Leading experts debate moving antibiotics to Schedule X for stricter control amid alarming antimicrobial resistance rates. Studies show India faces a major public health emergency by 2050 without urgent action.
Thousands of TB patients in Mumbai are left without promised nutritional support as India's 2025 TB elimination deadline passes. The Nikshay Poshan Yojana faces severe implementation gaps.
Leaking pipes, poor sewage systems, and polluted water sources create a hazardous drinking water situation for millions in India, disproportionately affecting the poor.
The Andhra Pradesh government will provide free Ferric Carboxymaltose injections to pregnant women with anaemia, along with free transportation via Thalli Bidda Express, to improve maternal health outcomes.
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Seventy students fell ill after consuming a mid-day meal at a school in Madhepura's Sahugarh village. One girl is in serious condition. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
K9 Healers and K9 School launch a science-led National Dog Bite Prevention & Reduction Campaign, addressing India's 17-18 million annual bites and high rabies deaths through a six-layer framework focusing on pet ownership and community welfare.
Dental health has become a stark marker of inequality, with 'poor teeth' highlighting structural neglect, shame, and barriers to opportunity, as seen in Australia, the UK, and the US.
Mizoram Health Minister Lalrinpuii emphasizes the ABC approach—abstinence, being faithful, and condom use—as key to reducing HIV prevalence in Northeast India, where rates are highest nationally.
Climate change is altering children's health patterns, making illnesses unpredictable. Experts emphasize upgrading hygiene habits, like surface disinfection and handwashing, to build immunity in a polluted world.
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A 12-year-old boy in Noida died by suicide after being reprimanded for watching TV, while in Ghaziabad, three sisters died in a separate incident linked to Korean content fixation.
A 12-year-old boy in Noida died by suicide after being reprimanded for watching TV, police said. The incident follows the deaths of three sisters in Ghaziabad linked to Korean content disputes.
A 70-year-old man in Bhagirathpura, Indore, died just weeks after his wife succumbed to diarrhoea from contaminated water, highlighting a severe public health crisis.
Medical experts at a Lucknow conference declared antimicrobial resistance a critical public health threat in India, driving up mortality and healthcare costs while compromising infection treatment.
An eight-year-old girl's death in Mauli Jagran, Chandigarh, has ignited anger over persistent sewage contamination. Residents report rampant water-borne diseases, while officials' promises remain unfulfilled.
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A stray dog in Baltana, Zirakpur, has allegedly bitten around 30 people over two weeks, including a teenager and an elderly man. Residents report daily unprovoked attacks and criticize the Municipal Council for inaction despite complaints.
Rohtak district in Haryana faces a severe sex ratio crisis with 43 villages recording below 800 SRB in 2025. Deputy Commissioner Sachin Gupta orders strict monitoring of pregnant women and ultrasound centers to combat the declining trend.
India faces a growing synthetic drugs epidemic, with new psychoactive substances posing severe health risks and challenging law enforcement. This editorial highlights the urgent need for policy reforms and public awareness.
Hundreds of ASHA volunteers in Kolkata rejected a Rs 1,000 honorarium increase, demanding a fixed monthly pay of Rs 15,000. They protested outside Swasthya Bhavan, submitting a memorandum for better benefits.
Tamil Nadu sounds a high alert after mass crow deaths, raising avian influenza concerns. Authorities mandate biosecurity measures, carcass disposal, and public reporting of unusual bird fatalities.
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Tamil Nadu authorities have declared a high alert following alarming reports of mass crow deaths across the state, prompting urgent investigations into potential causes.
Tamil Nadu is on high alert following reports of large-scale crow deaths, with health authorities advising immediate medical help for flu-like symptoms.
Two Nipah virus cases in India have prompted extensive surveillance and testing of over 190 contacts, all negative. Experts warn of high mortality rates and non-specific symptoms, urging public awareness and preventive measures.
The tragic suicide pact of two sisters in Ghaziabad highlights critical mental health gaps among young Indians and their parents, urging awareness and support.
The Maharashtra health department has received 9.5 lakh HPV vaccine doses but cannot start the cervical cancer prevention drive until the Centre issues operational guidelines.
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The tragic suicides of three minor sisters in Ghaziabad underscore a global crisis of loneliness among youth, driven by digital immersion and mental health gaps, calling for urgent policy and community action.
KGMU vice-chancellor Prof Soniya Nityananda emphasized cervical cancer prevention through vaccination for girls aged 9-14 and hygiene. Experts highlighted tobacco, pollution, and lifestyle as key cancer causes, advocating for early detection and national
Rajasthan's health department initiates comprehensive inspections of blood banks statewide following a Union health ministry directive. An expert panel from SMS Medical College will evaluate compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
Jharkhand's health department launches awareness chariots across 14 districts to eliminate filariasis by 2029. The campaign includes booth-level medicine distribution and door-to-door visits targeting over 175,000 people.
Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences leads a major awareness drive on drug-free India and organ donation in Madikeri on February 7, with police seizing significant quantities of ganja in separate operations.
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ZP CEO Bhuvanesh Patil calls for urgent measures to control stray dog populations in Dharwad, emphasizing Animal Birth Control and anti-rabies programs after 13,433 dog-bite cases in 2025.
