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No cause for concern over HMPV in India, say health authorities as cases d
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Amid growing concern about Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the country, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava on Monday reviewed the present situation of respiratory illnesses in the country and the status of public health measures for its management.
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Revolutionizing Health: Staywell's Air Purifiers Gain Star Support
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], January 6: As air pollution continues to threaten public health, Staywell Technologies has made strides with its innovative Necklace Air Purifier, launched in 2022. Utilizing advanced ionization technology, this stylish wearable neutralizes harmful pollutants, providing a
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Afghanistan outperforms Pakistan in polio battle: A setback for Pakistan
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
As Afghanistan makes strides in its battle against polio, Pakistan faces mounting challenges with a higher number of reported cases. The situation in Pakistan raises concerns about the country's strategies and efforts to eliminate polio, with experts pointing to deep-rooted issues.
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Telangana: Dr Bharati Kulkarni takes charge as Director of ICMR-National I
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Dr Kulkarni has a specialization in paediatrics from Pune University and has a Master's degree in public health from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, USA. She has earned a doctoral degree from Queensland University of Technology, Australia.
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Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's health sector struggles despite billions in
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Despite more than ten years of governance by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province of Pakistan, the province's public health system continues to face major challenges. The anticipated improvements in healthcare services and reforms have not been realized, lea
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Haryana Cabinet approves key amendments to civil services rules, increases
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The Haryana Cabinet met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini in Chandigarh on Saturday. The Cabinet approved the proposal of the Finance Department to amend the Haryana Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2008, and the Haryana Civil Services (Assured Career Progression)
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BYC condemns cancer crisis in Balochistan amid environmental degradation,
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The BYC highlighted that the region grapples with the absence of clean water facilities, further exacerbating the public health crisis.
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Annual malaria cases declined from 7.5 cr in 1947 to 20 Lakh by 2023
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
India's journey toward a malaria-free future is a story of remarkable transformation and progress. At the time of independence in 1947, malaria was one of the most pressing public health challenges, with an estimated 7.5 crore cases annually and 800,000 deaths. Over the decades, relentless e
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Empowering Youth: Students Learn About Cancer Detection, Treatment, and Ho
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 24: For many youngsters, cancer remains an abstract and frightening concept that would mean - the end of life. This public health concern is often surrounded by fear, myths, and uncertainty due to limited open discussions about this complex disease. Th
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Delhi: MCD issues order to identify illegal Bangladeshi migrant children i
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has issued an order to identify illegal Bangladeshi migrant children in schools and to ensure that no illegal Bangladeshi migrants are issued birth certificate.
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Pakistan: Haphazard dumping of solid waste causing environmental hazards i
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
For over two decades, solid waste has been dumped haphazardly near the Jhal Road Overhead Bridge in Sahiwal, causing severe environmental and health issues. Despite a PKR 1.8 billion development project, the city still lacks a permanent dumping site. Residents report air pollution, contamina
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UAE: University of Sarjah launches centre of excellence for public health
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The University of Sharjah (UoS) has launched the Centre of Excellence for Public Health, part of the Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences (RIMHS).
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