Jaundice Hits JNV Gurujang: 2 Staff Positive, 12 Students Recover
Two staff members at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Gurujang, test positive for jaundice. 12 students recover, but 62 were affected before school closure. Latest updates here.
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Jaundice outbreak closes Odisha school, water contamination found
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda shut for a week after 62 jaundice cases. Lab reports confirm faecal contamination in school's water supply. Read for details on the outbreak and corrective measures.
52 students hit by jaundice at Odisha's Navodaya school
Jaundice outbreak at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda affects 52 students. School may shut for all except Class X & XII to curb spread. Water contamination suspected.
Chatra's First MSNCU Launched at Sadar Hospital
Chatra district launches Jharkhand's first Mother Special Newborn Care Unit (MSNCU) at Sadar Hospital. The 11-bed facility promotes zero-separation care for mothers and preterm babies to reduce neonatal mortality. Read more.
Water samples tested after jaundice hits Bhubaneswar school
Health officials investigate water contamination after 35 students contract jaundice at a Khurda school. Latest updates on the outbreak and ongoing safety measures.
Jaundice Outbreak Hits Odisha School, 30+ Students Ill
Panic grips parents as a jaundice outbreak at a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Odisha's Khurda district leaves over 30 students ill. Health teams investigate water contamination as the cause. Read for the latest updates.
Jaundice outbreak hits Odisha school, 25 students infected
A jaundice outbreak at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda has infected 25 students, with 100 more symptomatic. Authorities suspect viral hepatitis as the cause. Read for details on the response and health measures.
Jaipur: Trained Staff Missing from Delivery Rooms, Warns Health Dept
Rajasthan health department orders trained nurses to be posted in labour rooms for 3 years to cut maternal & newborn deaths. New cadre for critical care announced.
Jaundice with Abdominal Pain: A Warning Sign
Jaundice accompanied by abdominal pain is a critical warning sign of a possible bile duct obstruction. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and urgent need for medical evaluation to prevent serious liver complications.
Prayagraj: 90% Antibiotic Resistance Found in Newborns
A shocking Prayagraj study reveals 90% resistance to common antibiotics in newborns. Experts warn against unregulated antibiotic use. Read the full report on the growing health threat.
Pale Stools: Causes, Health Risks & When to See a Doctor
Noticing pale or clay-coloured stools? It could signal a bile flow issue involving your liver, gallbladder, or pancreas. Learn the causes, risks, and when to seek medical advice.
Low-Cost mBilimeter Device for Newborn Jaundice Screening
Researchers in Mangaluru have created 'mBilimeter', a smartphone-based, non-invasive device to estimate bilirubin in newborns. This affordable innovation aims to replace stressful blood tests, especially in resource-limited settings. Read more about this
New Gene TMEM167A Linked to Neonatal Diabetes Found
Scientists at the University of Exeter identify a novel gene, TMEM167A, responsible for neonatal diabetes in infants under six months. This breakthrough explains the link to neurological issues.
Doctors Debunk Myths on Newborn Lung Conditions
Leading neonatologists in India dispel fatal myths about severe respiratory issues in newborns. Advanced NICU care, timely intervention, and parental involvement are key to recovery. Read the full story.
Army Doctors in Pune Perform First Neonatal ECMO, Save Baby
Army doctors in Pune saved a newborn with a rare heart condition using advanced ECMO. Read about this landmark medical achievement in Indian military healthcare.
Brachial Plexus Injury in Newborns: Causes & Recovery
Learn about Obstetric Brachial Plexus Injury (OBPI), affecting 1-4 in 1000 births. Discover causes, the crucial role of early physiotherapy, and why 95% of infants recover without surgery. Essential reading for expectant parents.
Artificial Womb Tech Offers Hope for Premature Babies
Artificial womb technology, like AquaWomb, mimics the uterus to give extremely premature babies crucial extra development time. This innovation could drastically improve survival rates and reduce lifelong disabilities.
Sunlight for Jaundice? A Risky Myth for Newborns
Newborn jaundice affects 60-80% of babies, but severe cases cause over 114,000 deaths yearly. Experts debunk the sunlight therapy myth and explain safe treatment options.
Pune Hospital Saves 550g Baby Born at 23 Weeks
A Pune hospital saved a micro-preemie weighing just 550g born at 23 weeks. After 100 days in NICU, the baby was discharged healthy. Read this incredible survival story.
Mahisagar Jaundice Outbreak: 299 Cases, Water Contamination Blamed
Mahisagar district on high alert after 299 jaundice cases in December. Two suspected deaths reported. Contaminated water identified as likely cause. Read for details and safety measures.
Pilibhit Infant Exhumed for Autopsy in Bribery Row
A 14-day-old infant's body exhumed in Pilibhit for autopsy after parents allege hospital staff dropped baby over Rs 5000 bribe. Probe underway.
Newborn Defeats Tetanus After 3-Month Hospital Fight
A newborn girl from Dahod defeats tetanus after a grueling 3-month battle at Vadodara's SSGH hospital. Read her incredible survival story of resilience and medical triumph.
Gurgaon's Air Pollution is a Neonatal Emergency: Doctor
A leading Gurgaon neonatologist reveals how toxic air is harming babies in the womb and causing a spike in preterm births and respiratory distress. Urgent action is needed to protect a generation's lungs.
Newborn's Life Saved from Rare Intestinal Condition in Pune
Doctors at Manipal Hospital, Baner, performed emergency surgery on a 3-day-old with intestinal malrotation and midgut volvulus. Read about the life-saving procedure and multidisciplinary effort.
RIMS Ranchi Opens State Newborn Resource Centre
Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences launches State Newborn Resource Centre to enhance newborn survival through advanced interventions, training, and improved healthcare coordination across Jharkhand.
Chennai Hospital Saves Twins from Rare Pregnancy Complication
A young couple from Ambur finds hope at MGM Healthcare Chennai as doctors save both twins from rare TTTS complication without in-utero surgery. Read their incredible survival story.
5 Skin Signs That Warn of Liver Damage
Learn how your skin reveals early liver problems. Discover 5 key signs like jaundice and itching that demand medical attention for timely liver health assessment.
Liver Damage Warning Signs on Hands & Feet
Discover 6 early liver damage symptoms visible on hands and feet. Learn about red palms, jaundice, and swelling. Seek medical advice if you notice these signs.
720g Kolkata Baby Makes Medical History with Heart Surgery
A premature baby weighing just 720g undergoes successful cardiac procedure in Kolkata, becoming the city's smallest infant to receive Transcatheter PDA device closure. Read this inspiring medical breakthrough story.
Jaundice Outbreak in Ajmer: 90% Children Infected
Health crisis in Ajmer's Dholabhata as 9 of 10 children test positive for hepatitis. Youth Congress protests contaminated water supply. PHED admits pipeline contamination issues. #PublicHealth
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