The Patna Municipal Corporation has initiated a comprehensive mosquito control campaign, employing geo-tagged monitoring, chemical spraying, and community participation to combat larvae breeding across the city.
Bhagalpur district administration initiates an 11-day mop-up campaign to achieve 100% coverage of filariasis medication across all 16 blocks, targeting remaining 10% of population.
Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav announced intensified inspections and penalties for restaurants using harmful synthetic colors, emphasizing public health protection.
Bengaluru and Kerala record dangerous UV Index levels reaching 13, categorized as extreme by WHO. IMD warns of heightened risks of skin cancer, eye damage, and heat-related illnesses.
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Dr. Ishwar Gilada emphasizes the need for intensified efforts to end AIDS in India by 2030, praising current progress but highlighting the critical last-mile challenges.
Dr. Glory Alexander highlights significant reduction in vertical HIV transmission due to ART and guidelines at ASICON 2026 conference in Mumbai.
Residents in Fatehgarh Sahib villages have flagged contaminated water supply, citing health risks and foul odors. Authorities are investigating the issue amid rising public concern.
Ludhiana's health department has initiated a 90-day HPV vaccination campaign targeting girls aged 14-15 to prevent cervical cancer, with sessions at 19 health facilities across the district.
The Odisha health department will hold a meeting on March 11 with district medical officers to review summer preparedness, focusing on preventing heatstroke. Hospitals are setting up dedicated wards and following SOPs to manage heat-related illnesses.
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Gurgaon Civil Hospital recorded 315 outpatient visits and six admissions over two days post-Holi, with cases including eye infections, injuries, and allergic reactions from festival colors and accidents.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has announced that the health department is actively working to enhance mental health screening programs across Karnataka. He urged citizens to seek professional help without hesitation for mental health concerns.
Mumbai's BMC issues a heat advisory as temperatures exceed 37°C, with doctors noting complaints of headaches and fatigue, especially among fasting individuals and construction workers.
Mohali district launches a free HPV vaccination initiative at government health centres to combat cervical cancer, enhancing public health access for women and girls.
Excessive consumption of caffeinated energy drinks and treatment by unqualified practitioners led to hepatitis B deaths in Palwal's Chainsa village, officials said.
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Jharkhand's National Health Mission directs civil surgeons to strengthen heatwave preparedness, including setting up heatstroke units and ensuring medical supplies, as temperatures rise across the state.
A new global report reveals India holds the second-highest number of children and adolescents living with overweight or obesity worldwide, highlighting a growing public health crisis.
UNICEF reports childhood obesity now surpasses undernutrition globally, with India facing the fastest growth in ultra-processed food sales. Policy gaps and aggressive marketing put 27 million Indian children at risk by 2030.
Rajasthan's health department has administered HPV vaccines to 500 girls in the first five days of its cervical cancer prevention campaign. Officials are enhancing awareness efforts to combat misinformation and logistical challenges.
A global health body reveals most countries, including India, are not on course to achieve the 2030 target of halting childhood obesity, citing poor diet and inactivity as key drivers.
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The World Obesity Atlas 2026 reveals alarming trends in India, with childhood obesity rates projected to rise sharply by 2030, posing severe health and economic challenges.
On World Obesity Day 2026, doctors highlight India's second-place global ranking for childhood obesity and advise parents to avoid using food as a reward to curb this growing health crisis.
Doctors warn that synthetic Holi colors contain harmful chemicals like lead and mercury, which can cause respiratory issues, skin allergies, and long-term lung damage. Experts advise using natural alternatives for a safe celebration.
An awareness camp was organized in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, to mark World Hearing Day, focusing on early detection and prevention of hearing loss through expert consultations and free screenings.
A probe report into a leptospirosis outbreak in Ludhiana has found serious lapses by government departments, including delayed response and inadequate sanitation measures, leading to multiple fatalities.
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Gurgaon health department deploys doctors, ambulances for Holi emergencies. Hospitals expect rise in skin, eye, respiratory complaints from synthetic colors. Experts advise precautions.
Tamil Nadu reports 2,291 new leprosy cases from April-December 2025, a 20% rise from 2024. Grade 2 deformities spike to 3.4%, indicating delayed diagnoses despite improved surveillance.
Bhopal has recorded 10 dengue and 5 chikungunya cases in January-February 2026, with positivity rates of 2.7% and 5.5% respectively, highlighting year-round mosquito-borne disease threats.
A 90-day HPV vaccination drive begins in Ludhiana on March 5, targeting girls aged 9-14 to prevent cervical cancer. The campaign aims to boost immunization rates and raise public awareness.
A 67-year-old woman from Neyyattinkara, who allegedly attempted suicide by setting herself ablaze on a funeral pyre she prepared behind her house, has died at a private hospital. Police suspect prolonged mental distress and loneliness led to the extreme a
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Residents of Tarn Taran express deep disappointment over ongoing sanitation problems, including garbage accumulation and poor waste management, impacting daily life and health.
