Category : Public Health


Telangana's Typhoid Deaths: 202 in 2023, 2nd Highest in India

Telangana recorded 202 typhoid and paratyphoid deaths in 2023, accounting for 19% of India's total. Experts cite unsafe water, poor sanitation, and delayed treatment as key factors driving the state's disproportionately high mortality rate.

Bihar Dog Bite Epidemic: 776 Daily Cases

Bihar Economic Survey reveals alarming dog bite crisis with 2.83 lakh incidents in FY 2024-25. Patna district reports highest cases, highlighting urgent public health concern.

Ranchi Wards Face Sanitation, Water Woes

Residents of Ward 32 and 33 in Ranchi confront severe sanitation issues with piled-up garbage and acute drinking water shortage, highlighting municipal failures.

Chennai Sewage Crisis: Santhome Residents Suffer for Months

Residents near Lazarus Church Road in Chennai's Santhome endure stagnant sewage for over a month, causing stench and health concerns. Despite complaints, authorities offer only temporary fixes as locals report fever spikes and mosquito infestations.

Imran Ali's 20-Year Anti-Tobacco Crusade in Odisha

Mohammad Imran Ali, a Bhubaneswar-based social worker, has dedicated nearly 20 years to substance abuse prevention, anti-tobacco campaigns, and community outreach across Odisha, achieving significant recognition.

Nipah Virus in India: Symptoms, Risks, Prevention

India faces renewed Nipah virus concerns with recent cases highlighting symptoms like fever and encephalitis, long-term neurological risks, and crucial prevention through hygiene and avoiding bats.

WHO: 188 Million Children Worldwide Are Obese

The World Health Organization reveals 188 million children and adolescents globally are obese, with 390 million overweight. Unhealthy diets and aggressive marketing fuel this public health crisis.

UP Deputy CM Pathak: Tobacco is a 'Curse for Humanity'

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak declared tobacco consumption a 'curse for humanity' at the 7th National Tobacco Control Conference in AIIMS Rae Bareli, highlighting India's 13 lakh annual tobacco-related deaths.

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