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.
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.
The World Health Organization reveals 188 million children and adolescents globally are obese, with 390 million overweight. Unhealthy diets and aggressive marketing fuel this public health crisis.
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak declared tobacco consumption a 'curse for humanity' at the 7th National Tobacco Control Conference in AIIMS Rae Bareli, highlighting India's 13 lakh annual tobacco-related deaths.
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Severe funds shortage in Maharashtra leaves thousands of tuberculosis patients without promised financial assistance under Nikshay Poshan Yojana, with only 32% beneficiaries receiving payments in 2025.
A mid-day meal scare in Khammam, Telangana, has led to 38 students being hospitalised with symptoms of food poisoning. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Health officials cleared seven family members from Jagraon of suspected rabies after evaluation at PGIMER Chandigarh. Village survey found no further cases, pet dog examined.
The environment ministry and ICMR present conflicting data on air pollution deaths in India, revealing policy contradictions in public health response while Delhi sees rising respiratory fatalities.
NIMHANS experts reveal antimicrobial resistance kills one Indian child every nine minutes. Gangagen Biotechnologies highlights 12-36% hemodialysis patient deaths from infections.
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Avadi Corporation's first council meeting of the year focused on rising mosquito menace and stray animal issues. Councillors expressed health and safety concerns over inadequate civic action.
Visakhapatnam plans a 100-tonne-per-day poultry slaughter waste recycling plant to combat illegal diversion to fish ponds, reducing environmental damage and public health risks through scientific processing.
While Odisha has reduced child marriages among girls, underage grooms from tribal communities are increasing. School dropouts and migration drive this trend, with activists calling for urgent attention.
Kumar Vinay, a Patna security guard earning Rs14,000 monthly, transformed his pandemic trauma into feeding 21 people daily through his Maa Berji Mandir Trust initiative.
Odisha government clarifies that pan masala without tobacco or nicotine is not covered by the state's recent prohibition, providing relief to shopkeepers and traders.
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The Karnataka Ecotourism Development Board initiates a community-driven campaign to reduce snakebite incidents, correct first aid myths, and protect pit viper species across the state through educational workshops.
A Delhi government report reveals married women formed over 54% of female suicide cases in 2023, with housewives accounting for 44%, highlighting persistent trends over five years.
The World Health Organization has stated that the risk of Nipah virus spreading in India remains low, with no evidence of widespread transmission. Health authorities continue monitoring.
Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka has recorded 47 leprosy cases until December 2025, with health authorities intensifying surveillance and awareness efforts to combat the disease.
A new survey reveals 76% of Indians have obese individuals in their close circles, as Economic Survey 2026 warns of rising obesity driven by unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles.
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The World Health Organization has stated that travel and trade restrictions are not necessary for India despite recent Nipah virus cases, emphasizing current containment measures.
Date palm tappers in Joynagar implement protective measures for sap collection following Nipah virus concerns, while the local moa industry navigates seasonal challenges.
WHO reassures public about Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal, confirming low risk of spread and no need for travel restrictions after two cases reported in North 24 Parganas district.
The World Health Organization states the risk of Nipah virus spreading from India is low and does not recommend travel restrictions, despite two confirmed cases in West Bengal.
Despite medical advances, leprosy remains shrouded in misconceptions in India. This article debunks 10 shocking myths about the disease, from transmission to treatment, to promote awareness and reduce stigma.
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In a concerning incident in Telangana's Sangareddy district, 22 students fell ill and were admitted to hospital after consuming their mid-day meals. Authorities are investigating the cause.
The Haj pilgrimage 2026 health check-up camp at Nagpur's IGGMCH (Mayo) witnessed significant disorder on its first day, with pilgrims complaining of doctor shortages, non-functional equipment, and long waits.
Twenty-two students fell ill after consuming mid-day meals in Sangareddy, Telangana, while 33 students were hospitalized in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, raising food safety concerns.
Rajasthan health department admits 14 deaths, including two from wrong blood transfusions at SMS Hospital, with delayed disciplinary actions and no compensation paid to victims' families.
Following Indore's water contamination scare, Madhya Pradesh's PHE and UAD departments are fast-tracking projects worth Rs 1000 crore across districts including Bhopal and Jabalpur.
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Goa continues to detect around 70 new leprosy cases annually, with migrants comprising majority. State aims for eradication by 2027 through zero transmission, disability, and discrimination.
