Nagpur Dog Bites Hit 4-Year High, Rabies Cases Stable
Nagpur reports 10,944 dog bite incidents in 2025, a 16% increase from 2024, marking the highest in four years. While rabies cases remain low at two, experts warn of growing public health risks.
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Sirsa Cancer Cases Rise, No Link to Ghaggar Pollution
Haryana government data shows 970 cancer cases in Sirsa district from 2016-2025, with a sharp spike in 2023. Health minister clarifies no study links cases to Ghaggar river or groundwater pollution.
Ludhiana: Stray Dog Attack Injures 3-Year-Old Child
A three-year-old child in Ludhiana was brutally attacked by a stray dog, raising urgent concerns about public safety and stray animal management in the city.
Kerala's Infant Mortality Rate Matches Advanced Countries: UNICEF
Kerala has recorded India's lowest infant mortality rate at 5 deaths per 1,000 live births, a figure that places it on par with developed nations, according to a UNICEF official citing the latest SRS report.
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Bihar's 17-Day HIV Screening Drive Targets Migrants for Holi
Bihar AIDS Control Society organizes 300 health camps from Feb 24 to screen for HIV, focusing on migrant populations during Holi, aiming to meet global 95:95:99 targets and enhance treatment access.
Diarrhoea Outbreak in Srikakulam: 15 Cases, Water Contamination Suspected
A diarrhoea outbreak has affected Srikakulam town in Visakhapatnam district, with 15 cases reported across multiple streets. Authorities suspect water contamination from drainage infiltration as the cause, prompting emergency measures including water tank
Odisha Assembly Warns of Rampant Food Adulteration in Staples
Odisha's health minister reveals widespread adulteration in items like snacks, curd, and spices, with Khurda district worst-hit. Measures under the Food Safety Act are being enforced.
Lead Found in 26% of Bengaluru Vegetable Samples
A CPCB study reveals alarming lead contamination in 26% of vegetable samples from Bengaluru, raising serious health concerns for residents and highlighting environmental pollution issues.
Green Environment Critical for Bengaluru's Public Health: Minister
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao emphasizes that maintaining a green environment is essential for public health in Bengaluru, with technology set to drive future city management.
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Healthcare and Education Boost Quality of Life: Dr. Narayan
Dr. Ashwath Narayan emphasizes that accessible healthcare and education are crucial for improving quality of life, highlighting their role in societal development and well-being.
Kanpur Raids Find 10,000 kg Expired Dates, Adulterated Khoya
Food safety officials in Kanpur seized nearly 10,000 kg of expired dates worth ₹50 lakh and 675 kg of adulterated khoya during festive season raids. Authorities suspect repackaging with fake labels for sale during Ramadan and Holi.
Nagpur Healthcare, Tragic Death, Mental Health in Schools
Nagpur announces major healthcare upgrades, a tragic death highlights mental health issues, and schools launch a new mental health initiative to support students.
Blood Letter Protest in Wardha for Rural Hospital Upgrade
Over 1,400 residents of Sindi (Railway) wrote letters in their blood demanding primary health centre be upgraded to rural hospital, citing inadequate facilities forcing patients to travel for treatment.
Lead Found in 26% of Bengaluru Veg Samples: CPCB Report
A Central Pollution Control Board study finds lead contamination in over a quarter of vegetable samples tested in Bengaluru, prompting National Green Tribunal intervention.
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Milk Vendor Held After Anuria Death in Rajahmundry Hospital
Police in Rajahmundry have detained a milk vendor following the death of a 75-year-old woman from anuria, with four others hospitalized. Authorities suspect milk adulteration as the cause, launching a full investigation.
India Must Not Delay Mandatory Food Labelling, Editorial Urges
An editorial argues against delaying mandatory front-of-pack food labelling in India, citing rising diet-related diseases and the need for consumer awareness to combat health risks.
Kolkata Housing Complex Water Contaminated with Coliform Bacteria
Residents of One 10 Housing in New Town report coliform bacteria in water samples, demanding urgent connection to a filtered water network to prevent a health crisis.
Ludhiana Reports Over 13,000 TB Cases in 2025
Ludhiana district in Punjab has reported a significant public health challenge, with over 13,000 tuberculosis cases recorded in 2025, highlighting ongoing efforts in disease control and healthcare management.
Mizoram's Condom Billboard Breaks Taboos in HIV Prevention Push
A 30-foot condom billboard in Aizawl challenges public resistance as activists and government collaborate on innovative HIV awareness campaigns like SPOT cafes and Love Brigade 2.0.
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Jalandhar Eye Camp Examines 350, Boosts Vision Health
A recent eye check-up camp in Jalandhar successfully examined 350 individuals, providing free screenings and raising awareness about vision care and preventive health measures in the community.
Amritsar: Two Suicide Cases in Ajnala and Rajasansi
A man ended his life in Ajnala and a woman committed suicide in Rajasansi, both in Amritsar district, highlighting concerns over mental health and local incidents.
Amritsar Residents Protest Waste Dumping and Burning
Residents in Amritsar raise concerns over rampant roadside waste dumping and burning, citing health hazards and environmental damage. They urge municipal authorities for immediate intervention and sustainable waste management solutions.
Cholera Outbreak in Jamnagar Village Triggers Emergency Measures
Jamnagar administration declares Lakhabaval village a cholera-affected area and establishes a 2km control zone under Epidemic Diseases Act to contain the outbreak.
Student Suicide in Bengaluru After Home Argument
A student in Bengaluru's Sanjaynagar died by suicide after an argument at home. The incident was discovered when his mother found him hanging after he did not respond to dinner calls.
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India's Metabolic Disease Crisis: The Perfect Storm
Researchers identify a 'perfect metabolic storm' in India, where genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices converge to drive high rates of metabolic diseases, challenging traditional views of health.
Food Adulteration Crackdown: 1,320 kg Khoya Destroyed, 12,000 Litres Oil Seized
Authorities in Agra and Muzaffarnagar have seized and destroyed massive quantities of adulterated khoya and edible oil in a major crackdown on food safety violations, with legal action underway.
Mangaluru: Unauthorised Blood Testing Lab Sealed in Vittal
Health department officials in Dakshina Kannada raided and sealed an unauthorised blood testing laboratory in Vittal after discrepancies were found in reports and lack of proper registration under the KPME Act.
AP Malaria Cases Drop 71.57% in Decade, Health Data Shows
Andhra Pradesh reports a 71.57% decline in malaria cases from 2015 to 2025, with intensified efforts under National Malaria Elimination Framework. Two districts account for majority of cases.
Faulty HIV Data Alarms NA Panel, Pakistan Risks Global Shame
A Pakistani National Assembly panel raises alarm over inaccurate HIV figures, warning of potential global embarrassment and urging immediate data correction.
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Kerala's Elderly Homicide-Suicides: Mental Health Crisis Deepens
A disturbing trend of elderly-perpetrated homicides and homicide-suicides is emerging in Kerala, driven by untreated mental health issues, caregiver stress, and societal stigma. Experts warn of a growing crisis as the state's population ages rapidly.
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