Study: Telangana Men Die 6.5 Years Earlier Than Women
A new study reveals a 6.5-year lifespan gap in Telangana, with men at 67 years. Experts urge focus on health of men aged 45-60 to bridge the inequality. Read more.
Category : Public Health
2025's Health Patterns: Key Lessons for 2026 Preparedness
2025 showed health threats are patterns, not rare events. Learn key lessons from dengue, flu, measles & antibiotic resistance to build a safer 2026. Read for actionable steps.
Ludhiana COPD Crisis: Cases Double Due to Toxic Smog
Severe respiratory distress cases surge 100% in Ludhiana hospitals. Doctors blame toxic fumes from illegal waste burning and cold weather. Read the full report and health advisory.
Punjab's Rs 10 Lakh Health Insurance for 65 Lakh Families
Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojana will offer Rs 10 lakh health cover per family to 65 lakh households from early next year. Learn about the expanded benefits and coverage.
Puducherry LG Recommends CBI, NIA Probe in Fake Drug Case
Puducherry Lieutenant Governor recommends CBI & NIA probe into a massive interstate spurious drug network. Public urged to report illegal sales. Details inside.
Chennai AQI in 'Poor' Zone, Hits 239 in Kodungaiyur
Chennai's air quality deteriorates to 'poor' levels at night. Experts blame weak winds & mist. AQI crossed 200 in Kodungaiyur, Arumbakkam, Perungudi. Stay informed for your morning walks.
Noida Residents Suffocate as Garbage Burning Turns Air Toxic
Noida residents face a severe health crisis due to rampant garbage burning. Citizens demand immediate government action to stop the toxic smoke choking the city. Read more.
26 Firms Face Action in Delhi Drug Dept Mehrauli Raid
Delhi's Drug Control Department conducted a major raid in Mehrauli, taking action against 26 firms for violations. Read about the crackdown on illegal drug trade.
Two Elderly Sisters Found Dead in Kolkata Home
Bodies of two sisters found in Sodepur house. Police suspect death due to severe malnutrition amid financial crisis. Neighbours reveal they refused help. Read the full report.
Ahmedabad's Dec Disease Data: Dengue, Typhoid Cases Rise
Ahmedabad's health department reveals December disease data: 45 dengue, 172 gastroenteritis cases. Water quality tests show contamination risks. Read the full report.
Punjab's Rs 10 Lakh Health Insurance for 65 Lakh Families
Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojana to offer Rs 10 lakh health cover per family, expanding to 65 lakh households from early next year. A major boost for public health.
Man dies after quack's injections in Chatra's Chiloi village
A 45-year-old man in Chatra died allegedly after being treated by a quack. The accused ran a clinic from a rented house. Authorities have promised a probe. Read the full story.
Areca Nut: A Major Risk Factor for Oral Cancer
Millions chew areca nut, unaware it's a Group 1 carcinogen. Learn how this traditional habit causes irreversible damage and significantly raises oral cancer risk.
Afghan Health Minister Visits India for Talks, WHO Summit
Afghanistan's Public Health Minister Qalandar Ebad held key talks on healthcare cooperation in India and attended the WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in Gandhinagar.
3-Year-Old Killed by Stray Wolf in Bahraich Village
A 3-year-old boy was dragged from his home and killed by a stray wolf in Bahraich's Rasulpur village. This marks the 13th fatal wolf attack in the district since September. Read about the incident and the ongoing crisis.
Bihar to admit moderately malnourished kids to rehab centres
Bihar's health minister announces a key policy shift: children with moderate acute malnutrition and medical issues will now receive care at Nutrition Rehabilitation Centres, aiming to prevent severe malnutrition and reduce child mortality.
Chhattisgarh FDA Seizes Adulterated Paneer Worth ₹14.6 Lakh
Chhattisgarh's FDA launches a major drive against food adulteration, seizing contaminated paneer and sweets. Details on raids, destroyed stock, and mobile testing labs inside.
Punjab 108 ambulance staff protest, demand rights
108 ambulance staff in Punjab protest for salary hike, 8-hour shifts & insurance. They warn of service disruption if demands are ignored. Details on their 8-point charter inside.
H3N2 Subclade K Super Flu Surge: Key Symptoms Explained
A super flu, H3N2 Subclade K, disrupts holidays in Northern Hemisphere. Know its symptoms, duration, and high-risk groups. Stay informed and prepared this season.
AI-Powered TB Screening Camp Held in Chandigarh's Golf Range
A health camp under TB Mukt Bharat initiative screened golf range staff with AI-enabled X-ray & CBNAAT tests. 55 chest X-rays done, also checked for hypertension & diabetes.
Sindh Rabies Programme Hits Financial Roadblock
A crucial rabies prevention programme in Pakistan's Sindh province faces collapse due to a funding shortfall, putting thousands at risk. Learn about the crisis and its public health implications.
AIIMS Doctor's Warning: Don't Rush for Antibiotics
An AIIMS Delhi doctor explains why most sore throats are viral, not bacterial, and why gargling is a safer first step than antibiotics to avoid resistance.
ISWAI's 'I Pledge' Campaign Targets Drunk Driving in India
The International Spirits & Wines Association of India launches a nationwide movement, urging citizens to pledge against drunk driving. Join the commitment for safer roads.
Delhi pollution drives up sales of eye drops, masks, nebulisers
As seasonal pollution engulfs Delhi, chemists report a 40% spike in sales of eye drops, masks, and nebulisers. Doctors warn of rising eye and respiratory issues. Read more for health tips.
N95 Masks Cut AQI from 192 to 37 in Mumbai Test
A viral Mumbai experiment shows N95 masks dramatically improve air quality readings. Doctors explain why they are crucial protection for vulnerable groups but warn masks are not a pollution solution.
Bhagwat Calls for Decentralised Education & Healthcare
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, inaugurating a cancer hospital in Chandrapur, stressed affordable education and healthcare as fundamental rights needing decentralisation. He highlighted society's role in supporting cancer patients and families.
India's Diabetes Crisis: 100M+ Cases, Diet Key Factor
India faces a diabetes epidemic with over 100 million cases. ICMR study links it to refined grains and low fiber diets. Learn how dietary changes can help reverse the trend.
Geyser Safety: 3 Steps to Prevent Winter Electrocution
Electric geysers pose serious risks in Indian winters. Learn 3 life-saving steps from a police constable and forensic data to prevent electrocution, scalding, and toxic fume deaths.
Gurugram CMO Launches Mobile Medical Unit for Healthcare Access
Gurugram's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Alka Singh, launches a mobile medical unit to provide free healthcare in remote villages. The initiative aims to bridge the urban-rural health gap with on-site diagnostics and treatment.
India's Choice: Palliative Care Over Assisted Dying
Archana Datta argues that affordable palliative care and social connection, not planned death, are the answer to human suffering. Explore the legal and social safeguards needed.
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