Mumbai Family Deaths: Watermelon Samples Tested, Results Due Wednesday
FDA tests watermelon and other food samples from the Dodakia family home after four died. Results expected Wednesday, but forensic reports may take months.
Category : Diseases
Cataract Surgery Infections Lead to Hospital Suspension
Health authorities in Chandrapur suspended Christanand Hospital's registration and sealed its OT after post-cataract infections caused vision loss in three patients, revealing serious violations.
Chandigarh Food Dept Randomly Samples Watermelons After Deaths
Following deaths in Mumbai linked to watermelon, Chandigarh's food health department initiates random sampling. Experts highlight challenges in proving contamination causes illness due to lack of coordination and lab limitations.
Kerala Milk Consumption Low Compared to South Indian States
Despite a proposed price hike by Milma, Kerala's per capita milk consumption remains low compared to Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Telangana, with lifestyle factors and diet playing key roles.
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Coimbatore Heatwave: Real Feel Exceeds Recorded Temperatures
Coimbatore faces intense heat with 'real feel' 3-4°C higher than recorded temps. El Niño, lack of rain, and humidity worsen conditions. Hospital opens heat stroke ward.
Kerala Records 29 Snakebite Calls in One Day Amid Summer Heat
Kerala's emergency response system handled 29 snakebite calls in one day, with Kozhikode and Thiruvananthapuram reporting the highest cases. Officials note a seasonal pattern as temperatures rise.
Jammu MC Installs Boom Barriers to Curb Stream Pollution
Jammu Municipal Corporation installs boom barriers at key points to prevent waste from entering streams, aiming to reduce pollution and protect water bodies.
Telephone Counselling for Drug Addiction Rises in Ernakulam
Telephone counselling for drug addiction in Ernakulam sees 200% rise in 2025. Vimukthi centres report 2,096 beneficiaries, with 416 opting for phone sessions.
Man finds lizard in paneer tikka roll in Bengaluru
A 32-year-old man in Bengaluru claimed to have found a lizard in a paneer tikka roll from a bakery, leading to his hospitalisation. Police are investigating the case.
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Bengaluru Heatwave: Workers Struggle Without Water, Toilets, Rest
As Bengaluru swelters under extreme heat, delivery agents, ASHA workers, and waste collectors share their grueling conditions—long hours, no water, no toilets, and no breaks.
Fertiliser Awareness Camp in Tarn Taran
A fertiliser awareness camp in Tarn Taran educated farmers on balanced fertiliser use, soil health, and government schemes to boost crop yields sustainably.
Gendered Sanitation Crisis in Delhi: Exclusion and Inequality
Delhi's sanitation infrastructure fails to address gender-specific needs, perpetuating exclusion and inequality. The article highlights the urgent need for inclusive urban planning.
Prayagraj Temperature Drops 3 Degrees, Heatwave Relief with Humidity Rise
After a week of extreme heat, Prayagraj's temperature dropped over 3 degrees on Tuesday, offering partial relief as humidity rose, causing discomfort. IMD forecasts rain on April 29.
Water Pots Distributed for Birds and Animals in Kanpur
In Kanpur, volunteers distributed water pots to help birds and animals beat the summer heat, ensuring they have access to clean drinking water.
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Sambalpur Zoo Protects Animals from Extreme Heat
Sambalpur Zoo in Odisha implements cooling measures including thatch enclosures, water sprinkling, and dietary changes to protect animals from temperatures above 42°C.
Second Drug Overdose Death in Bathinda in a Week
A 39-year-old daily wager died of alleged drug overdose in Bathinda, the second such death in a week. Police arrested a man on charges of culpable homicide.
Punjab Farm Fire Data Portal Down After Record Cases
Punjab's farm fire data portal was down a day after the state recorded its highest single-day count of 225 cases this season. Three FIRs were filed, and environmental compensation imposed.
AIIMS Patna Finds Brain Centre in Heat Stroke Deaths
AIIMS Patna researchers have identified the anterior hypothalamus as a key brain centre damaged in heat stroke deaths, providing definitive forensic evidence for diagnosis and aiding compensation claims.
NEET aspirant dies by suicide in Patna hostel
An 18-year-old NEET aspirant died by suicide in a Patna hostel. A suicide note indicated depression. Police have seized a chemical, suicide note, and phone for investigation.
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Hubballi Blood Centres Face Summer Shortage Amid Heatwave
Extreme heat in Hubballi has sharply reduced blood donations, causing shortages that delay treatments and strain hospital supplies. Officials urge donors to come forward.
Belagavi Faces Drinking Water Crisis as Reservoir Levels Drop
Belagavi is facing a severe drinking water crisis as water levels in Rakaskop and Hidkal reservoirs drop sharply due to intense heat and evaporation, threatening supply for 7 lakh residents.
Meghalaya Panel Probes Rabies Admission Denial
Meghalaya government has formed a four-member committee to investigate the alleged refusal of admission to a child suspected of having rabies at Tura Civil Hospital in West Garo Hills.
Kidney Disease: Major Health Concern in Karnataka
Dr Mohammed Shahid Ali warns that kidney disease is now a major public health issue in Karnataka, driven by lifestyle changes, diabetes, hypertension, and environmental factors.
AP Fuel Crisis Hits Mango Exports and Aquaculture
Andhra Pradesh's petrol and diesel shortage severely impacts agriculture, with mango exports delayed and shrimp farms at risk. District administrations intervene to prioritize fuel supply for farmers.
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AIIMS Raipur Oral Health Programme for Special Needs Kids
AIIMS Raipur launches targeted oral healthcare for children with special needs after study shows 93% need dental intervention. Programme includes preventive care, caregiver training.
Farmer dies in stubble fire in Uttarakhand
A 45-year-old farmer in Udham Singh Nagar died after being trapped in a fire while trying to extinguish burning wheat stubble. He suffered severe burns and was declared dead at a hospital. Police are investigating the cause.
Koderma Court Sentences Five in Brown Sugar Case
A Koderma court sentenced five to prison for brown sugar possession and sale under NDPS Act. Two got 2 years, three got 6 months with fines.
Odisha Watermelon Deaths: Lab Tests Ordered, Suicide Angle Probed
Investigation into deaths after eating watermelon in Odisha continues as food samples are sent to lab. Suicide angle also being explored.
IGMC Nursing Officers Trained in Pain Mgmt, Palliative Care
IGMC nursing officers undergo specialized training in pain management and palliative care to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
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Persistent Heartburn? Doctor Reveals Two Hidden Causes
Struggling with heartburn despite antacids? A Harvard-trained gastroenterologist reveals two overlooked causes: lactose intolerance and H. pylori infection.
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