Category : Public Health


Bengaluru Sees 70% of Karnataka's 90,000 Dog Attacks in 3 Years

Karnataka recorded over 90,000 dog attack cases in three years, with Bengaluru alone responsible for 63,858 incidents. Government spending focuses on vaccination and sterilization, but compensation data reveals urban-rural disparities in fatalities.

Mayor Calls for Water Safety Review After Child's Death

Following the death of an eight-year-old girl in Mauli Jagran, Mayor Saurabh Joshi has called for immediate preventive measures and a comprehensive review of sanitation and drinking water safety to address serious public health concerns.

Ludhiana Teen Dies by Suicide, Police Cite Mental Stress

A 17-year-old boy, Jaskaran Singh, died by suicide at his home in Kaunke Kalan, Ludhiana. Police attribute the tragedy to mounting mental stress, exacerbated by his father working abroad. The incident underscores the region's growing mental health concern

Teeth Reveal Growing Gap Between Rich and Poor

Dental health has become a stark marker of inequality, with 'poor teeth' highlighting structural neglect, shame, and barriers to opportunity, as seen in Australia, the UK, and the US.

Zirakpur Stray Dog Attacks 30 People, MC Faces Criticism

A stray dog in Baltana, Zirakpur, has allegedly bitten around 30 people over two weeks, including a teenager and an elderly man. Residents report daily unprovoked attacks and criticize the Municipal Council for inaction despite complaints.

Synthetic Drugs Crisis: India's Public Health Alarm

India faces a growing synthetic drugs epidemic, with new psychoactive substances posing severe health risks and challenging law enforcement. This editorial highlights the urgent need for policy reforms and public awareness.

Kolkata ASHA Workers Protest, Demand Fixed Salary

Hundreds of ASHA volunteers in Kolkata rejected a Rs 1,000 honorarium increase, demanding a fixed monthly pay of Rs 15,000. They protested outside Swasthya Bhavan, submitting a memorandum for better benefits.

Two Nipah Cases in India Trigger Surveillance and Testing

Two Nipah virus cases in India have prompted extensive surveillance and testing of over 190 contacts, all negative. Experts warn of high mortality rates and non-specific symptoms, urging public awareness and preventive measures.

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