Kanpur: 8 Packaged Water Units Face Licence Action
Kanpur food safety department inspected 26 packaged drinking water units, found violations at several. Licences of 4 units suspended, 4 more recommended for suspension.
Category : Public Health
Hyderabad Mosquito Crisis Worsens as GHMC Lake Maintenance Stops
Hyderabad residents face severe mosquito infestation as GHMC reorganization delays lake maintenance contracts, creating ideal breeding grounds and raising dengue concerns across multiple localities.
SGPGI Lucknow Cardiac Lifestyle & CPR Workshop for Heart Health
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences organized a comprehensive Cardiac Lifestyle and CPR training workshop in Lucknow, emphasizing prevention and emergency response for heart health.
Trichy: 100+ Leprosy Cases in 9 Months, Screening Intensified
Trichy district recorded 102 leprosy cases from April to December last year, showing a slight rise. Health officials attribute this to enhanced screening under the National Leprosy Eradication Programme.
59 Karnataka Students Sick After Iron Tablets at School
In a concerning incident in Karnataka, 59 students from a government school fell ill after consuming iron tablets. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the illness.
BMC Destroys 60kg Stale Food at Khandagiri Mela
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation seized and destroyed 60kg of unhygienic food from 40 stalls at Khandagiri Mela. Food safety teams are conducting joint inspections to ensure hygiene and prevent health risks.
Odisha Deputy CM Promotes Fruit Gifts at Anganwadis
Deputy CM Pravati Parida launches SUPOSHIT Odisha Mission, urging fruit distribution at anganwadi centers for birthdays to fight malnutrition. Uniform costs increased for 14.76 lakh children.
Only 2 Nipah Cases in Bengal, 196 Contacts Negative: Health Ministry
Union Health Ministry clarifies only two Nipah virus cases reported in West Bengal since December, with all 196 contacts testing negative. Government maintains monoclonal antibody reserve for early treatment.
Nipah Virus Cases in West Bengal Trigger Asia Airport Screening
Multiple Asian countries including Thailand, Nepal, and Taiwan have implemented enhanced airport screening measures following confirmed Nipah virus cases in West Bengal, India. The deadly virus carries a 40-75% mortality rate with no available vaccine.
Air Pollution's Severe Impact on Children's Health
Air pollution poses severe risks to children's health, including increased asthma rates, impaired brain development, and higher infection susceptibility, with long-term consequences.
Nipah Virus Cases in West Bengal Prompt Airport Screening
Health officials confirm five Nipah virus cases in West Bengal, India, with 100 contacts quarantined. Asian nations implement airport screenings amid concerns about hospital transmission and high fatality rates.
Doctors Rally on Republic Day to Fight Hypertension in India
India's medical professionals gathered at the One India Conclave on Republic Day to address the growing hypertension crisis, emphasizing prevention and awareness.
Plastic Health Impacts May Double by 2040: Lancet
A new Lancet study projects that the global health impacts from plastic pollution could double by 2040, highlighting urgent environmental and public health risks.
Telangana Village Faces Dog Bite Crisis, Mass Culling Charges
Yacharam village in Telangana reports 9 dog bites monthly, with villagers demanding government action as 100 dogs allegedly killed. Police find 30 carcasses, 17 booked.
Mosquito Surge in Chennai's Tambaram, Dengue Cases Up
Residents in Chennai's Tambaram Corporation report alarming mosquito surge due to stagnant water and poor fogging, leading to increased dengue and malaria cases, especially among vulnerable groups.
AP Aims to Deworm 1.1 Crore Children on February 17
Andhra Pradesh's health department plans to administer free Albendazole tablets to over 1.1 crore children aged 1-19 years on February 17 for National Deworming Day, targeting intestinal worms affecting 34% of the state's population.
41 Nursing Students Ill in Coimbatore, Water Suspected
Forty-one students at a private nursing college in Coimbatore's Vattamalaipalayam reported vomiting and diarrhoea, suspected from hostel water. Health officials are investigating.
Obesity Debate: Structural Solutions Needed in India
India's obesity crisis demands a nuanced debate beyond medicalisation, addressing structural factors like poverty and discrimination. Experts call for holistic approaches.
Indore Water Crisis: Third Death Sparks Political Row
A retired teacher's death in Indore's Bhagirathpura locality marks the third fatality in four days, with residents blaming contaminated water while officials cite co-morbidities, igniting a fierce political debate.
Mhow Hepatitis A Outbreak: 13-Year-Old Boy Admitted
A 13-year-old boy in Mhow has been admitted with Hepatitis A symptoms, bringing the total to 4 children hospitalized. Health officials confirm all patients are stable, with survey teams deployed in affected areas and special water tankers arranged.
Narmada Jayanti: Devotion vs. Water Contamination Fears
Madhya Pradesh's Narmada Jayanti celebrations highlighted a stark divide: massive pilgrim gatherings at holy ghats versus Indore's Bhagirathpura residents fearing contaminated water linked to deaths.
Pune's GBS Crisis: Systemic Gaps Persist After One Year
One year after Pune's severe Guillain-Barré Syndrome outbreak, systemic shortcomings in water safety and healthcare preparedness continue, with limited progress on key preventive measures.
Indore Water Crisis: Third Death Sparks Political Row
A 75-year-old retired teacher's death in Indore, linked to contaminated water, marks the third fatality in four days, fueling a fierce political dispute between BJP and Congress over official casualty counts and government compensation.
Chikungunya Alert in Tamil Nadu: Symptoms and Prevention
Tamil Nadu faces a chikungunya alert with rising cases. Learn about symptoms, risks, and WHO-backed prevention steps to stay safe from this mosquito-borne disease.
UP Suspends 159 Packaged Water Units Over Safety Issues
UP Food Safety and Drug Administration suspends licenses of 159 packaged drinking water units across the state for serious violations of food safety norms following a statewide crackdown.
Lucknow: Stray Dog Attacks Injure Child, Spark Panic
An 8-year-old girl sustained multiple injuries in a stray dog attack in Lucknow's Maulvi Ganj, while children were chased by a pack in Rajajipuram. Residents blame local feeding practices and inaction.
Pune PMC Plans Drainage Repairs to Prevent Water Contamination
Pune Municipal Corporation announces drainage and stormwater line repairs near Barangani Mala well to eliminate sewage seepage risks, following last year's GBS outbreak in Sinhagad Road area.
World Leprosy Day: Is Leprosy Contagious? Doctors Explain
On World Leprosy Day 2026, doctors clarify misconceptions about leprosy transmission. Learn how the disease spreads, its symptoms, and modern treatment options available in India.
Barwani Dirty Water Crisis During Pipeline Repairs
Residents of Nawalpura in Barwani faced panic as contaminated water flowed from household taps during sewerage repair work, spoiling stored water and prompting immediate municipal action.
Mhow Water Contamination Limited to Three Pockets
Water contamination in Mhow has been confirmed in only three small areas of Ward No 3. Residents are advised to boil water as a precaution while further tests are conducted.
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