Anti-Rabies Vaccine Crisis at Satbarwa Health Centre
The Ayushman Arogya Mandir in Satbarwa, Palamu, has no anti-rabies vaccines for 12 days. Dog bite victims are forced to travel 15-27 km for treatment. Authorities promise swift action.
Category : Public Health
Doctor's crusade leads to FSSAI ban on misleading ORS drinks
Hyderabad pediatrician Dr Sivaranjani Santosh's 8-year campaign against sugary drinks falsely marketed as ORS culminates in a landmark FSSAI decision. She urges young doctors to lead with ethics.
Guwahati: 108 Staff Protest Over Recruitment, Patient Safety
Over 3,000 terminated 108 emergency service employees in Assam protest recruitment flaws and patient safety risks as services resume with new staff. Demands include job security and better pay.
Karnataka to Switch to Menstrual Cups from Sanitary Napkins
Karnataka government announces a major shift in menstrual hygiene, replacing sanitary napkins with eco-friendly menstrual cups under its free scheme by 2026. Learn about the plan's details and impact.
Chatra's First MSNCU Launched at Sadar Hospital
Chatra district launches Jharkhand's first Mother Special Newborn Care Unit (MSNCU) at Sadar Hospital. The 11-bed facility promotes zero-separation care for mothers and preterm babies to reduce neonatal mortality. Read more.
Puducherry Orders 100% Drug Testing After Fake Medicine Raid
Puducherry mandates 100% batch testing for all medicines after a major fake drug racket bust. Learn how this move aims to safeguard public health and ensure drug safety.
UK Enforces 9 PM Watershed Ban on Junk Food Advertising
The UK government has implemented a landmark ban on junk food ads before 9 PM on TV and online. This world-leading policy aims to remove billions of calories from children's diets and tackle obesity. Learn about the details and potential impact.
Kochi faces drinking water shortage after tank collapse
Kochi grapples with severe drinking water shortage due to Thammanam storage tank partial collapse and Pazhoor pumphouse repairs. Councillors raise alarm in first council meeting. Read more.
Hubballi Garbage Crisis: Waste Piles Up Despite HDMC Efforts
Hubballi-Dharwad faces a severe garbage crisis as waste piles up in key localities despite HDMC deploying 270+ vehicles. Residents demand urgent action and a cleaner city.
MP Demands Action to Stop Cauvery River Pollution
Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Wadiyar demands immediate steps to halt pollutants entering River Cauvery in Kushalnagar, citing health risks and unfinished projects.
Mangaluru Water Contamination Sparks Health Fears
Residents of Kodialbail ward report sewage contaminating drinking water wells. MLC Ivan D'Souza intervenes, instructs officials for immediate resolution. Read more.
Sukma's 3 Health Centres Earn National NQAS Certification
Three health facilities in Chhattisgarh's insurgency-hit Sukma district achieve National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) certification, marking a historic turnaround for the region's healthcare. Discover the story of transformation.
Haryana's sex ratio at birth rises to 923 after decade-long campaign
Haryana's sex ratio at birth has reached 923 girls per 1000 boys, nearing the national average. A sustained campaign involving strict law enforcement, inter-state raids, and innovative tracking systems drove this turnaround.
HC calls reports on Indore water contamination 'insensitive'
Madhya Pradesh High Court criticizes state's handling of Indore's contaminated water crisis, demands action plan from Chief Secretary. Details on court orders and public health emergency.
CM Patel Directs Action on Gandhinagar Typhoid Outbreak
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel instructs officials to inspect pipelines & expand testing after a typhoid outbreak in Gandhinagar. Over 100 affected, mostly children. Read for details.
Typhoid Myths That Delay Treatment & Fuel Outbreaks
Typhoid fever affects thousands yearly. Debunking myths about symptoms, hygiene, and treatment is crucial for early diagnosis and saving lives. Learn the facts.
Pune Voters Prioritize Clean Air in Civic Polls Agenda
Ahead of Pune's civic elections, citizens demand candidates treat air pollution as an emergency. Residents cite garbage burning, construction dust, and seek ward-wise AQI mapping for accountability.
FDA seizes Rs 31 crore banned tobacco in Pune raid
Maharashtra FDA officials confiscated raw tobacco and hookah products worth Rs 31.67 crore from a Pune unit. This major crackdown follows a similar raid in Thane, enforcing a strict ban on such hazardous substances.
Indore water crisis forces families to flee to villages
Following water contamination deaths in Indore's Bhagirathpura, three families have temporarily returned to their native villages after falling ill. Residents now rely on tankers and expensive packaged water.
CDC changes child vaccine rules: 4 shots now optional
US CDC reclassifies flu, RSV, hepatitis A & COVID-19 vaccines for kids. New 3-tier system gives parents more choice. Learn what this means for Indian families.
3 Varanasi Kids Die After Eating Poisonous Fruit
Tragedy strikes a Varanasi village as three young children die after consuming poisonous oleander (kaner) fruit while playing. Police investigation underway. Read the full details.
IMD: Temperature to fall 2-3°C, dense fog to persist
IMD warns of intensifying cold wave across north, central & east India with temps dropping 2-3°C. Dense fog to disrupt travel. Stay warm and check advisories.
Mass Dog Shelters: A Public Health Risk, Warns Expert
Former AIIMS Head Dr. Chandrakant Pandav warns mass confinement of street dogs amplifies rabies risk. Science-backed vaccination & sterilisation is the proven path for public health safety.
Smoking for 50 Years: US Surgeon's Stark Warning
A US surgeon shares graphic images of a smoker's lungs after 50 years, revealing severe damage. Learn the shocking health risks and why quitting is crucial.
Ghaziabad Society Installs Pigeon Nets to Curb Health Risks
Skytech Magadh Society in Ghaziabad installs pigeon nets, urges ban on public feeding. AOA cites health hazards, property damage, and court rulings. GMC says no policy exists yet.
35 Leprosy Cases Under Treatment in Ernakulam, Kerala
Ernakulam district in Kerala has 35 active leprosy cases, with a significant number among migrants. Health officials launch a detection drive to prevent spread and deformity. Learn the symptoms.
Ghaziabad Society Installs Nets to Stop Pigeon Feeding
Skytech Magadh Society in Ghaziabad installs pigeon nets to curb health hazards from droppings. AOA urges GMC to act against bird feed sellers. Read about the risks of psittacosis.
33 Bitten in Suspected Rabid Dog Attack in Pune's Chakan
A suspected rabid stray dog bit 33 people in Pune's Chakan, causing panic. Victims received anti-rabies vaccines. Officials launch stray dog monitoring drive.
Rural MP Water Labs Show Limited Improvement Since 2019
A 2019 survey exposed critical gaps in MP's rural water testing labs. Despite Jal Jeevan Mission, 2025 data shows persistent weaknesses, raising concerns about underreported contamination risks. Read the full investigation.
Indore's Narmada Pipeline Delay Causes Sewage-Mixed Water
Delayed replacement of ageing Narmada pipelines over 5 municipal tenures led to sewage-mixed water in Bhagirathpura, Indore. Officials promise action under AMRUT 2.0. Read details.
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