Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu announces statewide expansion of digital health records under 'Sanjeevani'. Experts from Gates Foundation, WHO discuss AI integration for preventive healthcare.
Jind's air quality stays in 'poor' to 'very poor' category 15 days post-harvest, defying stubble burning narrative. Officials lack answers as AQI hits 500-600. What's the real cause?
RTI reveals Noida Authority utilised only Rs 9 crore of Rs 55.7 crore NCAP funds over 3 years. Officials cite bureaucratic delays, while residents demand urgent action on toxic air.
Sadashiva Swami of Haveri Hukkerimath led a successful month-long 'Addiction-Free Villages Initiative'. Over 75 villages pledged to quit alcohol, cigarettes & gutka. Read the inspiring story.
A new cancer registry report for Varanasi reveals one in 36 men is at risk of oral cancer, primarily due to tobacco. Breast cancer is most common in women. Learn the key findings and risks.
Six children with thalassaemia in Satna, MP, test HIV-positive after blood transfusions. State probe launched to trace 350 donors. Details inside.
A new Lancet study reveals over 80% of Indians carry multi-drug resistant bacteria. Experts warn of an AMR crisis driven by misuse in humans, livestock, and contaminated food and water. Learn the urgent steps needed.
Trichy faces a severe shortage of beds in old-age homes, with both free and paid facilities operating at capacity. Experts warn of a growing elderly population crisis. Discover the challenges and potential solutions.
Nagpur's air quality plunges to 'poor' levels with AQI at 216. PM2.5 spikes to 355 µg/m³ in Mahal. Experts warn of severe health risks. Read the full report and official response.
Andhra Pradesh reports 11 scrub typhus deaths and 1,600+ cases. Telangana health officials urge caution but see no surge. Learn symptoms, risks, and treatment.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao demands regulation of portable ultrasound machines to combat female foeticide. Learn about the state's new push for stricter oversight.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation launches 'Adopt A Stray' program to rehome sterilized dogs from shelters. New rules follow Supreme Court directive on removing strays from public spaces.
Doctors in Bengaluru report a significant 20-30% increase in patients suffering from pollution-linked health issues like breathlessness and cough. Learn about the symptoms and public health impact.
Indira Gandhi Govt Medical College's Daga Hospital in Nagpur introduces compulsory sickle cell screening for newborns and mothers as patient count nears 2,900. Learn about free treatment and awareness initiatives.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
A doctor's encounter with Punjab farmers reveals a dangerous public trust in flawed regulations. Explore how lobbying manipulates science and endangers lives. Read more.
Dr Vinod Paul of NITI Aayog emphasized public health as the fourth pillar for AIIMS, urging students to treat patients with compassion and aim for global excellence. Read his vision for AIIMS Rae Bareli.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation identified and acted against 110 'yellow spots' for open urination from Dec 12-16. Beautification and awareness campaigns launched to keep the holy city clean. Join the effort!
Mapusa Urban Health Centre threatens to cut water and power to the fish market for failing to maintain cleanliness despite repeated warnings. Read the full story.
FSSAI collects egg samples in Chennai over nitrofuran antibiotic concerns. Demand remains steady as experts advise caution but not to stop consumption. Read the full details.
Over 650 global experts convened at VIROCON 2025 in Pune to discuss emerging viruses & pandemic preparedness. Key focus on One Health & innovation. Read more.
A Central Ground Water Board report finds elevated copper, iron, and manganese in Canacona's groundwater, posing health risks. Immediate monitoring and treatment urged.
Gujarat govt bans sale & storage of rolling papers & smoking accessories statewide. Move aims to tackle health risks & substance abuse among minors. Full details inside.
Patna District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S M met children and guardians before their trip to Kanpur for cochlear implants. Over 65,000 kids screened, 25 surgeries done. Officials focus on early detection for under-3s. Read more.
Patna DM Thiyagarajan S M ordered surprise checks at 31 health centres. Salaries of absent medical officers withheld. Read about the crackdown to improve public healthcare.
Kerala's Human Rights Commission recommends extending the Vayomitram scheme for seniors to all local bodies and lowering the age limit. Read about the financial hurdles and proposed solutions.
Haryana's health department, led by ACS Sudhir Rajpal, directs officials to achieve a sex ratio of 920 by Dec 31, 2024. Focus on migrant areas and birth registration. Read more.
SMC health officials inspect ponk stalls across Surat, collect 12 samples of vada and sev. Action planned under Food Safety Act after lab reports. Read the full story.
Fr Muller Charitable Institutions launches a special health check-up scheme in Mangaluru, offering 15% festive discounts and free tests until January 15. Over 25 registrations recorded on day one.
Mysuru recorded 32 child pregnancy cases between April and October 2025. Experts credit declining numbers to fear of legal action against child marriages. Full details inside.