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  • Tragic Negligence: Newborn Dies After Corridor Delivery in Karnataka Government Hospital

    Tragic Negligence: Newborn Dies After Corridor Delivery in Karnataka Government Hospital

    Nov 19, 2025 11:38 pm CST

    A tragic case of alleged medical negligence at Karnataka's Haveri Women and Children's Hospital resulted in a newborn's death after a woman in labor was denied a bed and delivered in a hospital corridor. The incident has sparked political debate between BJP and Congress over healthcare standards in government facilities, with family members claiming staff were distracted by mobile phones instead of providing timely care to the 30-year-old mother.

  • Tragic Death of Bhopal Model Khushboo Verma: Pregnancy Complications or Foul Play?

    Tragic Death of Bhopal Model Khushboo Verma: Pregnancy Complications or Foul Play?

    Nov 11, 2025 08:45 pm CST

    A 21-year-old model from Bhopal, Khushboo Verma, was found dead with pregnancy complications, leading to conflicting narratives between medical reports and family allegations of murder. Her boyfriend Qasim remains in police custody as authorities investigate multiple angles including medical negligence and domestic violence in this shocking case that has stunned Bhopal's fashion community.

  • Delhi Air Quality Crisis: 30% Surge in Respiratory Patients After Diwali Celebrations Alarms Medical Community

    Delhi Air Quality Crisis: 30% Surge in Respiratory Patients After Diwali Celebrations Alarms Medical Community

    Oct 25, 2025 02:39 pm CST

    Post-Diwali air pollution in Delhi-NCR has triggered a 30% increase in respiratory and pregnancy-related health complications. Medical experts report that PM2.5 levels reached a four-year high of 675, as vulnerable populations including the elderly, children, and pregnant women face heightened health risks from firecracker pollution. Healthcare professionals are urging sustainable celebration practices and preventative measures to address this recurring public health emergency.

  • How Rising Heat Waves Endanger Pregnant Women: Understanding the Growing Health Risks and Impacts

    How Rising Heat Waves Endanger Pregnant Women: Understanding the Growing Health Risks and Impacts

    Oct 24, 2025 12:34 am CST

    Climate change is intensifying heat waves, creating significant health risks for pregnant women whose bodies struggle to regulate temperature. Research shows extreme heat exposure can increase risks of preeclampsia, preterm birth, and developmental issues, while worsening mental health conditions. Despite these dangers, women's health in relation to heat remains understudied, particularly in developing nations where impacts are most severe.

  • EU Considers Ethanol Ban in Hand Sanitizers Due to Cancer Risk Concerns: What You Need to Know

    EU Considers Ethanol Ban in Hand Sanitizers Due to Cancer Risk Concerns: What You Need to Know

    Oct 21, 2025 03:26 pm CST

    The European Union is evaluating a potential ban on ethanol in hand sanitizers after an ECHA working group flagged it as potentially carcinogenic. The Biocidal Products Committee will meet in November to discuss this issue, with the final decision resting with the European Commission. Despite these concerns, the WHO currently classifies ethanol as safe for hand hygiene purposes.