MCD Crackdown on Pigeon Feeding in Delhi
Municipal Corporation of Delhi issues challans for pigeon feeding at public places, citing health risks and unhygienic conditions under solid waste management laws.
Category : Public Health
Agra Boy Dies of Rabies Despite Receiving Anti-Rabies Vaccine
A six-year-old boy from Agra's Pinahat area succumbed to rabies three weeks after a stray dog bite, despite receiving two doses of anti-rabies vaccine. Medical experts emphasize the urgent need for rabies immunoglobulin in severe cases.
Yavatmal Farmers' Health Crisis from Pesticide Use
A comprehensive PAN India survey reveals alarming pesticide misuse in Yavatmal, with unsafe practices causing widespread acute and chronic health issues among cotton farmers.
Toxic Cough Syrup Kills 4-Year-Old Boy in Madhya Pradesh
A 4-year-old boy from Madhya Pradesh has died after months in a coma linked to toxic cough syrup. This follows at least 24 child deaths in 2025 from similar poisoning incidents.
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India's Diabetes Crisis: 101M Cases, Myths Fuel Kidney Damage
Over 101 million Indians have diabetes, with 15% in pre-diabetes stage. Widespread myths about the disease delay treatment, causing silent kidney damage affecting 44% of type 2 diabetes patients.
Indore Water Crisis: Death, Health Camp Amid Ongoing Illness
Panic returns to Indore's Bhagirathpura after a 65-year-old woman dies from complications following diarrhoea. Health department launches camp as water supply partially resumes.
Kanpur Leads UP's Sambhav Campaign with 75.5 Points
Kanpur Nagar secured the top position in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhav campaign rankings with 75.5 points, achieving remarkable success in child nutrition and maternal health initiatives.
AMC Notifies 523 Food Units, Destroys 1,126kg Unhealthy Food
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's health department issued notices to 523 food units, destroyed over 1,100kg of unhealthy food, and sealed four establishments in January for violations.
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.
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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.
70% Drop in Child Malnutrition in Kalyana Karnataka
Kalyana Karnataka region witnesses dramatic 70% reduction in severe child malnutrition over four years, with coordinated government efforts showing significant results.
KFD Cases Increase in Chikkamagaluru: 9 Infections Reported
Chikkamagaluru district reports nine Kyasanur Forest Disease cases in January, including a child and infant. Health officials distribute tick repellent and urge vigilance as vaccine trials progress.
Health Budget Betrays Policy Promise: Activists
Jan Swasthya Abhiyan activists criticize the 2026-27 Union Budget for reducing health spending post-pandemic, falling far below the 2017 National Health Policy's GDP targets.
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Haryana Girls Overcome Vitamin D Deficiency with Laddoos
Government school girls in Haryana successfully overcome Vitamin D deficiency through a unique initiative providing fortified laddoos, showcasing a nutritional breakthrough.
Rabies Case in Gujarat: Man Hospitalized After Dog Bite
A 27-year-old man from Sabarkantha shows rabies symptoms months after a dog bite, hospitalized with aggressive behavior. This marks the fourth rabies case in Banaskantha district in a year.
NIMHANS-2 Coming to North India, Tezpur & Ranchi Institutes Upgraded
Union Budget 2026-27 announces a second NIMHANS in North India and upgrades for Central mental health institutes in Tezpur and Ranchi to address treatment gaps.
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.
Rahul Gandhi Demands Parliament Discussion on Air Pollution
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi demands Parliament discussion on air pollution, calling it a national health emergency. He highlights financial and healthcare burdens on citizens.
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Thane Boy Dies After Dog Bite Despite Anti-Rabies Shots
A young boy from Thane, Maharashtra, has tragically passed away weeks after being bitten by a dog, despite receiving anti-rabies shots and tetanus injections at a government hospital immediately after the incident.
2-3 Children Born Out of Wedlock Surrendered Monthly in Ernakulam
Child Welfare Committee data shows 62 children surrendered by unwed couples in 22 months in Ernakulam district, with most parents being migrants for work or studies.
WHO Warns of Rare Nipah Virus, Low Transmission Risk
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns about the rare but serious Nipah virus infection in West Bengal, India, while confirming low transmission risk and no travel restrictions needed.
Mental Health Worsens in Monsoon & Autumn: Hisar Study
Maharaja Agrasen Medical College research shows mental health problems peak during monsoon and autumn, with depression most common in 20-39 age group in Hisar.
Man Carries Wife's Body on Cart from Haryana Hospital
A man in Haryana was forced to carry his wife's body on a cart from a hospital due to the unavailability of an ambulance, highlighting severe healthcare lapses in the region.
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Bengaluru Ssmileathon: Free Dental Screenings, Smile Contest Launched
IDA, Karnataka govt launch Ssmileathon offering free dental check-ups for 1 lakh+ people. IVF/ICSI added to AB-ArK for BPL families. North Corp relocates Hebbal offices.
Foul Smell at Kochi Stadium from Wastewater Plant
Visitors at Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium face severe inconvenience due to foul odor from GCDA's wastewater treatment plant. Health officials demand urgent action.
Nagpur Water Contamination Crisis Exposes Civic Apathy
Over 100 residents in Nagpur's Narendra Nagar area received sewage-contaminated drinking water for a week due to pipeline damage, highlighting municipal negligence and infrastructure decay.
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.
Karnataka Minister Calls for National Social Media Rules for Kids
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces plans to write to Union Health Minister JP Nadda for a national-level discussion on regulating social media use among schoolchildren amid rising digital addiction concerns.
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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.
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