Category : Public Health


Alcohol, Sugary Drinks More Affordable in India: WHO

WHO reports alcohol and sugar-sweetened beverages are becoming more affordable in India despite strong links to cancers, liver disease, diabetes and heart conditions. Weak tax design fails to curb consumption.

Mohali Dog Bite Cases Jump 33% in 3 Years

Mohali faces a severe stray dog menace with a 33% increase in bite cases over three years. The city's canine population has nearly doubled, overwhelming sterilization efforts and raising public safety concerns.

Delhi Reports Nine Dengue Cases This Month

Delhi has recorded nine dengue cases in January, with five infections contracted outside the city. MCD intensifies preventive measures amid ongoing mosquito breeding.

Madurai Sees 1,127 Teen Pregnancies in 2023-24

Madurai district reports 1,127 teen pregnancies below 18 years in 2023-24 via RTI data. Activists highlight underreporting and call for awareness programs and better surveillance to address the issue.

Neemuch Health Drive Amid GBS Cases

Neemuch administration launches intensive campaign to safeguard public health after detection of Guillain-Barré Syndrome cases. Officials inspect water infrastructure and order immediate safety measures.

Punjab Mother Loses Sixth Son to Drugs, Demands Action

Shinder Kaur from Sherewal village has lost all six sons to Punjab's drug epidemic. Her youngest, Jasvir Singh, was found dead by a canal, highlighting the devastating impact of synthetic heroin 'chitta' on families.

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