Odisha CKD Crisis: 7,000 Cases in 2 Districts Need Study
Sambalpur and Cuttack districts report 7,000 CKD cases in 3 years, but lack government studies to identify causes like heavy metals in water.
Sambalpur and Cuttack districts report 7,000 CKD cases in 3 years, but lack government studies to identify causes like heavy metals in water.
A 10-year-old boy in Etah district carried his mother's body alone for post-mortem after she died of TB and HIV. The child sat with the corpse for hours before police intervened.
A 20-year-old newly married woman from Amroha died at AIIMS Delhi from a severe pancreatic infection. This marks the third death in the district linked to fast food consumption within a month.
Doctors in Pune report poor acceptance of HPV vaccines despite alarming rise in cervical cancer cases. Experts urge awareness and early vaccination for prevention.
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RecommendedA Pune marathon runner survived cardiac arrest thanks to a fellow participant's CPR skills learned just one week earlier, spotlighting India's critical need for emergency response training.
Madhya Pradesh government told the High Court it paid Rs 2 lakh each to families of 21 people in Indore's Bhagirathpura area. The state admitted 51 tube wells were contaminated and outlined new safety measures.
Major hospitals in Ranchi report a sharp rise in brain stroke cases during the cold wave. Neurologists link the surge to cold-induced hypertension and blood vessel constriction.
Private hospitals in Kolkata are sending Nipah suspect samples to designated labs without waiting for official directives, fearing delays in treatment and potential community spread.
Barasat Hospital in Kolkata continues regular operations while treating two Nipah-infected nurses, with 70 healthcare workers in home isolation and emergency cases prioritized.
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RecommendedHealth officials visited a Barasat home to investigate if a woman who died in December was Kolkata's first Nipah case. She consumed date palm sap, a known virus carrier.
Samples from two patients and nearly 40 contacts test negative for Nipah in Kolkata. The male nurse is off ventilator, female nurse responding to treatment.
A health screening in Mysuru found 7% of schoolchildren suffer from hypertension. Officials blame junk food and sedentary lifestyles, with boys more affected than girls.
Residents of Alpha-2 in Greater Noida report sickness from contaminated water, marking the second such incident in a week. Authorities are investigating the source.
A neurologist with 16 years of experience highlights the increased risk of strokes during winter, urging people to look beyond flu season for health threats.
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RecommendedDr. Randeep Guleria highlights the importance of flu shots for residents in polluted cities, linking air pollution to increased respiratory risks and flu complications.
Andre Yarham, diagnosed with rare frontotemporal dementia at 22, passed away after rapid decline. His family hopes brain donation will aid medical research and awareness.
Alipore Zoo intensifies cleaning with twice-daily sprays on enclosures and pathways. Officials confirm visitor footfall remains strong despite Nipah virus concerns in West Bengal.
A recent conclave highlights alarming evidence linking toxic air pollution in India to increased risks of miscarriage and birth complications, urging urgent action.
A doctor at the Pollution Ka Solution Conclave warns that newborns in polluted cities are effectively 'smoking' from birth due to toxic air, urging immediate action.
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RecommendedRecent outbreaks in Indore and Gandhinagar highlight failures in converting data into actionable intelligence. Experts call for an AI-augmented surveillance system.
Uttarayan celebrations in central Gujarat turned deadly with four fatalities and over 150 injuries from kite strings and accidents. Vadodara's SSG Hospital faced overwhelming emergency cases.
Glaucoma causes irreversible blindness without symptoms. Experts explain why regular eye checkups are crucial to detect this silent disease early and prevent vision loss.
A US Senate hearing turned tense as Senator Josh Hawley pressed a doctor on whether men can get pregnant, leading to a heated exchange about biology and politics.
The Indian Army has initiated doorstep delivery of medicines to retired personnel in the Southern Command. This service addresses unavailability at ECHS polyclinics and will expand nationwide.
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RecommendedMore than 50 devotees fell sick after consuming religious offering at Ayali Khurd gurdwara during Maghi celebrations. Health officials suspect food poisoning from sweets.
A 42-year-old man's switch to Diet Coke for blood sugar control led to daily debilitating headaches. Doctors identified aspartame sensitivity as the hidden trigger.
More than 50 residents in Greater Noida's Alpha 2 sector report stomach disorders after black, foul-smelling water flows through taps for a week. Health camp treats 64 patients as authorities scramble to fix aging pipelines.
Two close contacts of a Nipah-infected nurse develop mild symptoms, admitted to Kolkata's Infectious Diseases Hospital for monitoring. Samples sent for testing.
Noida and surrounding areas continue to suffer from 'very poor' air quality with AQI above 300. Visibility dropped below 200 meters in morning fog. Conditions expected to persist until January 23.
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RecommendedDoctors explain why urinary tract infections spike among women during winter, highlighting anatomy, hygiene, and lifestyle factors that increase susceptibility.