India 2nd Globally for Overweight, Obese Children
A new global report reveals India holds the second-highest number of children and adolescents living with overweight or obesity worldwide, highlighting a growing public health crisis.
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India's Childhood Obesity Crisis: Ultra-Processed Foods Fuel Health Emergency
UNICEF reports childhood obesity now surpasses undernutrition globally, with India facing the fastest growth in ultra-processed food sales. Policy gaps and aggressive marketing put 27 million Indian children at risk by 2030.
Jaipur HPV Drive: 500 Girls Vaccinated in 5 Days
Rajasthan's health department has administered HPV vaccines to 500 girls in the first five days of its cervical cancer prevention campaign. Officials are enhancing awareness efforts to combat misinformation and logistical challenges.
India Off-Track to Meet 2030 Childhood Obesity Target: Report
A global health body reveals most countries, including India, are not on course to achieve the 2030 target of halting childhood obesity, citing poor diet and inactivity as key drivers.
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India's Childhood Obesity Crisis Deepens: World Atlas 2026
The World Obesity Atlas 2026 reveals alarming trends in India, with childhood obesity rates projected to rise sharply by 2030, posing severe health and economic challenges.
Doctors Urge Parents to Stop Using Food as a Reward for Kids
On World Obesity Day 2026, doctors highlight India's second-place global ranking for childhood obesity and advise parents to avoid using food as a reward to curb this growing health crisis.
Synthetic Holi Colors Pose Severe Health Risks to Lungs and Skin
Doctors warn that synthetic Holi colors contain harmful chemicals like lead and mercury, which can cause respiratory issues, skin allergies, and long-term lung damage. Experts advise using natural alternatives for a safe celebration.
Chamba Hosts Hearing Day Camp for Ear Health Awareness
An awareness camp was organized in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, to mark World Hearing Day, focusing on early detection and prevention of hearing loss through expert consultations and free screenings.
Leptospirosis Probe Report Indicts Government Departments
A probe report into a leptospirosis outbreak in Ludhiana has found serious lapses by government departments, including delayed response and inadequate sanitation measures, leading to multiple fatalities.
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Gurgaon Hospitals Alert for Holi: Eye, Skin, Respiratory Issues
Gurgaon health department deploys doctors, ambulances for Holi emergencies. Hospitals expect rise in skin, eye, respiratory complaints from synthetic colors. Experts advise precautions.
Tamil Nadu Leprosy Cases Jump 20%, Deformities Increase
Tamil Nadu reports 2,291 new leprosy cases from April-December 2025, a 20% rise from 2024. Grade 2 deformities spike to 3.4%, indicating delayed diagnoses despite improved surveillance.
Bhopal: 15 Dengue, Chikungunya Cases in Early 2026
Bhopal has recorded 10 dengue and 5 chikungunya cases in January-February 2026, with positivity rates of 2.7% and 5.5% respectively, highlighting year-round mosquito-borne disease threats.
Ludhiana Starts 90-Day HPV Vaccination Drive on March 5
A 90-day HPV vaccination drive begins in Ludhiana on March 5, targeting girls aged 9-14 to prevent cervical cancer. The campaign aims to boost immunization rates and raise public awareness.
Woman Dies After Self-Immolation on Funeral Pyre
A 67-year-old woman from Neyyattinkara, who allegedly attempted suicide by setting herself ablaze on a funeral pyre she prepared behind her house, has died at a private hospital. Police suspect prolonged mental distress and loneliness led to the extreme a
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Tarn Taran Residents Disappointed by Sanitation Troubles
Residents of Tarn Taran express deep disappointment over ongoing sanitation problems, including garbage accumulation and poor waste management, impacting daily life and health.
Leptospirosis Outbreak in Punjab Village: 36 Cases
A health department team visited Hazara Singh Wala village in Ferozepur after a leptospirosis outbreak affected 36 people, with one child's death linked to unsanitary conditions.
Mangaluru Walkathon Marks World Hearing Day 2026 for Child Hearing
Kasturba Medical College and Dakshina Kannada Speech and Hearing Association led a city-wide walkathon in Mangaluru to raise awareness about ear and hearing care, emphasizing this year's WHO theme of hearing care for all children.
Cat Bites Exceed Dog Bites in Kerala, Health Data Shows
Recent data from Kerala reveals cat bites are significantly higher than dog bites, raising concerns about rabies risks and public health management in the state.
Breast Cancer Cases in India Up 500% Since 1990: Study
A new study shows a staggering nearly 500% increase in breast cancer cases in India since 1990, highlighting a major public health crisis and the urgent need for enhanced screening and awareness programs.
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Ghaziabad Warns Against Chemical Colors in Holi Advisory
Ahead of Holi, Ghaziabad's health department cautions residents about harmful chemical-based colors, citing past spikes in skin allergies and eye issues. Officials recommend natural alternatives and protective measures.
Lucknow Hospitals on High Alert for Holi Emergencies
Ahead of Holi, Lucknow's health department has mandated 24-hour emergency services at all hospitals. Over 190 beds reserved, ambulances on standby, and free treatment for first 24 hours to handle festival-related incidents.
Prayagraj Doctors Warn of Toxic Holi Colors Health Risks
Prayagraj doctors launch awareness campaign against sub-standard Holi colors containing harmful chemicals like lead, mercury, and carcinogens that cause skin damage, eye injuries, and severe allergies.
Yelahanka Meat Shops Face Hygiene and License Checks
Officials conducted comprehensive hygiene inspections at 10 meat shops in Yelahanka, verifying trade licenses, cold storage, waste disposal, and staff safety measures to ensure public health standards.
Surat Milk Samples Fail Safety Tests, Adulteration Suspected
Surat Municipal Corporation's food safety department finds multiple cow and buffalo milk samples substandard due to low milkfat and SNF levels, indicating possible water adulteration.
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Bhopal Health Alert: Chemical Holi Colors Risk Skin, Eye Damage
Bhopal health department warns against chemical-laced Holi colors, placing emergency services on alert. Officials cite risks of skin allergies, eye infections, and respiratory issues.
India's HPV Drive: Fighting Cervical Cancer Amid Hesitancy
India launches a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign to eliminate cervical cancer, facing challenges with vaccine hesitancy and aiming for extensive public outreach and prevention efforts.
Punjab's Hepatitis B Crisis: Low Coverage for Newborns
Punjab struggles with Hepatitis B prevention, as only 28.8% of newborns from HBsAg-positive mothers receive HBIG within 24 hours. Officials cite data gaps and poor coordination between public and private health facilities.
Trichy's Free HPV Vaccine Drive for 10,000 Girls to Fight Cancer
Trichy corporation is vaccinating 10,000 girls aged 14 with free HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer, using 18 health centres and requiring parental consent via OTP.
Rotary Club's Cervical Cancer Vaccination Drive Inaugurated in Dharwad
Legislative council chairman Basavaraj Horatti inaugurated a mega cervical cancer vaccination campaign by Rotary Club of Dharwad Central, targeting 2,500 girls across 58 villages with 1,600 already vaccinated safely.
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Holi Safety for Kids: ENT Doctor's Essential Precautions
An ENT specialist outlines critical precautions parents must take to ensure children's safety during Holi, preventing ear, nose, and throat injuries from colors and water.
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