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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.

Women in Public Sphere: The Unending Trial

An analysis of how women, from Kristin Cabot to small-town India, face public scrutiny and harassment. Explore the societal voyeurism that demands a daily price. Read more.

Pollution Policy Fails Disabled Citizens in India

Disabled individuals face severe health risks as pollution policies overlook their essential need for outdoor mobility. Medical visits and errands can't wait, forcing exposure to toxic air. Read more on this critical oversight.

DH Speak Out Panel Debates Key Issues on Dec 23, 2025

Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' panel on December 23, 2025, tackled crucial topics including the Karnataka government's new policy, the impact of the NEP, and the future of Indian sports. Read the full discussion.

Butternut Squash: A Winter Superfood for Health

Discover the powerful health benefits of butternut squash, a versatile winter vegetable. Learn how it boosts eye health, aids digestion, protects the heart, and more. Start adding it to your diet today!

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.

2,000+ Get Free Checkups at CM Health Fair

Chief Minister Health Fair provided free checkups, medicines & specialist consultations to thousands across urban & rural primary health centres. Learn about the key health initiatives.

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.

Varanasi Secures 3rd Spot in UP Health Rankings

Varanasi achieves 71% score, ranking 3rd in Uttar Pradesh's health dashboard for October. CMO highlights performance on 16 key health indicators. Discover the top-performing blocks.

India's Health Spending Among World's Lowest: Oxfam

Oxfam's 2020 report reveals India allocated only 4% of its budget to health, ranking 155th globally. This critical underfunding left the nation vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the full analysis.

Free Health Camp Serves 200+ in Chandigarh

A free health camp organized in Chandigarh provided comprehensive medical services to over 200 residents. Get details about this community healthcare initiative.

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