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Only two Nipah virus disease cases reported in West Bengal since last Dece
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
In this context, it is clarified that, as per reports received from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), only two confirmed cases of Nipah Virus Disease have been reported from West Bengal from December last year to date.
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Union health ministry holds two-day Chintan Shivir to strengthen influenza
Updated : 3 months ago IST
According to an official statement from the Ministry, the Chintan Shivir aims to provide a structured platform for deliberations among key stakeholders to strengthen preparedness and response mechanisms ahead of the upcoming influenza season in the country.
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India shows lower MRSA, VRE rates than US and Europe despite MDR findings:
Updated : 4 months, 1 week ago IST
Official sources from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) caution against misinterpreting the data and highlight the importance of surveillance, infection control, and stewardship. NCDC have also stated that the data pertain to a high-risk clinical cohort rather than the genera
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No contaminants found in cough syrup: MoHFW says investigating "all possib
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
While the ministry clarified on possible contamination of cough syrups, a multi-disciplinary expert team is also investigating all other possible causes for the deaths, with samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens also being investigated.
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NCDC and State drug controllers begin probe into recent deaths of children
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The recent deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan have been linked to a cough syrup, prompting an investigation and subsequent ban on the syrup's distribution.
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NCDC, Kerala Health Department monitoring brain-eating amoeba situation cl
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Official sources confirmed that the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and the Kerala Health Department are closely tracking the situation after the state reported 52 cases this year, affecting individuals aged 3 months to 91 years, with 33 males and 19 females diagnosed.
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath orders strict measures to prevent bird flu outbrea
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Taking cognisance of the potential threat of H5 Avian Influenza (Bird Flu), Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Wednesday, directed the departments concerned to take swift and coordinated action, said the statement.
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"Big step towards Viksit Bharat": Goa CM after Union Cabinet approves Rs 2
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
He further added that the scheme, aimed at empowering cooperatives and promoting rural development, is under the vision of 'Sahakar Se Samriddhi'.
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Cabinet approves Rs 2000 cr Grant-in-aid to National Cooperative Developme
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Based on a grant in aid of Rs 2000 crore to NCDC from FY 2025-26 to FY 2028-29, NCDC will be able to raise Rs 20,000 crore from the open market over a span of four years.
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Nipah virus outbreak: NCDC team in close contact with Kerala unit, activel
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
According to official sources, the deployment of a National Joint Outbreak Response Team (NJORT) is being considered.
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No linkage between COVID-19 vaccine and sudden deaths: Union Health Minist
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
According to a press release by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the matter of sudden unexplained deaths has been investigated through several agencies in the country. These studies have conclusively established that there is no direct link between COVID-19 vaccination and th
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"Nothing to be alarmed, take general precautions": Director-General of Hea
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) under the Union Health Ministry is closely monitoring respiratory and seasonal influenza cases in the country, and is in touch with international agencies, according to Official sources.
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