Pulse Polio Campaign Kicks Off in Kodagu District
Kodagu district launches a major Pulse Polio immunisation drive targeting over 32,700 children. Special focus on migrant kids and tourists. Details on booths and dates inside.
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Gov. Patel Seeks Dedicated Cervical Cancer Fund in Union Budget
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel urges the Union government to allocate a dedicated budget for cervical cancer prevention. She reveals Rs 854 crore aid to patients and vaccination drives for 40,000 girls.
Kochi's Major Cattle Vaccination Drive Against FMD, Lumpy Skin
Kochi launches a joint immunization campaign for cattle, targeting 75,413 animals against foot-and-mouth and lumpy skin diseases. 170 squads deployed until Jan 23. Ensure your livestock is protected.
Haveri's First Stray Dog Sterilisation Centre Inaugurated
Haveri CMC opens its first dog sterilisation centre to control strays. Over 1,500 dogs to be captured, sterilised, and released under new ABC programme. Read more.
Pulse Polio Campaign Begins in Chandigarh on Dec 21
Chandigarh's health department launches a 3-day Pulse Polio drive on Dec 21. Over 1,000 teams will administer drops at 471 booths to protect children aged 0-5 years. Read details.
Polio Drive in DK: 1.4 Lakh Kids Targeted on Dec 21
Dakshina Kannada launches a major polio vaccination drive on Dec 21, targeting 1.4 lakh children under five. Door-to-door visits planned for those who miss it. Read details.
Amritsar's Special Vaccination Drive for Vulnerable Groups
Amritsar health authorities launch a targeted vaccination drive for children and pregnant women. Learn about the schedule, vaccines offered, and key health benefits.
Nagpur rescues 4 children from begging in major operation
Nagpur authorities rescue 15 beggars, including 4 exploited children, in Sitabuldi, Lokmat & Panchsheel Chowk. Action taken under Juvenile Justice Act. Report child begging to Helpline 1098.
Assam NGO's HPV Vaccine Drive Reaches 3,000 Women
Pratishruti NGO achieves India's largest non-profit HPV vaccination drive in Assam, targeting cervical cancer prevention. Learn how community efforts are bridging the healthcare gap.
Polio Vaccination in Karnataka on December 21
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces a crucial polio vaccination drive on December 21. Learn about the schedule and the importance of the five-dose OPV regimen for every child.
Flu raises heart attack, stroke risk in first month
New research reveals a lab-confirmed flu infection quadruples heart attack risk and quintuples stroke risk in the 30 days after illness. Learn who is most vulnerable and how vaccination helps.
Lucknow fines 6 dog owners Rs 30k for no licence
Lucknow Municipal Corporation fined six pet owners Rs 30,000 for keeping dogs without a licence in Gomtinagar. One pug was temporarily seized. Learn about the drive's aims and public safety measures.
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.
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.
Immunisation Week Launched in Kapurthala District
Kapurthala launches Immunisation Week to boost child vaccination rates. Officials aim for 100% coverage, focusing on routine and catch-up doses. Learn about the drive's goals.
US May End Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth
A US CDC panel reviews the universal hepatitis B birth dose policy. Experts warn against delay, citing household transmission risks and a 99% drop in infections since 1991. Learn why.
Ludhiana Police Crack Down on Child Marriage, File 200+ Cases
Ludhiana Police Commissioner launches a major awareness and enforcement drive against child marriage, registering over 200 cases. Learn about the initiative and its impact.
Trump lauds CDC panel's hepatitis B vaccine decision
US President Donald Trump praised a CDC panel vote to end its recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Read the details and implications of this major public health shift.
CDC Changes Hepatitis B Vaccine Rule for Newborns
CDC's vaccine panel votes to end universal hepatitis B shot at birth for babies of negative mothers. Parents and doctors to decide case-by-case. Experts warn of risks.
Free HPV Vaccine for Girls in Maharashtra from 2026
Maharashtra's health department will provide free HPV vaccinations to girls aged 9-14 starting January 2026, a major step to prevent cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout plan and its significance.
US Ends Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns
A US vaccine committee scraps the universal hepatitis B birth dose recommendation, a major policy shift. Experts warn this could reverse decades of public health progress. Learn about the virus and new guidelines.
Free HPV Vaccination for Girls in Maharashtra from Jan 2024
Maharashtra's health department announces a statewide free HPV vaccination drive for girls aged 9-14 starting January 2024, aiming to combat cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout and key details.
US Panel Revises Hepatitis B Vaccine Advice for Newborns
A US advisory committee now says not all newborns need immediate Hepatitis B vaccination, a major shift from decades of policy. Explore the new guidelines and their global implications.
Multi-Agency Push for Child Protection in Lucknow
Key Lucknow stakeholders held a major consultation to strengthen child protection, identifying gaps and enhancing coordination for vulnerable children. Learn about the initiatives.
CDC Panel to Vote on Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns
A key CDC advisory panel will vote on making the hepatitis B vaccine universal for all newborns in the US, a crucial step to eliminate mother-to-child transmission. Learn the details and implications.
Gates warns Trump on global health funding cuts
Bill Gates warns President Trump that deep cuts to US global health aid could reverse progress on child mortality. The Gates Foundation report projects millions of additional deaths if funding drops.
Silent Child May Signal Overwhelmed Nervous System: Expert
Neurologist Dr. Bing explains why a quiet child isn't always calm. Learn the signs of a brain in survival mode and how adults can help foster healthy emotional growth.
West Virginia Blocks Religious Vaccine Exemptions After Court Stay
West Virginia schools have reinstated a compulsory vaccine mandate, ending religious exemptions after a state Supreme Court stay. The move impacts hundreds of families and upholds one of the US's strictest school vaccination policies. Read the full story.
Kanpur's December Vaccination Drive for Children Under 5
Kanpur DM launches a month-long 'Vaccination Festival' targeting children who missed routine immunisation. 502 centres open every Wednesday & Saturday. Ensure your child is protected.
West Virginia Supreme Court Reinstates School Vaccine Mandate
West Virginia's Supreme Court halts a lower court ruling, forcing an immediate reinstatement of the state's strict school vaccination policy that bars religious exemptions. The legal battle continues.
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