India's Choice: Palliative Care Over Assisted Dying
Archana Datta argues that affordable palliative care and social connection, not planned death, are the answer to human suffering. Explore the legal and social safeguards needed.
Category : Public Health
How Personal Questions in Clinic Improve Your Health Outcomes
Discover why doctors now ask about marriage, housing, and food. Research shows screening for social determinants improves treatment, cuts costs, and saves lives. Learn the science.
Delhi Traffic Police Face Pollution & Cold in Daily Duty
Delhi traffic personnel, like Sub-Inspector Sarita Shukla, endure toxic fumes and biting cold. Discover their daily challenges and the measures taken for safety. Read their inspiring story.
Smartphones Before Age 12 Linked to Health Problems
A new study reveals children under 12 using smartphones are prone to serious health issues like poor sleep and mental health struggles. Learn the risks and expert recommendations.
Delhi smog: 'Very Poor' AQI, airport issues advisory
Delhi woke up to a thick blanket of smog on December 22, 2025, with AQI in the 'Very Poor' category. IGI Airport issued a passenger advisory. Forecasts predict no significant relief in Delhi-NCR pollution levels in the coming days. Stay updated.
Delhi smog: 'Very Poor' AQI, airport issues advisory
Delhi-NCR woke up to a thick blanket of smog on Dec 22, 2025, with AQI in 'Very Poor' category. IGI Airport issued passenger advisories. Forecasts predict no significant relief in coming days. Stay updated.
Panchkula Air 'Very Poor', 4th Worst in India; Chandigarh Improves
Panchkula's AQI hits 339, making it India's 4th most polluted city. Chandigarh sees slight improvement but remains in 'Poor' category. Experts warn vulnerable groups.
Delhi AQI 366, GRAP-IV Enforced Amid Severe Pollution
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 366. 7 stations hit 'severe' levels, prompting GRAP-IV restrictions. Fog disrupts flights, doctors report health crisis. Read for details and advisories.
Delhi Air Quality 'Very Poor', Dense Smog Persists
Delhi's air quality remains in the 'Very Poor' category with dense smog. Flight operations are normal, but visibility is low. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
Chandigarh DLSA Blood Donation Camps Collect Over 70 Units
Chandigarh District Legal Services Authority holds successful blood donation camps at District Courts, collecting over 70 units. A vital initiative for community health and Thalassemia patients.
Delhi AQI Turns Severe, Fog Hits Train Schedule
Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' with four areas hitting 'severe' levels. Dense fog disrupted trains at New Delhi Railway Station. IMD issues yellow alert for fog.
FSSAI Confirms Indian Eggs Are Safe, No Cancer Risk
FSSAI reassures the public that eggs in India are safe. Claims linking them to cancer are misleading. Learn the facts about nutrition and safety standards.
Kanpur Cold Wave: Admin Issues Health Advisory
Kanpur district administration urges precautions amid cold wave. Advisory details safety tips for heaters, layered clothing, and care for vulnerable groups. Stay updated.
Dharwad Cold Wave: Public Health Advisory Issued
Dharwad district administration, led by DC Divya Prabhu, issues crucial guidelines from the State Disaster Management Authority to combat the severe cold wave. Learn how to protect yourself.
HP CM Sukhu launches pulse polio campaign, announces health initiatives
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the state's intensified pulse polio drive, targeting 6 lakh children. He announced a new paediatric centre, special OPDs for seniors, and a ₹3,000 crore tech upgrade for health services.
Karnataka polio drive targets 62 lakh children
Karnataka launches a statewide polio vaccination campaign, aiming to protect over 62 lakh children. The drive utilizes health centres, schools, and anganwadis. Read more.
BMC's ₹4.27 Crore Infection Control Mats Raise Questions
Mumbai's BMC spends ₹4.27 crore on anti-infective bed mats lacking clinical trial validation. Experts question efficacy as product is unknown in medical circles. Read the full investigation.
NCR Air Quality: Noida, Delhi See Marginal Improvement
Noida's AQI improved to 327 from 401, exiting the 'severe' zone. Delhi's air likely to remain 'very poor' until Wednesday. Check full NCR pollution report.
Lack of Drug Inspectors Hampers Action on Spurious Drugs
A severe shortage of drug inspectors is hampering enforcement against spurious and adulterated medicines in India. Officials admit the staffing crisis is a major hurdle. Read more on the critical public health issue.
Panchkula Air 3rd Most Polluted in North India
Panchkula's air quality deteriorates sharply, ranking as the third most polluted in North India with an AQI of 296. Experts cite local sources and stubble burning as key factors. Read for details and health advisory.
Siddaramaiah, Sitharaman Flag Off Karnataka Polio Drive
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman jointly launched a state-wide polio vaccination campaign in Bengaluru, targeting over 1 crore children under five.
Punjab cancels psychologist recruitment, opts for outsourcing
Punjab government cancels recruitment for 343 psychologists after written tests, citing administrative reasons. Process likely to move to outsourcing, raising job security concerns. Read the full story.
Lucknow Seminar Links Public Health to National Strength
Experts at a Lucknow seminar stressed that citizen health is the foundation of a wealthy nation. The event, marking Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birth anniversary, focused on preventing lifestyle diseases like diabetes and hypertension.
Panchkula 4th Most Polluted City, AQI Hits 339
Panchkula's air quality plunges to 'Very Poor' levels, ranking 4th nationally. Residents blame open burning and poor waste management. Health risks escalate.
Ludhiana's surprise health inspection at Mamta Diwas
District Immunization Officer Dr Harpreet Singh conducted a surprise audit of maternal & child healthcare services in Ayali Khurd. The inspection focused on immunization, nutrition, and patient care standards.
FSSAI Rejects Claims Linking Eggs to Cancer Risk
India's food safety regulator FSSAI firmly states eggs are safe, dismissing unscientific cancer links. Get the facts on nitrofuran residues and official safety standards here.
Gaya: Woman, infant die from suspected suffocation in locked room
An 85-year-old woman and her infant granddaughter died in Gaya due to suspected suffocation from fire pots. The baby's mother is hospitalized. Police investigation is ongoing.
Bengaluru Pulse Polio Drive Hits 95%, 58K Kids Unvaccinated
Bengaluru's Pulse Polio drive achieved 95% coverage, vaccinating 10.7 lakh children. However, 57,854 kids remain unvaccinated, primarily in West and North zones. Read the full report.
Karnataka Health Dept Issues 2026 Seasonal Flu Guidelines
Karnataka's health department directs districts to prepare for a projected rise in seasonal influenza cases from Jan-Mar 2026. Guidelines include enhanced surveillance, testing, and stockpiling of essential supplies.
Radium Tapes for Stray Cattle Urged After Cuttack Accidents
After 11 accidents in a month, experts in Cuttack push for radium safety tapes on stray cattle to combat fog-related road risks. A simple, low-cost solution to save lives.
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