AMC Admits Negligence After Water Contamination in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation admits negligence after contaminated water sickens dozens in Ghatlodia. Sewage entered drinking water pipeline, causing diarrhoea and vomiting.
Category : Public Health
Bihar Health Dept Orders Fire Safety Audit of All Govt Hospitals
After a devastating fire at a private hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar's health department will audit all govt hospitals for fire safety and urges private ones to follow suit to ensure patient safety.
Ponda Intensifies Dengue Drive After Mosquito Larvae Found
Health authorities and municipal officials in Ponda launched an intensified dengue awareness and surveillance drive after live mosquito larvae were found in several houses in Khadapabandh ward.
Pest Infestation at Chennai's New Super-Speciality Hospital
Rats and cockroaches infest Chennai's Kalaignar Centenary Hospital, opened in 2023, posing health risks to patients. Staff neglect and broken facilities worsen conditions.
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Nagaland bans tobacco, nicotine in food products
Nagaland health department prohibits tobacco and nicotine as ingredients in food products, including gutkha and pan masala, under food safety regulations.
West Bengal HPV Drive Vaccinates Over 13,000 Girls
West Bengal's HPV vaccination drive has vaccinated over 13,000 girls since launch. South 24 Parganas leads, while Kolkata lags. Target is 7.6 lakh girls aged 14-15.
Tamil textbooks delayed for Classes I-II in Chennai CBSE schools
CBSE schools in Chennai face delays in receiving new Tamil textbooks for Classes I-II as SCERT revised curriculum; schools await delivery.
Kota: Sixth Student Suicide This Year, JEE Aspirant Found Dead
A 17-year-old JEE aspirant from Uttar Pradesh was found hanging in his Kota hostel room, marking the sixth student suicide in Kota this year.
Uttarakhand Public Births Drop Despite Institutional Rise
NFHS-6 data shows Uttarakhand's public facility births fell to 49.9% from 53.3%, while overall institutional deliveries rose to 88.9%. C-section rates also increased.
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50 Fall Ill, 7 Hospitalised After Water Contamination in Ahmedabad
At least 50 people fell sick and seven were hospitalised due to water contamination in Ahmedabad's Ramol area. The government has initiated measures including tanker water supply and testing.
NEET Aspirant Dies by Suicide Over Re-exam Stress
An 18-year-old NEET aspirant died by suicide in Rajasthan, allegedly due to stress from re-exam anxiety. Her family alleged harassment by coaching institute.
NEET Aspirant's Suicide Note Found Days After Death
Akanksha Chaturvedi, 18, from MP, died by suicide in Nagpur after NEET exam cancellation. A note found days later apologized to parents, citing lack of courage for retest.
Kerala Doctor Suspended Over Maggots in Wound Incident
A senior resident doctor at Thiruvananthapuram Govt Medical College Hospital was suspended after an expert committee found maggots in a patient's surgical wound due to negligence. The patient's wound dressing had not been changed for five days.
Jharkhand NHM to Review Fire Audit Reports After Delay
The Jharkhand NHM plans to review fire audit reports of all hospitals after missing the April deadline, amid concerns over patient safety following a fire in Bihar.
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NEET Aspirant Death Raises Exam Pressure Concerns
The death of a NEET aspirant from a farmer's family in Maharashtra has ignited debates on exam pressures and mental health support for students.
Haryana Child Rights Chairperson Reviews Healthcare in Kaithal
Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights chairperson Tripti Sheoran inspected Civil Hospital, Bal Upvan Ashram, and Anganwadi centres in Kaithal, emphasizing strict adherence to welfare norms.
Sudanese National with Fever at Hyderabad Hospital Amid Ebola Scare
A Sudanese national with fever and travel history to Ebola-affected regions was placed at Hyderabad's Gandhi Hospital for monitoring, amid precautionary measures.
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to 58% Higher Dementia Risk
A new study finds older adults who consume high amounts of ultra-processed foods have a 58% higher risk of dementia and 46% higher risk of cognitive impairment.
Period Pain, UTIs Common But Not Normal: Experts Urge Women
Millions of women suffer from period pain, PMOS, and UTIs, but experts warn that common does not mean normal. Learn why ignoring symptoms can lead to serious health issues.
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Three returnees from Ebola-hit Africa in home isolation in Chhattisgarh
Three travelers from Ebola-affected African countries, including two Indians and a Ugandan, are under home isolation in Durg, Chhattisgarh as a precautionary measure.
Bihar Hospital Fire Kills Four, CM Announces Rs 4 Lakh Aid
A major fire in the ICU of Prasad Hospital in Bihar's Muzaffarpur claimed four lives. CM Samrat Choudhary announced Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia for each victim's family. Investigation underway.
Rural Delhi Leads in Modern Contraceptive Use, NFHS-6 Reveals
NFHS-6 survey shows rural women in Delhi, Haryana, Himachal, and Punjab use more modern contraceptives than urban counterparts, narrowing the urban-rural gap.
3 Killed in ICU Fire at Private Hospital in Muzaffarpur
At least three people died in a fire at Prasad Hospital's ICU in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Patients were shifted, and an ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh was announced.
Anti-Malaria Month Campaign Launches in Ludhiana
Ludhiana's Health Department launched a month-long anti-malaria drive from Mohi village, focusing on awareness and mosquito control to prevent malaria, dengue, and chikungunya.
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Air Pollution in India: Health Crisis and Urgent Action Needed
Global conflicts overshadow climate efforts. Air pollution in India causes severe health issues, with millions of premature deaths. Coordinated action needed.
KGMU Scam: Patients Misused for Expensive Cancer Drugs
An inquiry into a Rs 2.5-crore drug scam at KGMU reveals that patients with routine ailments were shown as recipients of costly cancer medicines under the Asadhya Yojana.
Bhopal Gas Survivor Nilofer Denied Full Kidney Transplant Funds
42-year-old Bhopal gas tragedy survivor Nilofer awaits kidney transplant since Feb 2026 as state only sanctions Rs 4 lakh despite Rs 6 lakh cost. Supreme Court Monitoring Committee intervenes.
Narayanpur First Bastar District with 100% Health Screening
Through difficult treks across forests and streams, health workers helped Narayanpur district achieve 100.22% health screening under Mukhyamantri Swasth Bastar Abhiyan, covering 1,58,651 people.
Woman Delivers Baby in Public Toilet After Leaving Hospital
A 23-year-old woman gave birth in a public toilet at a bus stand in Khargone after leaving the district hospital where she was admitted for treatment. Both mother and baby are stable.
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Woman Dies of Suspected Dengue in Ponda; Councillors Seek Action
Vibha Tiwari, a UP native living in Ponda, died of suspected dengue fever at GMC. Councillors demand intensified awareness and fogging after her death.
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