Category : Diseases


Telangana's High Food Poisoning Deaths Expose Safety Gaps

Telangana accounted for nearly one in six food poisoning deaths nationwide in 2023, with 108 fatalities. Experts cite poor hygiene, mass cooking practices, and delayed treatment as key factors driving this public health crisis.

Farm Worker Killed in Honey Bee Attack in Jalgaon

A 38-year-old farm worker named Ganesh Patil was tragically killed after being attacked by aggressive honey bees while working on a farm in Nimgaon village, Jalgaon. He was declared dead at the hospital.

Nashik to Offer Free Meals for Patients in Civic Hospitals

Nashik Municipal Corporation plans to introduce a free, standardized food service for patients across its five major civic hospitals, aiming to enhance care and reduce family burdens. The initiative is expected to launch in the next financial year.

Baby Born in Mumbai Airport Ambulance During Transit

A Tanzanian passenger gave birth to a baby girl in an ambulance at Mumbai airport after going into labor while in transit. Medical teams responded swiftly, ensuring mother and child reached hospital safely and are stable.

Dr. Oz Calls Alcohol 'Social Lubricant,' Experts Worry

Dr. Oz's recent comments describing alcohol as a 'social lubricant' have sparked concern among health experts, who warn about potential normalization of drinking. A study divided participants into groups receiving vodka cocktails, placebos, or no alcohol.

CGHS Doctor Shortage: Delhi Has 216 Vacant GDMO Posts

The Central Government Health Scheme is struggling with significant doctor vacancies nationwide. Delhi alone reports 216 unfilled General Duty Medical Officer positions, with regional disparities across major cities.

Kerala Family's Organ Donation Saves Five Lives

In Thiruvananthapuram, the family of S Vijayakumari donated her organs after she was declared brain dead, giving life to five individuals through liver, kidney, and cornea transplants.

High AMR E. Coli Found in Kerala Chicken, Cook Well

A study by Kerala Veterinary University reveals 54.17% prevalence of antimicrobial-resistant E. coli in retail chicken samples from six districts, with 49.28% showing multidrug resistance. Researchers advise thorough cooking and cleaning to prevent foodbo

India Centralizes Testing for 42 Veterinary Vaccines

India plans to centralize testing and quality control of 42 essential veterinary vaccines at a single national laboratory, replacing fragmented self-certification and state-level systems. The move aims to standardize safety and efficacy standards across t

Pune Farmer's Family Saves Four Lives via Organ Donation

A 60-year-old farmer from Purandar gave a new lease of life to four people after her family consented to organ donation when she was declared brain-dead following a road accident. The organs were harvested at Noble Hospitals and Research Centre in Pune.

RSS Pracharak's Transplant Fuels Organ Donation Drive

Dileep Deshmukh, a 65-year-old RSS pracharak and liver transplant recipient, has sensitized 15 lakh people across India about organ donation, bridging religious divides and addressing critical gaps in awareness.

AMD: India's Silent Vision Threat

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) affects millions in India, yet low awareness and late diagnosis pose major public health risks. Experts urge regular eye checks and lifestyle changes to combat this growing issue.

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