Category : Public Health


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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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