Category : Public Health


Rats in Satna Hospital SNCU: 24 Staff Get Notices

Satna district hospital issues show-cause notices to 4 doctors and 20 nursing staff after a video of rats in the Sick Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) went viral, highlighting hygiene lapses. Read about the action taken and the ongoing HIV probe.

Delhi AQI 349: Very Poor Air, Fog Hits Travel

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 349. Dense smog disrupts flights and trains. Minister Sirsa enforces 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy. Read for details and pollution hotspots.

Pollution Policy Fails Disabled Citizens in India

Disabled individuals face severe health risks as pollution policies overlook their essential need for outdoor mobility. Medical visits and errands can't wait, forcing exposure to toxic air. Read more on this critical oversight.

Trichy Dengue Inspectors Halted by No ID Cards

Dengue prevention workers in Trichy face resistance from residents due to invalid IDs, hampering inspections. Corporation promises action to resolve the issue and reports a sharp drop in fever cases.

Buxar DM inspects hospital after MLA's medicine row

Buxar DM Sahila conducted a surprise inspection of Sadar Hospital following a viral incident involving a BJP MLA. She reviewed healthcare services, staff attendance, and ordered strict action against negligence.

Kerala Bird Flu: 30,000 Birds to be Culled

H5N1 avian influenza confirmed in 11 Kerala panchayats. Authorities launch massive culling operation. Health officials urge caution but say properly cooked poultry is safe.

Why India Still Reports 60% of Global Leprosy Cases

India declared leprosy eliminated in 2005, yet reports 100,000 new cases yearly. With 4,722 child cases in 2024-25, experts point to late detection and lack of child-friendly drugs as major hurdles to true eradication.

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