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'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.
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'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.
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Thiruvananthapuram Corporation launched a special enforcement drive to remove tobacco sellers near schools, seizing banned products and demolishing illegal kiosks under Operation Thoofan.
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.
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.
NTR district administration, led by Collector G Lakshmisha, launched awareness rallies and stricter COTPA enforcement to combat tobacco use, targeting youth and educational institutions.
An Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Provider workshop was held at Motilal Nehru Medical College, training 36 physicians and healthcare workers in life-saving techniques for newborns.
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Uttarakhand shows significant improvement in maternal, neonatal, and child health indicators as per NFHS-6, with gains in antenatal care, institutional deliveries, and child vaccination.
Food safety officers in Trichy inspected 155 shops, finding violations in five. They seized 30kg of spoiled fruits and penalized offenders, emphasizing safe ripening practices.
Uttarakhand records significant improvement in maternal, neonatal, and child health indicators as per NFHS-6, with early pregnancy registration and child vaccination rates exceeding national averages.
Minister C T R Nirmal Kumar launched drinking water pipeline work for over 350 houses in Madurai under the Cauvery scheme, costing ₹4 lakh, amid low groundwater levels and damaged pipes.
Jharkhand reports 35,000-40,000 new cancer cases annually, with 40-45% being oral cancer due to tobacco. NHM director urges coordinated efforts for a tobacco-free state.
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A six-day mass anti-rabies vaccination campaign in Kodai Hills vaccinated 3,430 dogs. The drive also sterilized 55 dogs and implanted microchips for monitoring.
NFHS-6 data shows 10% of married women in Odisha have unmet family planning needs, up from 7% in 2019-21, highlighting gaps in awareness and access.
Jharkhand reports 22.3% children under five with acute malnutrition, exceeding national average of 19%, as per NFHS-6. Underweight children rise to 41.1%.
India's first Tele-MANAS centre at a prison was inaugurated at Bengaluru Central Prison, providing inmates access to mental health services and counselling.
Kerala government's decision to grant 3-day menstrual leave for schoolgirls has ignited a debate on 'menstrual dignity', with prominent women leaders raising concerns.
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At World No Tobacco Day event in Mangaluru, officials urged people to avoid tobacco addiction, highlighting health risks and legal consequences.
A 42-year-old man in Chhatarpur, MP, cut part of his genitalia with an axe to end lust and anger, citing a desire to devote himself to prayer and national service.
A blood donation camp was organised at a local school in Chandigarh, with students and staff participating enthusiastically to donate blood for a noble cause.
Experts warn that children are nine times more vulnerable to new tobacco products like e-cigarettes, urging stricter regulations and parental awareness.
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Exclusive breastfeeding among infants under six months in India dropped from 63.7% to 55.8% between 2019-21 and 2023-24, raising concerns among child health experts despite improvements in other nutrition indicators.
India's exclusive breastfeeding rate for first six months fell from 64% in 2019-21 to 56% in 2023-24, alarming experts. However, early breastfeeding within first hour rose to 50%.
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The National Family Health Survey-6 (2023-24) shows 89% of married women participate in household decisions, up from 84% in 2015-16. Bank account ownership also rises to 89%, but paid work remains low at 30.8%.
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