Pune Starts Weekly Menopause Clinics in District Hospitals
Pune's health department introduces special weekly menopause clinics every Wednesday across hospitals to provide comprehensive medical care and counseling for women.
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Indore Water Tragedy: 10 Dead, 200 Sick – A Wake-Up Call
The Indore water contamination tragedy, killing 10, exposes critical flaws in urban water management. Experts call for urgent third-party audits, public complaint systems, and robust disease surveillance to safeguard India's water.
Health Dept Deploys 50-Bed Hospital for Medaram Jatara
Ahead of the massive Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara, Telangana's health department establishes a 50-bed hospital, 30 camps, and deploys over 3,000 staff for pilgrim safety. Read about the full preparedness.
Massive 5-Day Health Fairs Benefit Over 2 Lakh in State
National Health Mission's block-level health fairs provided critical services to over 2 lakh people, including child screenings, vaccinations, and digital health integration. Explore the impact.
81 Mobile Health Units Launched in Karnataka
Karnataka's Health Minister flags off 81 mobile health units to provide doorstep medical services in remote and hilly regions. Each unit is staffed with a doctor, nurse, and lab technician.
MP Calls for Public Role in Water Safety After Indore Crisis
Following the Indore water contamination tragedy, BJP MP Gyaneshwar Patil urges citizens to report issues proactively. Learn about the call for public accountability and PM Modi's 'Har Ghar Nal' vision.
Hooch Tragedy in Samastipur: One Dead, Son Blinded
A man died and his son lost his eyesight after consuming spurious liquor in Bihar's dry Samastipur district. Police investigation underway as the state's prohibition policy faces scrutiny.
Indore Water Contamination Leaves Families in Debt and Despair
Families in Indore's Bhagirathpura struggle with debt after deaths from contaminated water. Compensation cheques barely cover funeral costs, leaving a future of uncertainty. Read their stories.
Delhi Orders Pipeline Checks Post Indore Water Tragedy
Following the Indore water pipeline tragedy that claimed two lives, the Delhi government has mandated urgent safety inspections of all water pipelines in the capital. Learn about the new safety directives.
Kolkata AQI 558: PIL Declares Public Health Emergency
A PIL in Calcutta HC demands Kolkata's toxic air be declared a public health emergency after AQI hit 558, surpassing Delhi. Hearing on Jan 19.
Ranchi's Public Water Taps in Filthy Condition, Health Risk
Public drinking water taps across Ranchi are in a state of neglect, surrounded by garbage and filth, raising severe health concerns for hundreds of daily users. Read the full investigation.
US Public Broadcasting Body CPB Dissolves After Funding Cut
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
11 Dead in Indore Water Contamination Tragedy
Apathy and impure drinking water lead to a tragic loss of life in Indore. Read about the failures that turned the 'cleanest city' into a crisis zone.
Man with epilepsy dies after falling into bonfire in UP's Bhadohi
A 50-year-old man with a history of epilepsy tragically died after suffering a seizure and falling into a bonfire in Bhadohi. Read the full details of the heartbreaking incident.
Pune: Mother kills sick daughter, then dies by suicide
A 30-year-old woman in Pune allegedly strangled her daughter with severe health issues before ending her own life. The Warje police have registered a murder case. Read the full story.
Indore Water Tragedy: Old Warnings Ignored, Lives Lost
Bhagirathpura deaths expose years of ignored warnings on Indore's contaminated groundwater. A 2016 PCB report found faecal pollution in 59 locations. Read why action failed.
Ahmedabad: Two family members die of heart attack hours apart
A 50-year-old businessman and his 80-year-old uncle died within hours in Ahmedabad's Paldi. The uncle collapsed from shock after learning of his nephew's death. Read the full story.
38% Rural Women in Punjab Have Hypertension: Study
A new study finds nearly 4 in 10 rural women in Punjab suffer from hypertension. Discover the key risk factors and urgent public health implications revealed by the research.
Indore Water Contamination Deaths Rise to 10
The Indore water contamination tragedy, claiming 10 lives, could have been prevented if warnings from a BJP corporator in 2023 were heeded. Read the full investigation.
CM Health Insurance Scheme Registrations From Jan 15
Amritsar residents can register for the Chief Minister's health insurance scheme from January 15. The scheme provides free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh. Learn how to enroll.
Indore Water Contamination Kills 9, Over 200 Ill
A tragic water contamination crisis in Indore's Bhagirathpura has claimed 9 lives, including a 5-month-old infant, and hospitalized over 200. Officials blame faulty toilet construction for the sewage leak into drinking water lines. Read the full report.
Chhattisgarh HC orders new Takhatpur CHC operational in 3 weeks
Chhattisgarh High Court directs Health Secretary to make new Takhatpur CHC building functional within three weeks, citing poor medical facilities. Read the full story.
Father poisons 3 kids, dies by suicide in Andhra Pradesh
A tragic incident in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district sees a man poison his three young children before taking his own life, months after his wife's suicide. Read the full report.
Study Reveals Cause of Sudden Deaths in Young Indians
A new study investigates the alarming rise in sudden cardiac deaths among seemingly healthy young adults in India. Learn the facts behind this public health crisis.
Preventive Health Check-ups Essential in 2025: Key Reasons
In 2025, preventive health screenings are no longer optional. Experts reveal the critical factors, from rising NCDs to tech advancements, making them a must for every Indian.
Why Young Professionals Must Buy Health Insurance Early
Starting health insurance early can save young professionals 20-30% on premiums and offers lifelong coverage benefits. Learn why delaying is costly.
Court-Monitored Task Force Sought After Panaji Fire
Amicus curiae Rohit Bras de Sa calls for a court-monitored task force to audit high-risk coastal establishments in Goa after the deadly Birch fire, citing systemic legal failures. Read the full demands.
Golaghat health camp for drivers finds 25 with high BP
A health camp in Golaghat screened 85 transport workers, identifying 25 with hypertension and 8 with diabetes. 35 ABHA IDs were created for digital health records. Read more.
Abu Dhabi's New Real-Time Indoor Air Quality System
Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre launches HawAQM, a real-time indoor air quality observatory for schools, homes & offices. A proactive step for public health protection.
USAID's End Created a Devastating Global Health Void
Atul Gawande warns of the devastating impact after USAID's global health programs were dismantled in 2025, eroding years of systematic progress in maternal care, nutrition, and disease surveillance.
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