Delhi government plans to notify human rabies under the Epidemic Diseases Act to eliminate dog-mediated rabies deaths. The move mandates case reporting from all health facilities to boost surveillance and response.
Animal rights activists in Chennai held silent protests demanding a Supreme Court stay on the mass removal of stray dogs before the Jan 7 deadline. They advocate for scientific ABC-ARV programs.
Discover why mice are indispensable for medical research, from developing cancer drugs to creating COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about their genetic similarities to humans and ethical research standards.
Kerala faces its worst Hepatitis A outbreak with 31,536 cases and 82 deaths by Dec 30, 2025. Experts blame water safety failures and warn of a dangerous shift to older patients. Learn symptoms and prevention.
WHO reports a woman dies from cervical cancer every 120 seconds. Learn about the preventable disease, its link to HPV, warning signs, and the global strategy to eliminate it by 2030.
Ludhiana's dog bite cases reached a six-year high of 13,728 in 2025, with Khanna seeing a 29% surge. Doctors stockpile vaccines as residents demand municipal action on the stray dog menace.
Bhagalpur health officials launch a campaign to administer the single-dose Gardasil HPV vaccine to schoolgirls, aiming to prevent cervical cancer. Nearly 20,000 girls already vaccinated.
EAM S. Jaishankar lauds India's 'Vaccine Maitri' initiative, highlighting its profound global emotional impact and role in strengthening international partnerships during the pandemic.
Stanford scientists identify the immune mechanism behind rare myocarditis post mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, primarily in young males. A soy compound shows promise in preventing it. Read the details.
A 44-year-old woman from Sandirya village in Ajmer died after not taking the anti-rabies vaccine following a stray dog bite last month. Health officials urge immediate vaccination.
National Medical Commission directs all medical colleges to maintain mandatory stock of ARV and RIG. This follows Supreme Court orders for timely treatment of dog-bite victims. Read the full story.
Supreme Court stays its own order on Aravalli definition, DAC clears major defence procurements, and nations flag Indian rabies vaccine. Essential insights for UPSC aspirants on environment, defence, and health.
Over 250 residents in Bareilly's Pipraul village queue for anti-rabies vaccines amid fears of transmission through 'raita'. Health officials counsel villagers as experts clarify transmission risks.
US, UK, and Australia issue health alerts on fake Indian rabies vaccine Abhayrab. India's manufacturer rejects quality failure claims, stressing only one batch was counterfeit. Public health trust is at stake.
Nearly 200 villagers in Budaun received anti-rabies vaccines after consuming raita made from the milk of a buffalo that later died of rabies. Health officials act swiftly to prevent outbreak.
Panic grips Pipraul village in UP's Badaun after a buffalo, bitten by a stray dog, dies. Over 200 villagers who consumed its milk in raita rush for anti-rabies vaccines. Health officials urge calm.
Nearly 200 villagers in Budaun's Piprauli received anti-rabies vaccines as a precaution after consuming raita made from milk of a buffalo that later died of suspected rabies. Health officials confirm situation is normal.
Australia flags a counterfeit anti-rabies vaccine batch in India. Manufacturer Indian Immunologicals Limited says the batch is withdrawn, warning against unnecessary panic. Details inside.
Australia advises travellers vaccinated with Abhayrab in India to restart their rabies shots due to counterfeit batches. The manufacturer, IIL, calls it an isolated incident. Read the full details.
Australia warns of counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccine in India since Nov 2023. Indian Immunologicals Limited refutes, citing action on one batch in Jan 2024. Check your vaccine status.
New York reports highest weekly flu cases since 2004. Hospitalisations jump 63%. Health officials urge vaccination as new variant spreads. Protect yourself now.
Udgir in Latur district reports 22 stray dog bite cases since December 23, sparking panic. Civic body intensifies ABC program and dog van drives. Read more.
Udgir taluka in Latur reports 22 stray dog bites since Dec 23. Authorities ramp up Animal Birth Control and anti-rabies vaccinations. Read about the civic response and resident concerns.
14-year-old Max Hall's persistent headaches were dismissed as teenage migraines for over a year. A seizure revealed a terminal, inoperable brain tumour. His family now aims to raise ₹2.5 crore for vaccine therapy in Germany.
Karnataka's new vaccine for Kyasanur Forest Disease (monkey fever) is delayed by a year. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao says ICMR trials ongoing, new lab in Sirsi to boost testing.
Health experts warn of a significant seasonal flu surge this holiday season. Learn key prevention tips from CDC and WHO, including vaccination and hygiene, to protect your family.
Early human trial for a Nipah virus vaccine shows strong immune response and safety. A major step in combating deadly outbreaks in India and beyond. Read the full study details.
Everfast Freight Forwarders launches a major cold chain expansion in India, enhancing storage for medicines and vaccines. Discover how this investment supports healthcare logistics.
A novel Nipah virus vaccine proves safe and stimulates immune response in its first human clinical trial, marking a milestone in the fight against the deadly pathogen. Read the full details.
Karnataka launches a statewide polio vaccination campaign, aiming to protect over 62 lakh children. The drive utilizes health centres, schools, and anganwadis. Read more.