Ahmedabad Hospital Saves Child's Eyesight from Malnutrition
Swift action at LG Hospital saved a 7-year-old from permanent blindness caused by severe Vitamin A deficiency. Read how a corneal transplant and teamwork restored vision.
Category : Health
11 New Typhoid Cases in Gandhinagar, 85 Under Treatment
Gandhinagar reports 11 new typhoid cases. 85 patients are currently under treatment. Health teams conduct door-to-door surveillance and repair water leaks. Read for details.
Chennai: Smoker's Tongue Cancer Removed, Organ Rebuilt
Doctors at Chennai's MGM Cancer Institute saved a 41-year-old smoker by removing an advanced tongue tumour and reconstructing the organ. The patient is now on speech therapy. Early detection is key.
Torrent Group to build 500-bed hospital in Ahmedabad
Torrent Group enters hospital business with a Rs 750 crore, 500-bed multispecialty facility on Ahmedabad's SP Ring Road, creating 2,400 jobs. Read about Gujarat's healthcare expansion.
Gandhinagar roads cave in due to water pipeline leaks
Gandhinagar's ambitious 24/7 water supply project is causing road cave-ins and a typhoid outbreak. Officials admit leaks are eroding soil. Read the latest updates and health advisories.
Punjab CM Orders Effective Rollout of Health Insurance Scheme
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann instructs officials to ensure seamless implementation of the state's health insurance scheme. Learn about the key directives and benefits for residents.
Karnataka's CHC Downgrade Plan Sparks Doctor, Community Protests
Karnataka's plan to downgrade 200+ Community Health Centres by removing specialists has unsettled rural healthcare. Learn about the rationalisation policy, its impact on maternal care, and why doctors are protesting.
Karnataka's Health Dept Overhauls Mother & Child Health Services
Karnataka's health department is rationalising MCH specialists across CHCs to reduce maternal mortality. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao explains the plan and upcoming modifications. Read more.
Cervical Cancer Awareness Event in Bengaluru on Jan 20
A cervical cancer awareness event featuring a quiz and skit will be held in Bengaluru on January 20. India reported over 1.27 lakh new cases in 2022, highlighting a critical public health need.
Govt Brings AI Cancer Detection Software Under Regulation
India's CDSCO now regulates AI-based cancer detection software as Class C medical devices, requiring approval and safety validation. Experts call the move timely for patient safety. #Healthcare #AI #India
Kochi to Relocate 117 from Unsafe Destitute Home
Kochi district administration prepares a 2-day action plan to relocate 117 vulnerable inmates after government denies renewal and High Court orders immediate shift. Details inside.
Kochi's 1-Month Plan to Fight Mosquito Menace
Kochi Corporation launches a scientific mosquito control plan with spraying and fogging. Mayor Minimol also addresses waste fee hike and Konthuruthy canal rehabilitation. Key meeting set for Dec 12.
NSCT Raises Rs 8 Lakh for Family of Deceased Ghazipur Man
The National Self Care Team (NSCT), a public self-help group, provides crucial financial aid to the bereaved family of Ashutosh Giri in Lucknow. Discover how this initiative works.
14 Abandoned Puppies Rescued Near Nandi Hills
An animal welfare NGO in Bengaluru rescued 14 abandoned puppies near Nandi Hills. The dogs were found in a sack and are now receiving care. Read about the rescue operation.
Young Influencer's Heart Attack, Transplant Journey
Social media star Faye Greenwood's life changed after a sudden heart attack in Paris at 24, leading to a heart transplant. Her story is a stark warning for the young.
Surat's Water Network Vulnerability Exposed After 24-Hour Repair
A recent pipeline failure in Surat reveals critical flaws in the city's interconnected water supply system, raising contamination fears. Officials admit limited control. Read the full investigation.
Ludhiana 2025 Health Report: Dengue, Malaria, Hospital Issues
Ludhiana's health department battled dengue, a malaria spike, and infrastructure lapses in 2025. Civil surgeon outlines 2026 focus on new clinics and patient care. Read the full report.
Himachal HC Seeks Answers on Food Safety Sampling Issues
Himachal Pradesh High Court demands state's response on food safety sampling failures. Notice issued to Chief Secy, Food Safety Commissioner. Read the full story.
Metformin: Diabetes Drug's Potential in Cancer Prevention
New research explores metformin's potential link to reduced cancer risk in diabetes patients. Discover the facts, mechanisms, and crucial cautions.
AIIMS Delhi Offers Free Cervical Cancer Screening & HPV Vaccine
AIIMS New Delhi launches free cervical cancer screening & HPV vaccination drive. Women 30-65 can get screened, girls 9-14 vaccinated. Act now for a preventable disease.
Telangana Doctors Announce Black Badge Protest Over GO 229
Telangana's medical JAC announces a statewide black badge protest starting Wednesday against GO 229, which they say undermines the Telangana Medical Council's autonomy. Doctors assure patient care will not be affected.
Punjab Health Dept Implements SC Order on Stray Dogs
Punjab health department directs strict measures to secure schools, hospitals, and public spaces from stray dogs. Mandatory ARV stock and nodal officers appointed. Full details inside.
Punjab Reforms VVIP Medical Duties to Stop Hospital Diversion
Punjab govt rationalises specialist doctor deployment for VVIP duties, ending a practice that diverted crucial staff from hospitals. New rules ensure protocol without disrupting public healthcare.
Punjab invites private hospitals for Rs 10-lakh health cover
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh urges private hospitals to join Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna for universal cashless healthcare. The scheme offers Rs 10 lakh per family. Learn how this partnership aims to transform healthcare access in the state.
Himachal CM Orders Healthcare Audit, Adds Facial Recognition
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mandates a statewide audit of health schemes, introduces facial recognition to remove ineligible beneficiaries and clear pending hospital payments.
Coimbatore Residents Demand Public Toilets, Cite Health Crisis
Over 250 SC families in Coimbatore's Vellalore have lived without toilets for 20 years, forcing open defecation. They urge the district administration to address this severe health and safety crisis immediately.
Daily Wage Labourer Dies by Suicide in Karur Hospital
A 31-year-old man, struggling with mental distress and setbacks, died by suicide inside Karur Govt Medical College Hospital. Police investigation is ongoing. If you need help, call TN health helpline 104.
Jharsuguda records coldest Jan day in 73 years at 5.1°C
Jharsuguda in Odisha shivered at 5.1°C, its coldest January temperature since 1953. IMD warns of a prolonged cold wave and dense fog across multiple districts. Read for details and forecasts.
Patna Water Audit: All 75 Wards Checked Post-Indore Scare
Patna Municipal Corporation completes safety audit of drinking water across 75 wards. Water quality found safe, but minor issues flagged. Read details and helpline number.
Bihar shifts to yellow alert as cold conditions ease
IMD forecasts relief from severe cold in Bihar, shifting to yellow alert. Patna sees temperature rise, but fog warnings persist in north districts. Public health advisory issued.
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