As the National Blood Transfusion Bill, 2025 is introduced, thalassaemia patients reveal how unsafe blood screening gave them HIV and Hepatitis C, demanding mandatory NAAT testing for all donor blood.
India faces a sharp rise in cancer cases, projected to hit 2 million by 2040. Minister Jitendra Singh cites ageing, lifestyle, and pollution as key drivers. Learn about regional trends and government action.
A 2021 study reveals prolonged exposure to air pollutants like PM2.5 can increase dysmenorrhea risk up to 33 times. As Delhi's AQI remains hazardous, experts warn menstrual health is now a public issue. Learn protective measures.
A landmark UNICEF report reveals a historic shift: more children globally are now obese than underweight. A new scientific review links this crisis and climate change to our food systems. Discover the connection and what we can do.
New projections warn diabetes cases could hit 900 million globally by 2050, driven by modern lifestyles. Learn the causes, impacts, and prevention strategies to combat this silent pandemic.
Delhi government reports a significant reduction in vehicular movement following the imposition of GRAP-4 anti-pollution measures. Read the full impact assessment here.
Madhya Pradesh govt suspends three, including blood bank in-charge, after six children contract HIV via transfusion in Satna. Read the shocking details and official action.
Is it safe for children to sip your tea or coffee? Experts warn caffeine harms sleep, growth & nutrient absorption in kids. Learn the facts for Indian parents.
Delhi's air quality plunges to 'severe' levels with AQI at 447. GRAP Stage-IV measures enforced. Flight delays at airport. Health advisory issued. Read for details.
As winter worsens breathing, learn how Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) helps India's 267 million tobacco users quit and aids lung cancer patients in pain management. Consult your doctor today.
A shocking survey of 17,000 Delhi residents finds 4 in 10 want to leave the city due to severe air pollution, which cuts life expectancy by 8.2 years and costs the economy billions. Read the full report.
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh reviews extensive arrangements for the Shaheedi Sabha in Fatehgarh Sahib. Plans include a major blood donation camp and a public organ donation movement. Details inside.
Bengaluru residents face a growing health threat from pigeons, with doctors reporting a surge in respiratory illnesses. The government, however, denies any recorded infections. Learn about the risks and expert warnings.
A senior Shimla doctor outlines critical first aid steps for dog bites: stay calm, wash the wound with soap for 15 minutes. Learn how to prevent rabies and when to seek immediate medical help.
Mosquitoes have turned India's nights into a reign of terror. Discover the science behind their nocturnal attacks and what it means for public health. Read more.
As Delhi's AQI hits 'severe' levels, the city's largest government hospital faces a severe shortage of essential respiratory drugs, forcing poor patients to buy costly medicines from private pharmacies.
Over 100M Indian adults have diabetes. Learn the early skin, eye & nerve signs often missed. Early detection can prevent permanent damage. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath highlights lifestyle discipline to prevent kidney diseases at SGPGI conference. He details UP's health sector transformation post-2017, citing a rise from 17 to 80 medical colleges.
Dehradun's worsening AQI poses severe health risks, with experts warning of a surge in cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases. Learn about the silent killer's impact.
Kolkata Municipal Corporation asks police to monitor dry leaf burning worsening city's air quality. Mayor details smog-fighting measures but admits resource shortage. Read more.
Haryana faces a severe healthcare staff shortage with 5,384 vacant posts. While the govt claims alternative arrangements, gaps in rural delivery raise concerns. Read the full district-wise breakdown.
Gurgaon's air quality remained poor with AQI 276. Safar predicts a drop to 'very poor' or 'severe' levels soon. Experts advise limiting outdoor activities. Read more for station-wise data and safety tips.
Nagpur's Mayo Hospital launches Maharashtra's first dedicated government allergy clinic to tackle rising allergy cases. Get comprehensive diagnosis and treatment under one roof.
Bengaluru's Project Khushi sees 60% of participating police personnel lose between 500 gm and 6.1 kg. The health initiative promotes fitness and stress management. Read about the successful wellness drive.
District administrations in Gautam Buddh Nagar and Ghaziabad have opened night shelters with blankets, food, and bonfires as temperatures are set to dip. Officials conduct inspections to ensure no one sleeps in the open.
Bhiwadi's air quality index reaches 353, 'very poor' category. Over 1000 patients daily seek treatment for pollution-related ailments. Authorities enforce GRAP-IV restrictions and fines.
A two-day free health camp will be held in Lucknow's Vikas Nagar on December 20-21, offering consultations, tests, and aids. The event honours former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birth centenary.
RMLIMS doctors warn that chemical fertilisers and arsenic in water are causing kidney, heart, and nervous system diseases. Learn about the risks and ongoing WHO collaboration.
Worms found in rice at a Karnataka government school midday meal. Officials suspend staff for negligence. Over 2.8 lakh children depend on the scheme in Koppal district.
CM Yogi Adityanath highlights UP's healthcare transformation post-Covid, with ₹1,300 crore allocated, 5.5 crore Ayushman cards, and a medical college in every district. Global experts discuss kidney health in Lucknow.