Category : Public Health


PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat Message on Sugar Intake

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat address highlighted the dangers of excessive sugar consumption, urging citizens to adopt healthier habits for better public health outcomes.

Rajasthan Fluoride Crisis: 30+ Districts Affected

A Central Ground Water Board report reveals dangerous fluoride levels in Rajasthan's groundwater across over 30 districts, causing severe health issues like fluorosis, with experts calling for urgent state-level intervention.

Kodagu Targets TB-Free Status in Two Years

Kodagu district in Karnataka aims to eliminate tuberculosis within two years, with current cases at 79 per lakh population expected to drop below 40 next year through intensive detection and treatment programs.

Free Medical Camp in Kanpur Slums This Sunday

A free medical camp for underprivileged patients in Kanpur's slums will be held this Sunday, with former President Ramnath Kovind as chief guest. Over 750 patients are registered for the event at Kanpur Club.

Momos Food Poisoning: 10 Hospitalized in Greater Noida

Ten people, including nine from one family, were hospitalized in Greater Noida after eating contaminated momos from a street vendor. Health officials have collected samples for testing. Learn about effective home remedies for food poisoning relief.

Second Water-Borne Disease Death in Ferozepur Village

A youth from Ferozepur's border area died at PGIMER, Chandigarh, marking the second death from water-borne diseases in his village. His family alleges jaundice, while officials await medical records for confirmation.

Goa Schools to Support HPV Vaccination for Girls Aged 14-15

The Directorate of Education in Goa has issued a circular requesting school heads to support the rollout of HPV vaccination for girls aged 14-15 to prevent cervical cancer. The voluntary vaccination will be available at government health facilities.

Punjab Health Staff to Protest Over Salary Hike Delay

Health employees in Punjab's HIV/AIDS services plan to gherao CM Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal, citing government inaction on a promised 20% salary hike from 2022. The protest is scheduled for March 28 in Sirhind.

Bengaluru Parents Push for Down Syndrome Self-Reliance

Parents and experts in Bengaluru call for policy support to ensure financial independence and self-advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome, highlighting challenges in education, insurance, and international competition.

Page 2 of 123
Pickt mobile sticky banner — logo, tagline and CTA button