Scrub Typhus Cases Surge in Andhra, Telangana Monitors
Andhra Pradesh reports 11 scrub typhus deaths and 1,600+ cases. Telangana health officials urge caution but see no surge. Learn symptoms, risks, and treatment.
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Karnataka seeks regulation of portable ultrasound scanners
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao demands regulation of portable ultrasound machines to combat female foeticide. Learn about the state's new push for stricter oversight.
AMC's 'Adopt A Stray' Scheme for Sterilized Dogs
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation launches 'Adopt A Stray' program to rehome sterilized dogs from shelters. New rules follow Supreme Court directive on removing strays from public spaces.
Pollution ailments spike 20-30% in Bengaluru
Doctors in Bengaluru report a significant 20-30% increase in patients suffering from pollution-linked health issues like breathlessness and cough. Learn about the symptoms and public health impact.
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Nagpur Hospital Mandates Sickle Cell Screening for Newborns
Indira Gandhi Govt Medical College's Daga Hospital in Nagpur introduces compulsory sickle cell screening for newborns and mothers as patient count nears 2,900. Learn about free treatment and awareness initiatives.
New Ghaziabad Animal Birth Control Centre Opens in Vijay Nagar
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
How Lobbying Undermines Public Health in India
A doctor's encounter with Punjab farmers reveals a dangerous public trust in flawed regulations. Explore how lobbying manipulates science and endangers lives. Read more.
NITI Aayog's Dr Paul: Public Health Key for Medical Institutes
Dr Vinod Paul of NITI Aayog emphasized public health as the fourth pillar for AIIMS, urging students to treat patients with compassion and aim for global excellence. Read his vision for AIIMS Rae Bareli.
Varanasi's 5-day drive eliminates 110 open urination spots
Varanasi Municipal Corporation identified and acted against 110 'yellow spots' for open urination from Dec 12-16. Beautification and awareness campaigns launched to keep the holy city clean. Join the effort!
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Mapusa Fish Market Faces Shutdown Over Health Issues
Mapusa Urban Health Centre threatens to cut water and power to the fish market for failing to maintain cleanliness despite repeated warnings. Read the full story.
Chennai Egg Samples Tested for Nitrofuran by FSSAI
FSSAI collects egg samples in Chennai over nitrofuran antibiotic concerns. Demand remains steady as experts advise caution but not to stop consumption. Read the full details.
Pune Hosts Major International Virology Conference VIROCON 2025
Over 650 global experts convened at VIROCON 2025 in Pune to discuss emerging viruses & pandemic preparedness. Key focus on One Health & innovation. Read more.
Goa Groundwater Contamination: High Metal Levels Found
A Central Ground Water Board report finds elevated copper, iron, and manganese in Canacona's groundwater, posing health risks. Immediate monitoring and treatment urged.
Gujarat imposes immediate ban on rolling papers, smoking cones
Gujarat govt bans sale & storage of rolling papers & smoking accessories statewide. Move aims to tackle health risks & substance abuse among minors. Full details inside.
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Patna DM meets children ahead of cochlear implant surgeries
Patna District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S M met children and guardians before their trip to Kanpur for cochlear implants. Over 65,000 kids screened, 25 surgeries done. Officials focus on early detection for under-3s. Read more.
Patna DM Withholds Salaries After Health Facility Inspections
Patna DM Thiyagarajan S M ordered surprise checks at 31 health centres. Salaries of absent medical officers withheld. Read about the crackdown to improve public healthcare.
SHRC: Expand Vayomitram to All Grama Panchayats
Kerala's Human Rights Commission recommends extending the Vayomitram scheme for seniors to all local bodies and lowering the age limit. Read about the financial hurdles and proposed solutions.
Haryana targets sex ratio of 920 by December 31
Haryana's health department, led by ACS Sudhir Rajpal, directs officials to achieve a sex ratio of 920 by Dec 31, 2024. Focus on migrant areas and birth registration. Read more.
Surat food safety officials collect 12 ponk samples for testing
SMC health officials inspect ponk stalls across Surat, collect 12 samples of vada and sev. Action planned under Food Safety Act after lab reports. Read the full story.
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Fr Muller Health Scheme Inaugurated in Mangaluru
Fr Muller Charitable Institutions launches a special health check-up scheme in Mangaluru, offering 15% festive discounts and free tests until January 15. Over 25 registrations recorded on day one.
Mysuru: 32 child pregnancies recorded from April-Oct 2025
Mysuru recorded 32 child pregnancy cases between April and October 2025. Experts credit declining numbers to fear of legal action against child marriages. Full details inside.
Bhavani Deeksha 2025: 380 Tonnes Waste, Massive Cleanup
Vijayawada's 5-day Bhavani Deeksha Viramanalu saw a record 380 tonnes of waste. VMC's sanitation plan cleared 80 tonnes of sacred red clothes. Read how the city managed the massive cleanup.
Gujarat bans 'Gogo paper' rolling sheets, cones with immediate effect
Gujarat government imposes a complete ban on the sale and storage of rolling papers and cones, citing severe health risks and youth drug abuse. Violators to face legal action under BNS.
6 Kids HIV Positive in MP, Probe into Blood Transfusion
Six children in Madhya Pradesh hospitals contract HIV, suspected contaminated blood transfusion under investigation. Authorities order probe into the shocking cases.
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Parliament Panel: Food Labels Hard to Read, Need Change
A parliamentary committee finds FSSAI's food labels difficult for consumers to interpret, urging simpler warning labels to aid informed choices, especially for those with low literacy.
5 Killed in Attack on Polio Vaccination Team in Pakistan
A deadly attack on a polio vaccination team in northwest Pakistan has left five dead, including four health workers. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers faced by polio eradication campaigns in the region.
Governor Vijayashankar Chairs Nasha Mukt Bharat Meet in Shillong
Meghalaya Governor CH Vijayashankar convened a crucial meeting with VCs, police, and community leaders to strengthen the fight against drug abuse in educational institutions and villages. Read about the coordinated action plan.
NSS Distributes Warm Clothes to Tea Garden Workers in Dibrugarh
As temperatures plunge to 7.8°C in Dibrugarh, NSS units from Dibrugarh University provide warm clothing to 200 vulnerable tea estate workers and families. Read about this crucial winter relief effort.
Delhi Air Pollution: 5 Health Signs in Kids to Watch
As Delhi's AQI plunges to 'poor' & 'severe', doctors warn of hidden risks for children. Learn the 5 key symptoms of pollution exposure and how to protect your child's health.
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FSSAI Egg Safety Drive: Testing for Banned Substances
FSSAI launches a nationwide egg safety drive, testing for banned antibiotics like nitrofurans. Learn about the controversy, home quality checks, and how it protects your health.
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