Mangaluru Hospitals Reserve Beds for Heat Stroke Cases
Wenlock District Hospital and taluk hospitals in Mangaluru have reserved beds for heat stroke treatment as temperatures rise. DHO Dr. Thimmaiah HR advises precautions.
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HPV Vaccine Drive in Dakshina Kannada Faces Social Media Myths
Health officials in Dakshina Kannada urge parents to ignore negative social media campaigns against the HPV vaccine, aiming to boost coverage for cervical cancer prevention among teenage girls.
HPV Vaccine Drive for 22,473 Girls in Dakshina Kannada
A major public health initiative in Dakshina Kannada targets 22,473 girls for HPV vaccination, with daily services available over a three-month campaign to ensure full coverage and prevent cervical cancer.
India's Snakebite Crisis: Poverty and Antivenom Shortage
A recent study reveals that nearly half of snakebite victims in India are from families below the poverty line, highlighting a critical public health issue with thousands of deaths each year due to inadequate access to antivenom.
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World TB Day 2026: One Patient Can Infect 15 Others
On World Tuberculosis Day 2026, a pulmonologist highlights that a single TB patient can infect up to 15 people. The disease spreads through airborne droplets in poorly ventilated spaces, emphasizing the need for awareness and preventive measures.
World TB Day: Doctors Share Symptoms, Myths, and Treatment Challenges
On World Tuberculosis Day, experts discuss why TB remains a major health challenge in India, highlighting early symptoms, debunking common myths, and addressing treatment obstacles like drug resistance and stigma.
India Flags 90 Unapproved Drugs, Raises Safety Concerns
India's CDSCO alerts states about 90 unapproved medicines, including painkillers and antibiotics, found in supply chain. Experts warn of risks from irrational fixed-dose combinations.
World TB Day: India's Quarter of Global Cases, Myths Delay Diagnosis
On World Tuberculosis Day, experts highlight India's heavy TB burden and debunk myths that delay diagnosis and fuel stigma, emphasizing the need for awareness and early treatment.
Indore FDA Raids Dairies After Andhra Child Deaths from Toxic Milk
Following tragic child fatalities in Andhra Pradesh from adulterated milk, the Food and Drug Administration in Indore and Neemuch conducted coordinated raids on dairy outlets, collecting samples and issuing warnings under the Food Safety Act.
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Delhi TB Crisis: 40% Infected, Healthcare Strain Revealed
Delhi Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals 40% of the population carries TB germs, highlighting a major public health challenge. The report details healthcare improvements, including ambulance expansions and bed increases, amid declining public health spending
TB Symptoms: Weight Loss and Key Warning Signs
Tuberculosis remains a major health threat in India. Learn about the critical symptoms like persistent weight loss, cough, and fever that signal TB infection and require immediate medical attention.
Pune Woman Injured in Stray Dog Attack, Residents Demand Action
A 43-year-old woman in Pune was seriously injured in a stray dog attack, highlighting ongoing issues with aggressive strays and administrative negligence in the area.
Koppal Village Gasps for Breath Amid Air Pollution Crisis
Residents of a village in Karnataka's Koppal district face severe health issues due to blackened air from industrial pollution, with authorities under pressure to act.
Karnataka Reports 88% TB Recovery Rate in 2024
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announced that 88% of tuberculosis patients in Karnataka recovered in 2024, calling it a positive trend in the state's healthcare efforts.
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India's TB Crisis: Why Integrated Care is Essential
With 2.8 million annual TB cases and over 300,000 deaths, experts argue India must move beyond diagnosis to comprehensive integrated care for effective tuberculosis management.
Paraquat Poisoning: Telangana Lacks Data, Experts Demand Ban
Despite high fatalities from paraquat herbicide, Telangana's health department has no consolidated data. Experts estimate 5,550-6,000 annual deaths in the state, with calls for a ban amid easy online availability.
Ludhiana Enlists MLAs to Fight Fake News in HPV Vaccine Campaign
Ludhiana's health department has launched a multi-pronged strategy involving MLAs and councillors to combat misinformation and boost turnout in the 90-day HPV vaccination campaign for girls aged 14-15.
High Water Contamination in Haryana, Punjab: Govt Data
New government data shows high levels of bacteriological and chemical contamination in drinking water samples from Haryana and Punjab over five years, posing serious health risks.
Bihar Health Workers Protest SM-Net Termination
Over 300 health workers in Bihar urge Union Health Minister to reconsider ending UNICEF-managed Social Mobilization Network, warning of severe impact on immunization, maternal health, and rural services.
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40 Poisoned by Spurious Toddy in Tamil Nadu Village
Approximately 40 individuals in Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu, suffered severe poisoning symptoms after drinking adulterated toddy sold near a local temple. Police have seized evidence and launched a search for the culprits.
Punjab, Haryana Drinking Water Contamination High Over 5 Years
New data from Parliament reveals severe drinking water contamination in Punjab and Haryana, with over 8% of national samples showing toxic levels. Kerala and West Bengal top the contamination charts.
Milk Adulteration Deaths Hit 16 in East Godavari District
The death toll from suspected milk adulteration in East Godavari district has reached 16, with three more hospitalized. Contaminated milk from a local dairy unit is believed to be the cause, leading to acute renal failure and multi-organ failure in victim
Andhra Milk Adulteration Deaths Rise to 16
The death toll from milk adulteration in Andhra Pradesh has increased to 16, with the outbreak first detected in late February after patients showed acute kidney failure symptoms.
Rajasthan Groundwater Uranium Levels Exceed WHO Safety Limits
Recent groundwater quality report reveals alarming uranium contamination in Rajasthan's districts, with levels up to four times WHO safe limits, posing serious health risks to rural communities.
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Mangaluru March Demands Hospital Upgrades, Healthcare Reform
Vamanjoor residents in Mangaluru protest commercialized healthcare, demanding upgrades to local health centers and a government medical college. Committee highlights weakened public facilities and unaffordable private care.
World Down Syndrome Day 2026: Myths vs Facts in India
On World Down Syndrome Day 2026, experts highlight key myths and facts about Down syndrome in India, focusing on mental health, life expectancy, and learning abilities to foster greater awareness and inclusion.
Thane Video Ignites Street Food Hygiene Debate After Viral Clip
A viral video from Thane shows a street vendor urinating publicly and then handling food without washing hands, raising serious hygiene concerns and sparking widespread social media discussion.
85+ Hospitalized in UP After Eating Contaminated Kuttu Atta
More than 85 individuals in Uttar Pradesh have been admitted to hospitals after consuming kuttu ka atta, suspected to be contaminated, with health officials monitoring the situation closely.
85+ Hospitalized in UP Due to Buckwheat Flour Poisoning
More than 85 people across three Uttar Pradesh districts have been hospitalized after eating food made with buckwheat flour, with cases reported from multiple sources, raising concerns about food safety.
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Chennai Heat Advisory: Public Health Issues Precautions
Chennai's Directorate of Public Health urges residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses as temperatures soar. Hospitals prepare for seasonal surges with essential supplies and dedicated beds.
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