public health
Union Health Minister JP Nadda Expands AMRIT Pharmacy Network: 10 New Centers to Provide Affordable Medicines Across India
Nov 15, 2025 06:27 pm CST
Union Health Minister JP Nadda has launched 10 new AMRIT pharmacies, expanding the network to over 255 outlets across India. These centers provide essential medicines and medical devices at up to 50% discount, having already served 6.85 crore patients and generated savings of more than Rs 8,500 crore. The government aims to double the number of outlets to at least 500, furthering its commitment to accessible and affordable healthcare for all citizens.
Construction Worker Dies of Rabies After Refusing Treatment for Dog Bite in Tamil Nadu
Nov 14, 2025 02:02 pm CST
A 31-year-old construction worker from Tamil Nadu's Kanyakumari district died of rabies three months after being bitten by a dog at his worksite. The victim, Ayyappan, ignored the injury and did not seek medical treatment or post-exposure vaccination, highlighting the critical importance of immediate care following animal bites.
WHO Reports 1.23 Million Deaths from Tuberculosis in 2024: Progress and Challenges in Fighting World's Deadliest Infectious Disease
Nov 13, 2025 10:36 pm CST
The World Health Organization reports tuberculosis remains the world's deadliest infectious disease, causing 1.23 million deaths in 2024 despite a 3% reduction from previous year. While record diagnoses and treatment improvements show progress, funding gaps threaten advancement. Research offers hope through new diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines in development.
Delhi Air Pollution Crisis: Health Experts Warn of Irreversible Damage and Long-Term Health Risks
Nov 11, 2025 10:30 pm CST
Health experts warn that Delhi's worsening air quality is causing far-reaching health consequences beyond respiratory issues, including increased cancer risk and weakened immunity. With PM2.5 levels reaching ten times WHO limits during winter, medical professionals urge systemic change to address this public health emergency that contributed to over two million pollution-related deaths across India in 2023.
Delhi's Air Quality Crisis: Understanding GRAP-3 Restrictions and Their Impact on Daily Life
Nov 10, 2025 05:38 pm CST
Delhi continues to battle hazardous air quality with an AQI of 347, prompting potential implementation of GRAP-3 measures. These restrictions include bans on construction activities, certain vehicles, and recommendations for work-from-home arrangements. The comprehensive four-tier GRAP framework aims to mitigate severe pollution levels through targeted interventions while providing exemptions for essential services.
India Reports 138 Million Chronic Kidney Disease Cases in 2023: Second Highest Globally According to Lancet Study
Nov 08, 2025 10:21 am CST
A comprehensive global study published in The Lancet reveals India had 138 million chronic kidney disease cases in 2023, ranking second globally behind China. The research identifies the condition as the ninth leading cause of death worldwide and a major contributor to cardiovascular mortality, highlighting urgent needs for improved screening, prevention strategies, and equitable access to treatment across regions experiencing the greatest health inequities.
India's HPV Vaccine Program Stalls: Two Years After Budget Promise, No Implementation Progress Revealed in RTI
Nov 05, 2025 07:47 pm CST
An RTI response reveals that India's government has failed to implement the HPV vaccination program announced in Budget 2024 to protect young girls from cervical cancer. Despite high mortality rates with India accounting for 23% of global cervical cancer deaths, no meetings, budget allocation, or implementation plans have been established, raising concerns among public health experts about the commitment to women's preventive healthcare.
Salman Khan Faces Legal Action Over Allegedly Misleading Pan Masala Advertisement Claims
Nov 05, 2025 02:52 pm CST
Bollywood actor Salman Khan faces legal trouble as a complaint has been filed against him in the Kota Consumer Court, alleging misleading claims in advertisements for Rajshree Pan Masala where he serves as brand ambassador. The complaint questions the credibility of "saffron-infused" claims in a Rs 5 product and raises concerns about celebrity influence on youth consumption of potentially harmful products. A hearing is scheduled for November 27, 2025.
Political Clash Erupts Over Delhi's Worsening Air Quality as Rahul Gandhi Targets BJP
Nov 04, 2025 11:46 am CST
Delhi's deteriorating air quality has sparked a fierce political confrontation between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and BJP's Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa. As the capital's AQI reaches "very poor" levels exceeding 300 and several areas entering the "severe" category above 400, politicians trade accusations while environmental experts warn that seasonal blame games won't resolve Delhi's persistent smog crisis affecting millions of residents.
Delhi High Court Upholds FSSAI Ban on Misleading 'ORS' Labels in Food and Beverages
Nov 03, 2025 07:54 pm CST
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India's ban on using 'ORS' labeling on beverages that don't meet medical standards. Justice Sachin Datta ruled that FSSAI's decision was based on serious public health considerations, rejecting Dr Reddy's Laboratories' plea regarding their product Rebalanz VITORS, as misleading ORS labels could endanger consumers genuinely needing medical rehydration solutions.