiotics.
A drastic reduction in NEET-PG qualifying standards has led to postgraduate medical seats in government colleges being filled at alarmingly low scores, including in high-risk clinical specialties, raising concerns over patient safety and education quality
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation flagged 35 medicines from Telangana as Not of Standard Quality over the past year, raising serious concerns about patient safety and regulatory oversight.
Two third-year medical students from ESI Medical College, Joka, were killed in a road accident in Behala early Sunday morning when their motorbike crashed and they were run over by a truck.
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A new wave of chicken deaths in Chittoor district's Karvetinagaram mandal follows confirmed avian influenza outbreaks in Annamayya district villages. Authorities have deployed rapid response teams and initiated culling operations to contain the spread.
