Woman Hospitalized After Swallowing Fish Gallbladder
A 50-year-old woman in China suffered acute liver failure after swallowing a raw fish gallbladder to treat her headache. Doctors warn the organ is more toxic than arsenic.
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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.
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.
Contaminated Water in Indore Kills Woman, Daughter Saved by Bottle
A 74-year-old woman in Indore died from acute diarrhoea after drinking contaminated water. Her daughter, who carried packaged water, was saved. The incident highlights India's water safety crisis.
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.
How to Talk to Teens About Failure: 7 Sensitive Tips
Discover 7 thoughtful strategies for parents to discuss failure with teenagers sensitively. Learn to listen, share, and encourage without being dismissive.
Silence Fuels Karbi Anglong Fire: A Communication Failure
An analysis of how a lack of government communication escalated tensions in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. Read to understand the critical role of dialogue in governance.
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
POHA Policy: Performance Over Human Accountability
Srinath Sridharan critiques India's 'POHA' culture, where civic failures causing death are tolerated if they don't affect personal comfort. Read his stark analysis.
Understanding Kakorrhaphiophobia: The Fear of Failure
Discover Kakorrhaphiophobia, the extreme fear of failure. Learn its Greek origin, meaning, and how this common but unspoken fear impacts ambition and growth in India. Take the first step to overcome it.
Nagpur's Smart City Kiosks Abandoned, ₹500 Cr Project Fails
Smart kiosks in Nagpur, part of a ₹500 crore project, stand abandoned and non-functional. Once digital guides, they are now symbols of neglect. Read about the failed promises and wasted public money.
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.
Jeremiah Raber Hospitalized with Liver Failure, Blood Sugar 993
Reality TV star Jeremiah Raber faces a life-threatening medical emergency. Learn about diabetic ketoacidosis, acute liver failure causes, and warning signs. Protect your liver health.
Indore's Water Contamination Sparks Health, Financial Crisis
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura face illness and financial strain due to contaminated tap water. In India's cleanest city, the crisis reveals a bitter irony. Read more.
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: Civic Failure Exposed
A massive health crisis unfolds in Indore as contaminated water leads to deaths and over 66,000 screenings. Read about the systemic failures and the government's response.
Indore water contamination deaths expose civic collapse
Indore's water contamination crisis claims 8 lives, strains health system. Over 66,000 screened as sewage leak into pipes triggers a deluge of patients. Read the full investigation.
Dark Brown Urine: Doctor Explains Kidney & Liver Symptoms
A Quora user's panic about coffee-coloured urine prompts expert advice. Dr Nishchay Bhanuprakash details symptoms of kidney & liver issues and when to seek emergency care.
Delhi's Toxic Air: Weak Policy, Rising Pollution
Delhi's air pollution crisis deepens as ineffective short-term measures and policy denial become the norm. Read about the alarming new reality and its consequences.
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.
Indore: 7 Dead, 160+ Ill From Contaminated Water Supply
A shocking probe in Indore reveals a toilet built directly above a main water line caused contamination, killing 7 and hospitalizing over 160. Read the full investigation.
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.
Understanding Respiratory Failure: Types & Treatments
Learn about Type I & II respiratory failure, their causes like pneumonia & COPD, symptoms, and advanced treatments including ventilators & ECMO. Expert insights from a Bengaluru pulmonologist.
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.
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