Category : Public Health


Delhi's Mobile Cancer Screening Vans for Women

Delhi State Cancer Institute introduces mobile screening vans for breast and cervical cancer detection, offering self-sampling kits and privacy features to improve women's healthcare access.

Cancer Cases in India May Double by 2045: Experts

India faces a steep rise in cancer cases, projected to increase from 1.5 million to 2.5 million annually by 2045. Health experts emphasize early detection and prevention alongside treatment expansion.

MCD Crackdown on Pigeon Feeding in Delhi

Municipal Corporation of Delhi issues challans for pigeon feeding at public places, citing health risks and unhygienic conditions under solid waste management laws.

Telangana's Typhoid Deaths: 202 in 2023, 2nd Highest in India

Telangana recorded 202 typhoid and paratyphoid deaths in 2023, accounting for 19% of India's total. Experts cite unsafe water, poor sanitation, and delayed treatment as key factors driving the state's disproportionately high mortality rate.

Bihar Dog Bite Epidemic: 776 Daily Cases

Bihar Economic Survey reveals alarming dog bite crisis with 2.83 lakh incidents in FY 2024-25. Patna district reports highest cases, highlighting urgent public health concern.

Ranchi Wards Face Sanitation, Water Woes

Residents of Ward 32 and 33 in Ranchi confront severe sanitation issues with piled-up garbage and acute drinking water shortage, highlighting municipal failures.

Chennai Sewage Crisis: Santhome Residents Suffer for Months

Residents near Lazarus Church Road in Chennai's Santhome endure stagnant sewage for over a month, causing stench and health concerns. Despite complaints, authorities offer only temporary fixes as locals report fever spikes and mosquito infestations.

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