Nearly Half of Goa Overweight or Obese: NFHS-6
NFHS-6 reveals 43.6% men and 45.1% women in Goa are overweight or obese, with high blood sugar and hypertension rates, while maternal and child health indicators improve.
Category : Public Health
Principal Tastes Patient Food in Surprise Hospital Inspection
Dr AK Verma, principal of Motilal Nehru Medical College, conducted a surprise inspection, personally tasting patient food to ensure quality, hygiene, and nutrition. He issued directives for strict adherence to standards.
J&K to Set Up Govt Rehab Centres for Drug Addicts
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced plans to establish government-run rehabilitation centres across all districts to help recovering drug addicts reintegrate into society.
Telangana Child Nutrition Improves but Undernutrition Persists
Telangana has made significant progress in child nutrition, with stunting and wasting declining, but over 25% of children under five still suffer from undernutrition, according to NFHS-6.
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Patient Dies After Fall from Bed at Medical College Hospital
A 62-year-old patient from Kollam died after falling from a hospital bed at Govt Medical College Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Delhi Health Dept Shake-Up: 40+ Doctors, Staff Transferred
In a major administrative reshuffle, the Delhi health department has transferred over 40 doctors and other CPA staff members, aiming to improve efficiency and service delivery.
Bihar Health Minister Orders Quality Healthcare, Launches AES Drive
Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar directed all government health institutions to prioritize quality, time-bound healthcare, and launched an AES awareness campaign across 12 districts.
Coimbatore Tracks Pregnant Women to Cut Maternal, Infant Deaths
Coimbatore Municipal Corporation's daily calls to pregnant women and rigorous postpartum monitoring have helped slash maternal mortality rate to 20 and infant mortality rate to 3.9, setting a benchmark for Tamil Nadu.
Ludhiana Brands Under Lens After Food Samples Fail Tests
Food Safety Department in Ludhiana found several products unsafe, substandard, or misbranded from prominent brands. Legal action likely under FSS Act.
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McDonald's in Vijayawada raided for stale corn
Food safety officials raided a McDonald's outlet in Vijayawada, seizing stale corn served to customers. A case was filed under FSSAI Act.
Teacher Funds Borewell to Solve School Water Crisis
Raghu MG, a primary school teacher in Karkala, spent Rs 1.5 lakh to drill a borewell and plans another Rs 1.5 lakh for infrastructure, ensuring water supply for students.
SHRC Orders Probe Into Water Supply Disruption in Kochi
Kerala State Human Rights Commission orders immediate resolution of water supply disruption in multiple areas of Kochi's Chakkaraparamba division, directing KWA to investigate and submit a report within a month.
Assam: 9 in 10 Births Attended by Skilled Health Personnel
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that 90.7% of births are attended by skilled health personnel and 87.6% occur in institutions, per NFHS-6 data.
Woman Dies of Suspected Rabies in Sirsa Two Months After Bite
A 35-year-old woman from Sirsa district died of suspected rabies at AIIMS Bathinda, two months after a dog bite. She had not received anti-rabies vaccination, raising concerns about awareness in rural areas.
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Rims Staff Protest Over 3-Month Salary Delay
Hundreds of nursing and paramedical staff at Rims protested on Monday demanding immediate payment of salaries pending for three months, citing severe financial hardship.
Health Minister Ansari Inspects Dumka Hospital, Flags Shortcomings
Jharkhand health minister Irfan Ansari conducted a surprise inspection of Phulo Jhano Medical College and Hospital in Dumka, expressing displeasure over infrastructure gaps and doctor shortages, and promising fortnightly checks.
India's IMR Falls to 24, Regional Gaps Remain
India's infant mortality rate fell to 24 per 1,000 live births in 2024, but disparities persist. Kerala leads at 8, while Chhattisgarh lags at 36. Neonatal deaths account for 73% of infant deaths.
Eye Check-Up and Blood Donation Camp at Dum Dum Metro Station
A free eye check-up and blood donation camp was organized at Dum Dum Metro Station on Labour Day, with 96 people screened and 50 blood donations. Railway officials and commuters participated.
Times of India Clarifies Vaccine Myths Article, Regrets
The Times of India issued a clarification regarding an article on vaccine myths, stating Dr. Biswaroop Roy Chowdhary's views were misrepresented and expressing regret.
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Panipat Boosts Child Healthcare Access with New Initiatives
Panipat district launches new programs to improve child healthcare access, including mobile clinics and telemedicine, aiming to reduce infant mortality and malnutrition.
Govt School Tobacco Use: 1 in 5 Students Consume Tobacco
A study by KGMU reveals that 21.7% of govt school students in Lucknow consume tobacco, with easy availability, family habits, and media exposure as key triggers.
Bhopal Boy Quits Tobacco, Becomes Champion to Fight Addiction
A Class IV student in Bhopal quit chewing tobacco after counselling and was nominated as a 'tobacco champion' to spread awareness and enforce no-tobacco zones near schools.
Haryana HPV campaign covers only 19% of target girls
Haryana's HPV vaccination drive for adolescent girls has vaccinated only 41,899 out of 2.26 lakh target beneficiaries, covering 19% in three months, with sharp district disparities and vaccine hesitancy cited as challenges.
Meghalaya Child Nutrition Improves: Stunting Drops, Breastfeeding Rises
Meghalaya's NFHS-6 shows stunting in children under five fell from 46.5% to 36.8%, while breastfeeding rates rose. Community ownership and maternal health services drive progress.
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FAIMA Slams Slow Rescue After Collapse Kills Two Doctors
FAIMA expressed shock and criticized the slow rescue operations after a building collapse killed six, including two doctors. The association highlighted the panic among medical students preparing for exams.
Karnataka IMR Rises to 15 in 2024 After Decade-Long Decline
Karnataka's infant mortality rate increased marginally to 15 in 2024 from 14 in 2023, but remains well below the national average of 24, officials say the rise is not a trend reversal.
Drive Against Tobacco Sales Near Schools in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation launched a special enforcement drive to remove tobacco sellers near schools, seizing banned products and demolishing illegal kiosks under Operation Thoofan.
Telangana DCA Seizes 120 Bottles of Habit-Forming Cough Syrup
Drugs Control Administration raided SVR Medicals in Ramanthapur, seizing 120 bottles of codeine-containing cough syrup and tramadol capsules sold without prescription, violating Drugs Rules.
Jaipur Walled City Garbage Crisis After Cleanliness Drives
After cleanliness campaigns in April-May, Jaipur's Walled City faces garbage buildup. Residents report uncleared waste, stench, and insect issues, fearing monsoon will worsen conditions.
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NTR District Intensifies Anti-Tobacco Drive on World No Tobacco Day
NTR district administration, led by Collector G Lakshmisha, launched awareness rallies and stricter COTPA enforcement to combat tobacco use, targeting youth and educational institutions.
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