Health
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MCR TIMS Sanathnagar sees 600 outpatients daily; surgeries likely soon
The inaugural executive council meeting for MCR TIMS Sanathnagar in Hyderabad was chaired by Health Minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha. The hospital is treating about 600 outpatients daily and plans to begin surgeries once ICU and operation theatres are sterilised.
Safe Onam: Food Safety wing tightens mass-catering oversight
Kerala's Food Safety wing has stepped up checks for Onam mass-catering, testing common ingredients and enforcing hygiene, licensing, and handling standards. Officials warn of spoilage risks and outline practices to prevent contamination during the festival.
Delhi Health Dept drives against adulterated paneer ahead of festivals
Delhi's Food Safety Department intensified checks, destroying 508 kg of spurious paneer and collecting 22 enforcement samples across districts as Raksha Bandhan approaches. Health officials promise strict action against violators.
Unclaimed bodies strain Thrissur MCH mortuary amid cremation backlog
A backlog of unclaimed bodies at Thrissur Government Medical College Hospital has left the mortuary near full. Authorities warn that this could disrupt post-mortems and force transfers to other district mortuaries as cremation arrangements and local logistics prove challenging.
Railway noise and health in India: findings and solutions
DTU-led research documents widespread railway noise well above residential limits near Delhi, correlating with sleep disturbance and stress indicators. Studies suggest a need for timed train operations and engineering measures like long-welded rails and improved braking to reduce exposure.
Karnataka suspends food licences of online platforms over Datura sale
Karnataka suspended the food licences of Amazon, Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket after toxic Datura fruits and seeds were found being sold as food. The action targets platforms and suppliers, with compliance reports and hearings to determine potential revocation.
Four fall ill after Datura-leaf curry in Kakinada district
Four people from a single family were hospitalised after consuming curry prepared with Datura leaves in Yerrampalem village, Gandepalli mandal. Their condition was reported as out of danger by the district health official while they were under observation in Kakinada city.
Two-year-old seizure-free after epilepsy surgery at Hyderabad hospital
A two-year-old girl from Bhongir underwent advanced epilepsy surgery at Yashoda Hospitals in Secunderabad, removing a left temporal lesion. Post-surgery EEG showed no abnormal activity and she was discharged within a week, becoming seizure-free.
Eight-year-old boy recovers from severe kidney injury after snakebite in Kurnool
An eight-year-old boy from Sanjamala village, Kurnool district, recovered from severe acute kidney injury after a snakebite treated with intensive care and haemodialysis at KIMS Cuddles. Early hospitalisation and renal support were pivotal.
Maharashtra rolls out tribal malaria incentives in Gadchiroli
Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district launches incentives to boost malaria testing among tribals and to incentivize traditional healers to refer cases, aiming for earlier treatment in a high-endemic area.
ICMR: No new H1N1 strain identified as swine flu cases rise
ICMR sources say there is no new H1N1 strain detected amid rising swine flu cases in Delhi and other regions. The circulating influenza A(H1N1) viruses are reportedly well matched with Northern Hemisphere vaccine strains.
Doctors urge organ donation to meet rising demand in India
Indian doctors used a Shivamogga event marking World Organ Donation Day to call for more donations. They cited rising transplant numbers in 2025 and a growing waiting list as of March 2026, and described brain-dead and living-donor options.
Fire in NICU in Chhindwara hospital kills infant, two others burn
A fire in the NICU of a government district hospital in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, killed a newborn and injured two others. The blaze started around 1:50 am, traced to a radiant warmer’s filament coil, with staff moving patients to safety and authorities ordering an investigation.
Massive parasitic fibroid removed in Bengaluru through uterus-preserving laparoscopy
A 4.65-kg parasitic fibroid was removed in Bengaluru via minimally invasive, uterus-preserving surgery. The procedure used 5 mm laparoscopic incisions and a mini-laparotomy morcellation technique to extract the fibroid and reconstruct the uterus.
Experts say India nears integrative mental health reform
A webinar highlighted a push for evidence-based pluralistic mental health care in India, merging modern science with traditional practices. Government and academic leaders cited policy recognition and ongoing co-location efforts as steps toward integrated care.
How Bengaluru locals keep street dogs dry and fed in the monsoon
In Bengaluru’s monsoon, residents sustain a network that shelters, feeds and treats street dogs. Simple, low-cost shelters, dry food and basic first aid form a continuous care routine across community spots and shelters.
Pet insurance grows as veterinary bills rise in India
Rising veterinary costs are pushing pet owners toward insurance in India. The Hindu details cases showing how bills can reach lakhs and how policies differ in coverage and reimbursement.
Three-Foot Doctor: Ganesh Baraiya Fulfills Medical Dream After Court Victory
A man with dwarfism, denied MBBS admission due to height, later graduated as a doctor after a Supreme Court ruling. He began duty as a Medical Officer in Bhavnagar in 2025 and shared his journey publicly.
Delhi logs over 1,700 swine flu cases this year amid influenza rise
Delhi has reported more than 1,700 swine flu cases this year as seasonal influenza infections rise during monsoon. Health officials plan a review with national officials while hospitals are instructed to ensure treatment capacity and monitoring of infection patterns.
Nadda reviews Delhi’s H1N1 response amid case spike
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda met Delhi officials to review H1N1 trends, surveillance, and hospital readiness as Delhi reports a spike during the monsoon season. The briefing focused on epidemiology, diagnostics, and preventive measures.
High-dose vitamin D linked to better cognition in at-risk adults
A small Emory University study found that taking 5,000 IU or more of vitamin D daily was associated with better cognitive performance in adults with sleep disturbances and mild cognitive impairment, suggesting timing and supplementation may influence dementia risk.
Karnataka rail stations audit finds expired dairy, unhygienic handling
State FDA-led inspections across 36 railway stations uncovered expired dairy, fungal growth on produce, and use of newspapers and non-food-grade materials in food prep. Findings spanned 112 establishments, with action planned under food-safety rules.
Tamil Nadu unveils Chief Minister's Elderly Health Insurance Scheme
Tamil Nadu announced a new health insurance plan for seniors aged 70+, offering free treatment across empanelled hospitals, as part of expanded geriatric outreach. The scheme follows prior integration with AB-PMJAY and targets roughly 38 lakh elderly citizens.
Shigellosis reappears in Keralam; 3-year-old hospitalised
A 3-year-old from Kottukal in Thiruvananthapuram district was admitted to SAT Hospital with shigellosis, confirmed on August 18, 2026. Additional cases were reported across several districts as health authorities renewed public warnings during festival season.