HIV cases drop in Bengaluru, stigma persists
Bengaluru sees fewer HIV patients due to improved treatment, but stigma remains a major hurdle. Non-profits help low-income families access government ART therapy. Read more.
Category : Public Health
30+ Stray Dogs Vaccinated at Assam Medical College
Dibrugarh launches anti-rabies vaccination drive, inoculating 30+ street dogs at AMCH campus. Collaborative effort aims for complete rabies control across the city. Read more about this public health initiative.
Mumbai Air Emergency: MP Urges Construction Halt
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora declares a public health emergency in Mumbai due to severe air pollution, urging BMC to suspend all construction work immediately to safeguard citizens' health.
Delhi's Air Quality Remains 'Very Poor' for 14 Days
Delhi's air quality stays 'very poor' for the 14th day with AQI 377. Doctors advise health screenings as vehicles cause 19.5% pollution. Read for details and forecasts.
Delhi AQI Crisis: Kiran Bedi Seeks PMO Intervention
Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi describes Delhi's air pollution as 'agonising and depressing,' urges PMO for proactive intervention as AQI crosses 587. CAQM revokes GRAP Stage III despite poor air quality.
Major Gas Leak Mock Drill Held at Bokaro Steel Plant
Bokaro Steel Plant held a large-scale mock drill simulating a gas leak. Multiple agencies tested emergency response. Read how it enhances industrial safety in Jharkhand.
Goa: 18 Road Deaths in Oct, Two-Wheelers at High Risk
Official data reveals 18 road accident deaths in Goa during October, with two-wheeler riders constituting the majority. Transport officials urge stricter helmet use and road safety measures.
Bengal to Set Up 4 New Anti-Rabies Clinics
West Bengal plans four new model Anti-Rabies Clinics to enhance rabies care. Currently only one ARC exists at ID Hospital. Learn about expansion plans and rabies challenges.
Vineeta Singh warns on Mumbai AQI and cancer risk
Shark Tank India's Vineeta Singh raises alarm over Mumbai's worsening air quality, citing ICMR data linking pollution to rising cancer cases. Urges immediate public and government action.
Delhi's Toxic Air: A Year-Round Health Emergency
Delhi's air pollution is now a year-round health crisis. Doctors warn PM2.5 levels of 500 equal smoking 25 cigarettes daily, even for newborns. Citizens demand systemic action beyond temporary fixes.
Jharkhand Hospital Makes Patients Sign Risk Forms After HIV Cases
Chaibasa District Hospital forces thalassemia patients' families to sign forms taking responsibility for blood transfusions after children tested HIV positive. SDO calls practice inappropriate and orders immediate stop.
21 BLOs Booked for SIR Negligence in Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad authorities take strict action against 21 Block Level Officers for negligence in Special Immunization Round work. Investigation reveals serious lapses in polio vaccination drive.
3 Home Tests to Check Your Lung Health
Monitor your breathing capacity with 3 simple home methods. Learn about spirometry, breath-holding, and the 6-minute walk test to detect potential lung issues early.
Karnataka school student gives birth, man arrested for rape
A 15-year-old government school student in Karnataka's Koppal district gave birth, raising serious child safety concerns. Police arrested a man under POCSO Act as questions mount over hostel staff negligence.
Climate vulnerable Indian kids 25% more underweight
New study reveals children in climate-vulnerable Indian districts face 25% higher underweight risk and 38% more non-institutional births. Learn how climate impacts health.
Medicine Storage Mistakes That Reduce Drug Effectiveness
Learn how improper storage of antibiotics, insulin, and heart drugs can make them less effective before expiry. Essential guide for Indian households to protect medicine potency.
SC Takes Up Delhi Pollution Case on December 3
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on Delhi-NCR's severe air pollution on December 3, calling for continuous monitoring during a health emergency. Read the latest developments.
Mumbai: Sunny Weather, Poor Air Quality (AQI 295)
Mumbai enjoys pleasant sunny weather today with 28.7°C temperature, but yesterday's very poor air quality (AQI 295) raises health concerns. Get tips for safe outdoor activities.
Hyderabad's Air Quality Crisis: Eco-Friendly Diwali Urged
Hyderabad environmentalists push for cracker-free Diwali as PM2.5 levels breach 200. Doctors warn of health risks, suggest sustainable celebrations with diyas and rangoli.
Uranium Found in Bihar Breast Milk Samples
A new study detects uranium contamination in breast milk across Bihar districts, raising urgent concerns about groundwater safety and infant health. Learn the facts now.
Delhi's Sunny 24.9°C Day Contrasts Severe Air Quality
New Delhi enjoys a pleasant 24.9°C day, but residents face severe air quality with an AQI of 328. Get the full weather forecast and health safety tips for the week ahead.
Blood Donation Camp Marks Shaheedi Diwas in Jalandhar
A special blood donation camp was organized in Jalandhar to commemorate Shaheedi Diwas, honoring Sikh martyrs. The event saw strong community participation and collected vital blood units.
India's antibiotic resistance crisis hits alarming levels
WHO warns antibiotic resistance is a global health emergency. Learn how misuse makes common infections untreatable and what you can do to protect your family's health.
26 Patient Falls at Mumbai's Cooper Hospital, One Death
Shocking RTI data reveals 26 patient fall incidents at Cooper Hospital in three months, including a fatal case. BMC initiates inquiry amid staffing crises. Read for full details.
Delhi AQI: GRAP III revoked as air improves to 'Poor'
Delhi-NCR's air quality improves from 'severe' to 'poor', leading to revocation of GRAP III. However, breathing the air is still equivalent to smoking 10 cigarettes a day. Stay informed and protect your health.
Smoking 2-5 cigarettes a day doubles heart risk
A new study finds smoking just 2-5 cigarettes daily doubles heart disease risk. Cardiologist explains why zero cigarettes is the only safe option and recovery can take 30+ years.
Kitchen Smoke Damages Lungs of 53% Indian Women
Shocking study reveals biomass cooking smoke causes worse lung damage than cigarettes. 53% of exposed women develop irreversible bronchiectasis. Learn how to protect your family's health.
India's Cervical Cancer Crisis: A Preventable Tragedy
Cervical cancer is largely preventable, yet it remains the 2nd most common cancer in Indian women. Discover why social stigma and lack of screening delay care and how to break the cycle.
Haryana OKs Rs 40.4 Crore for Hospital Upgrades
Haryana government sanctions Rs 40.4 crore for upgrading 22 hospitals across the state. Funds allocated for infrastructure, equipment, and medical facilities improvement.
Indian Children Develop Adult Heart Risks by Age 5
Shocking study reveals Indian children as young as 5 show adult-like heart disease risks. Bengal leads in triglycerides, Kerala in cholesterol, Delhi in hypertension. Learn how to protect your child's health.
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