Maharashtra to Get 8 Devices to Detect Counterfeit Medicines
Maharashtra government allocates ₹9.6 crore for handheld drug analyzers to combat fake medicines in eight divisions. Read how this move strengthens public healthcare safety.
Category : Public Health
QR Codes in Pharmacies to Boost India's Drug Safety Reporting
India mandates QR codes in all pharmacies for instant reporting of medicine side effects. This move aims to transform pharmacovigilance and make drug safety a public responsibility. Scan and report!
West Virginia Supreme Court Reinstates School Vaccine Mandate
West Virginia's Supreme Court halts a lower court ruling, forcing an immediate reinstatement of the state's strict school vaccination policy that bars religious exemptions. The legal battle continues.
Scrub Typhus Deaths in Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu District
Two more suspected scrub typhus deaths reported in Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. Health officials investigate links to comorbidities as state tally reaches 736 cases. Read for details.
PGI Differently Abled Employees Protest Discrimination
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, PGIMER employees held a rally and burnt an effigy, alleging years of denied promotions and basic facilities. Read about their demands.
Punjab's Pioneering Fellowship to Fight Substance Abuse
Punjab launches India's first Leadership in Mental Health Programme, a fellowship for 35 professionals to enhance drug abuse prevention and treatment across all 23 districts.
Delhi AQI at 342, Air Quality 'Very Poor'
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with an AQI of 342. Nehru Nagar recorded the worst pollution at 378. Stay informed about health advisories.
Daily Habits Driving Childhood Diabetes Boom in India
Once rare, Type 2 diabetes in children is now a growing crisis. Experts link it to modern routines of skipped meals, packaged snacks, and screen time. Learn how to protect your child's health.
WHO's First Guidelines on GLP-1 Drugs for Obesity
WHO releases first-ever global guidelines for GLP-1 medicines to treat obesity, a chronic disease. Learn about the key recommendations and new mental health warnings from Australia.
Kolkata's Sunny Weather vs Severe Air Pollution
Kolkata enjoys sunny December weather with highs of 28.7°C, but severe AQI of 337 raises health alarms. Get the weekly forecast and essential safety tips for residents.
WHO issues first global guidelines for GLP-1 obesity drugs
WHO releases its first global guideline on GLP-1 therapies for obesity, recommending drugs like semaglutide for adults with a BMI over 30. Learn about the impact, safety, and who can benefit.
Delhi Air Turns Hazardous, AQI Enters Severe Category
Delhi's air quality deteriorated sharply on December 3, 2025, with AQI entering the 'severe' category in several areas, posing serious health risks. Read for details and safety measures.
Why Your Morning Walk Could Be Harming Your Health
New research reveals walking during early morning or late evening in polluted cities like Delhi and Mumbai can negate health benefits. Learn the safest times to exercise outdoors and protect your lungs.
Nadda Urges MPs to Intensify TB-Mukt Bharat Efforts
Health Minister JP Nadda calls on MPs to boost TB elimination efforts, citing a 21% drop in incidence. Learn about the strategies and their crucial role in the Jan Andolan.
Delhi AQI Severe at 14 Locations, Smog Blankets City
Delhi's air quality turned severe on Wednesday, with 14 monitoring stations recording AQI above 401. Key areas like Chandni Chowk and Nehru Nagar were worst hit. Stay informed on the pollution crisis.
Rs 35 Lakh Lost to Save Rare Owl Eggs in Telangana Quarry
A Telangana quarry stopped operations, sacrificing Rs 35 lakh, to protect a rock eagle owl's nest with five eggs. Discover the story of this conservation miracle near Hyderabad.
How Tribal Health Navigators Are Changing Healthcare in Karnataka
A pilot program using Tribal Health Navigators in Chamarajanagar has saved lives and improved hospital trust. Discover how this model works and the challenges blocking its expansion across Karnataka.
Pollution Linked to 2 Lakh+ ARI Cases in Delhi: Health Ministry
Govt data reveals a surge in acute respiratory illness cases in Delhi, Chennai, and Mumbai, linked to worsening air pollution. Learn about the national surveillance response.
Delhi Air Pollution Damages Heart, Brain, Kidneys: Expert
Dr Randeep Guleria reveals how Delhi-NCR's toxic air silently attacks the heart, brain & kidneys, demanding a national strategy. Learn the signs and long-term risks.
Pollution Crisis: Delhi-NCR's Children Bear Heaviest Burden
Doctors across Delhi-NCR report a sharp rise in severe, pollution-linked ailments in children, from infants to teens. Read how toxic air is triggering surgeries, hospitalizations, and even lung attacks.
UNICEF Report Calls for Action on Child Poverty in India
A new UNICEF report highlights the critical state of child poverty in India, serving as a stark warning and a call to action for the nation's future. Read the details and implications.
Free Medical Camp in Doraha Attracts 175 Patients
A free medical check-up camp in Doraha, Ludhiana, provided essential health services to 175 residents. The event featured specialists and aimed to improve community wellness. Learn more about this vital local healthcare initiative.
Two dead in Delhi shelter fire, structure had no exit
A deadly fire at a Delhi night shelter in Vasant Vihar claimed two lives, exposing a deathtrap structure with no emergency exit. Read about the survivors' accounts and safety failures.
MCD Approves Rs 13.5 Crore for Stray Dog Sterilisation
MCD approves Rs 13.5 crore to clear unpaid dues to NGOs sterilising stray dogs in Delhi. Funds aim to boost population control and rabies prevention efforts. Read more.
Gurgaon, Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Very Poor' Levels
Gurgaon's air quality index (AQI) rose to 277 (poor) with three stations in 'very poor' zone. Delhi's AQI hit 390. Experts warn of health risks as weather conditions trap pollutants over NCR. Read more.
Kolkata: Debate on 'Disabled' vs 'Specially Abled' Terminology
Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Kolkata activists debate terminology: 'disabled' vs 'specially abled'. Experts stress better access and dignity. Read more.
NCR Air Quality Worsens, AQI Enters Severe Zone
Air quality in Noida, Ghaziabad, and Greater Noida deteriorated sharply on Tuesday, with AQI levels entering the 'severe' category. Key stations recorded readings above 400. Check the latest updates and forecasts here.
Barwani: Garlands for Late Ambulance in Unusual Protest
Residents of Anjad in Barwani staged a unique protest, garlanding ambulance staff for arriving an hour late to an accident spot. Read about the systemic failures and official responses.
Noida Sector 100x Residents Protest High TDS in Water Supply
Residents of Noida's Sector 100x report dangerously high TDS levels up to 1,500 ppm in tap water, causing health risks. Ganga water supply remains inadequate. Read the full report.
Expired Food Found at Amazon Seller in Jaipur
Food safety officers in Jaipur discovered expired products and misleading labels at an Amazon seller warehouse. Legal action is pending after samples were sent for testing. Read the full report.
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