Category : Public Health


Hyderabad Health Mela Focuses on Millets, Food Safety

Hyderabad's health department launched Health Week with an 'Eat Right – Stay Healthy Mela' at Nature Cure Hospital, featuring millet-based foods and live demonstrations on detecting adulteration in everyday items.

25% of UP Patients See Quacks First, IMA Study Finds

A study by the Indian Medical Association reveals that nearly 25% of patients in Uttar Pradesh initially seek treatment from unqualified practitioners before consulting registered doctors, with higher rates in rural areas.

57 Hostel Girls Hospitalized After Food Poisoning

A total of 57 female students from a hostel were rushed to the hospital after experiencing severe symptoms of suspected food poisoning. Authorities are investigating the cause of the outbreak.

57 Girls Hospitalized in Ahmedabad After Food Poisoning

A suspected food poisoning outbreak at a community-run hostel in Ahmedabad led to 57 girls being rushed to Sterling Hospital with severe diarrhoea and vomiting. 18 remain admitted, while others were discharged with health monitoring instructions.

Margao Sewage Crisis: Residents Fear Epidemic Risk

Residents of Dicarpale, Davorlim, in Margao are alarmed by overflowing sewage near a military camp, with stagnant water posing health risks as monsoon approaches. Authorities have yet to act despite complaints.

Andhra Food Safety Crisis: 13 Dead, Severe Staff Shortage

A severe staff shortage in Andhra Pradesh's Food Safety Department has crippled enforcement, contributing to over a dozen deaths from adulterated milk in Rajamahendravaram. With only 144 of 723 sanctioned posts filled, officials promise urgent recruitment

Bihar Hooch Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to Nine

The death toll in the Bihar hooch tragedy has increased to nine as three more individuals succumbed after consuming illicit liquor. Authorities are investigating the incident amid ongoing concerns over illegal alcohol trade in the state.

Jhansi Girls Stop Child Marriage, Empower Peers in UP

A Jhansi girl's refusal to marry at 16, aided by NGO intervention, prevented a child marriage. This sparked a movement where over 39,500 girls in UP have rejected underage unions, supported by the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat campaign.

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