PM Modi Launches HPV Vaccine Drive for 14-Year-Old Girls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign targeting 14-year-old girls to combat cervical cancer, marking a major public health initiative.
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PM Modi Launches National HPV Vaccination Drive
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a nationwide HPV vaccination program for girls aged 14, aiming to prevent cervical cancer and strengthen women's health across India.
Boy, 8, Killed by Stray Dogs in Punjab's Kapurthala
A tragic incident in Punjab's Kapurthala district saw an 8-year-old boy mauled to death by a pack of stray dogs, sparking outrage and calls for action on stray animal management.
AMA Supports National HPV Vaccination Campaign
The Ahmedabad Medical Association pledges full support to India's HPV vaccination campaign launched by PM Modi, aiming to prevent cervical cancer through vaccination and awareness.
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Boy, 8, Killed by Stray Dogs in Sultanpur Lodhi Village
An 8-year-old boy from a migrant family was attacked and killed by a pack of stray dogs in Gillan village near Sultanpur Lodhi. This marks the second fatal dog attack in the area within a week, raising serious concerns about public safety.
Karnataka Action Plans for Dog and Snake Bite Victims
Karnataka has declared rabies and snakebites as notifiable diseases, mandating systematic reporting and treatment protocols to enhance public health safety.
Health Issues Found in Half of Bengaluru's 699 Pourakarmikas
A health screening initiative in Bengaluru identified medical conditions in nearly 50% of 699 pourakarmikas, highlighting critical occupational health risks for sanitation workers.
Abu Dhabi Bans Outdoor Junk Food Ads in Public Health Push
Abu Dhabi has launched a comprehensive ban on outdoor advertising for unhealthy food and beverages as part of its Healthy Living programme. The policy targets products high in calories, fat, sodium, or sugar to combat obesity and diet-related diseases.
MCG Warns Gurgaon Hospitals on Biomedical Waste Disposal
Gurgaon's Municipal Corporation has issued a strict warning to hospitals and clinics regarding improper biomedical waste disposal, citing serious public health and environmental risks.
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1 in 3 Karnataka Adults Has Metabolic Syndrome: Study
A new study reveals that every third adult in Karnataka is affected by metabolic syndrome, with doctors in Bengaluru warning of severe public health and economic consequences.
Punjab's Leprosy Fight: 8 Districts Achieve Transmission Interruption
Punjab aims to interrupt leprosy transmission at district level by 2027, but only 8 of 23 districts have achieved this status so far. The state currently has 352 active cases, including child cases and Grade 2 disabilities, highlighting ongoing challenges
Nagpur Air Quality Crisis: PM2.5 Levels Hit 'Very Poor'
Nagpur faces a severe air pollution crisis with PM2.5 levels consistently reaching 'poor' to 'very poor' categories across key monitoring stations. Data from February 21-27 shows alarming readings, raising urgent public health concerns.
Karnataka Launches First State Snakebite Action Plan in India
Karnataka has become the first Indian state to launch a state action plan for snakebite envenoming, expanding focus beyond the 'big four' snakes and addressing venom variations and antivenom efficacy.
Thane's Rabies Free Campaign Targets 25,000 Stray Dogs After Child Death
Thane Municipal Corporation launches a major rabies vaccination campaign after a six-year-old's death, aiming to immunize 25,000 stray dogs with orange reflector belts for identification.
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Jaundice Outbreak in Ferozepur Village Kills Teen Girl
A severe jaundice outbreak has struck a village in Punjab's Ferozepur district, resulting in the tragic death of a 13-year-old girl and raising urgent public health concerns.
AP Free HPV Vaccination for 3.45 Lakh Girls Begins
Andhra Pradesh government rolls out free HPV vaccination for 3.45 lakh girls aged 14 to combat cervical cancer, with Rs 14.11 crore allocated and digital tracking via U-WIN platform.
Bihar Tightens SNCU Security After Newborn Thefts
Bihar's health department mandates stricter entry rules for Special Newborn Care Units, including visitor cards and CCTV surveillance, following multiple infant theft incidents in government hospitals.
E. Coli Found in Srikakulam Water, Diarrhea Outbreak Spreads
Health officials confirm E. coli bacteria in Srikakulam's municipal water supply, causing a diarrhea outbreak with 150 cases and one death. Contamination linked to illegal connections and sewage mixing.
Jharkhand to Set Up Biomedical Waste Plants, Hire Medical Officers
Health Minister Irfan Ansari announced plans for micro biomedical waste treatment plants in district hospitals and medical colleges, with 370 medical officer appointments underway, amid heated assembly debates on healthcare issues.
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Assam TB Cases Increase with Improved Testing, Officials Optimistic
Tuberculosis cases in Assam have steadily increased over four years, attributed to expanded testing efforts. Health officials view this as a positive step toward eradication, with plans to boost annual tests to 3,000-4,000 per lakh population.
Nutrela Serves 1 Lakh Protein Meals to Delhi-NCR Children
On National Protein Day, Nutrela's #NutrelaGivesBack campaign distributed protein-rich meals to approximately one lakh children across 52 slum clusters in Delhi-NCR, highlighting India's ongoing protein deficiency challenge.
PM Modi Launches National HPV Vaccination Drive from Ajmer
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign from Ajmer on February 28, 2026. The government has pre-supplied adequate vaccine doses to all states and trained staff for seamless implementation.
UP Filariasis Campaign Review: Focus on 100% Coverage
National Health Mission director Dr Pinky Jowel reviewed the filariasis elimination campaign in Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing mass drug administration must reach every beneficiary. The campaign runs from Feb 10-28 across 21 districts.
Indore Vaccination Tragedy: Toddler Dies, Another Critical
A routine vaccination drive in Nayakheda village, Indore, turned tragic as a 10-month-old boy died and a 1.5-year-old fell critically ill post-immunization. Authorities have sealed the vaccine vial and launched investigations amid allegations of negligenc
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HPV Vaccination Drive for 10,000 Girls in Gurgaon
Haryana initiates a three-month HPV vaccination campaign targeting 10,000 adolescent girls in Gurgaon to combat cervical cancer, with free and voluntary doses recorded digitally.
Cervical Cancer Awareness Session Held in Schools
An awareness session on cervical cancer was organized in schools to educate students about prevention, symptoms, and the importance of HPV vaccination for women's health.
Kolkata Complex Turns to JU Experts for Water Solution
Residents of Shukhobrishti in New Town protest as coliform contamination persists despite cleaning efforts. Complex authorities consult Jadavpur University for holistic solution.
Surat Food Safety: 6 Samples Fail Quality Tests
Surat Municipal Corporation's health lab finds wheat flour and milk samples substandard in recent inspections. Violations include excess acidity and low fat content, prompting intensified food safety checks across the city.
Kovind Urges National Focus on Suicide Prevention
Former President Ram Nath Kovind emphasizes compassion and early intervention as national priorities for suicide prevention, citing alarming NCRB data on rising student suicides.
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Delhi Intensifies Holi Food Safety Checks Against Adulteration
Food safety teams in Delhi are conducting rigorous inspections of festive treats like gujiyas and namkeen ahead of Holi, following FSSAI's nationwide anti-adulteration drive to ensure quality standards.
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