Category : Public Health


Vintage Car Rally for HIV Awareness in Kolkata

Kolkata NGO organizes Legacy on Wheels vintage car drive to raise HIV awareness ahead of 100-bed hospital opening for marginalized children. Join the movement for child healthcare.

New 'Subclade K' Flu Variant Raises Alarm

A new flu variant, subclade K, is driving a surge in cases globally. Learn about its severe symptoms, vaccine effectiveness, and how to protect your family this holiday season.

Jaipur's Transgender Shelter Faces Government Neglect

Jaipur's only transgender night shelter, started in 2023, survives on residents' efforts amid government apathy. 30 residents manage food, water, and security themselves while facing harassment and unemployment challenges.

Thane AQI Hits Dangerous 217, Health Alert Issued

Thane records hazardous AQI of 217, third-highest this year. Experts warn of serious health risks as pollution spikes due to construction, traffic, and waste burning. Learn how to protect yourself.

Gurgaon AQI improves to 'Poor' category at 262

Gurgaon's air quality improved from 'very poor' to 'poor' with AQI at 262. PM2.5 levels remain dangerously high at 24 times WHO limits. Forecast predicts 'very poor' air for next six days.

Chennai on High Alert for Monsoon Illnesses After Cyclone

Chennai health authorities are on high alert, stocking essential medicines and deploying mobile units as heavy rains from Cyclone Ditwah raise fears of fever, diarrhoea, and snake bites. Learn about the preparedness measures.

70% of children awaiting adoption in India have disabilities

Nearly 70% of children waiting for adoption in India have disabilities, reveals CARA data. With only 2,000 children registered versus 33,000 waiting parents, officials urge better tracking and surrender systems to protect vulnerable children.

Water Line Rupture Affects 10,000 in Lucknow

Approximately 10,000 residents in Lucknow's Aishbagh area faced drinking water outage after Jalkal department's main supply line ruptured. Repair work underway, supply expected by Sunday.

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