public health

Chandigarh, March 25 The Haryana government has launched a series of state-specific interventions, including corporate funding, the use of artificial intelligence in tuberculosis (TB) testing, and last-mile healthcare delivery, to detect and treat the disease before symptoms appear, an official...

New Delhi, March 25 Soil dryness caused by drought can increase the amount of natural antibiotics and promote the growth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to an analysis.The findings, published in the journal Nature Microbiology, suggest that the rise in soil dryness, driven by...

Patna, March 24 Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha said on Tuesday that the sale of meat by unlicensed vendors will not be allowed in the state.Speaking to reporters here, Sinha said, "Licenses have been made mandatory for operating meat shops in Bihar. We are firm on checking the...

Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda stated today that timely diagnosis, quick referral, and access to quality treatment can save lives and prevent lifelong disability from stroke. He made this statement while virtually addressing the 3rd edition of FICCI's National Stroke...

New Delhi, March 24 The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) organized a walkathon in south Delhi on Tuesday as part of its "Dust-Free Delhi" campaign, with over 500 residents participating, officials said.The walkathon, led by MCD Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar, began at 7 am from DDA Park in...

New Delhi, March 24 On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day, India announced the world’s first clinical study to scientifically evaluate Ayurveda as an adjunct to standard Anti-Tuberculosis Treatment (ATT), the government said on Tuesday.The collaborative clinical study between the...

Meghalaya has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving a TB-free status, with the Health Department intensifying efforts through a focused 100-day campaign and community-driven interventions.Speaking at the World TB Day programme held here on Tuesday, Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla...

New Delhi, March 24 India launched a groundbreaking global clinical study on Tuesday to scientifically evaluate traditional Ayurveda as a complementary treatment for modern tuberculosis (TB).The study will enroll 1,250 newly diagnosed TB patients across eight institutions, focusing on body...

Aizawl, March 24 Mizoram recorded 145 deaths due to tuberculosis and 2,275 new tuberculosis cases over the past year, according to data released by the state Health Department on Tuesday.Of the 2,275 people diagnosed with tuberculosis last year, 1,364 were males and 911 were females, the data...

Palghar, March 24 A nine-year-old girl died of rabies after she failed to take the vaccine shots, citing fear of injections, in Palghar district of Maharashtra, officials said on Tuesday.Kashish Sahni, a Class 4 student and resident of Nalasopara West, succumbed to the infection at a hospital...

Mumbai, March 24 Maharashtra Congress Legislature Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Tuesday opposed the reported move to hand over a rare, historically significant vaccine strain from the Haffkine Institute to a private company, alleging it could adversely impact public health and make vaccines...

Diphu, March 24 Over 150 people fell ill after attending a wedding ceremony in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, an official said on Tuesday.Two seriously ill individuals have been admitted to the Diphu Medical College and Hospital, while the others were receiving treatment at the local...

Shimla, March 23 Hundreds joined a protest in Nalagarh in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh on Monday to demand the immediate closure of a pharmaceutical plant in the area, alleging that many residents were experiencing breathing difficulties due to toxic gases released from it.Prior to...

On the eve of World Tuberculosis Day, President Droupadi Murmu emphasized that tuberculosis continues to be a major public health challenge, affecting millions of lives worldwide. She urged all stakeholders to work together with unwavering determination to finally eradicate tuberculosis. In her...

On Monday, Meghalaya intensified its efforts to establish a science-based food safety system, with Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla emphasizing that strong laboratories, skilled personnel, and coordinated efforts are crucial. Shylla was speaking at a technical session at the State Food Testing...

Gandhinagar, March 23: Gujarat has achieved 94 percent of its tuberculosis (TB) detection target set by NITI Aayog and has recorded a clinical recovery rate of 91.74 percent, according to data released by the state health department ahead of World TB Day.Highlighting its progress in the...

New Delhi, March 23 President Droupadi Murmu on Monday called on all stakeholders to work together with a firm resolve to eradicate tuberculosis once and for all.In a message, she said that tuberculosis (TB) continues to pose a significant public health challenge, affecting millions of lives...

New Delhi, March 23 – The government is planning to commemorate World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2026 with a national event on March 24, to showcase key achievements, innovative strategies, and strengthened community engagement under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), according...

Pune, March 22 Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan said on Sunday that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's traditional systems of medicine have gained renewed global recognition.Addressing the 81st Foundation Day celebrations of Nisargopachar Ashram at Uruli Kanchan in...

Hyderabad, March 22 Researchers from CSIR-CCMB, along with partner institutions, have uncovered widespread patterns of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacteria across major Indian cities, offering new insights into a growing global health threat.Antimicrobial resistance occurs when...