Health — Page 2
Medicine, disease, hospitals, healthcare, public health and treatments
AINU performs Vizag's first robotic Boari flap reconstruction
Visakhapatnam's Asian Institute of Nephrology & Urology conducts the city’s first robotic Boari flap reconstruction to treat a long-segment ureteric stricture in a 50-year-old woman. The patient recovered quickly after a minimally invasive surgery that removed a ureteric stone and relieved obstructi
Detergent served instead of salt sickens 34 Bihar children
Thirty-four students from a Nalanda district school fell ill after a midday meal on August 18, 2026. Authorities confirmed they were treated at a Biharsharif hospital, with the cause being investigated and officials vowing action.
WHO action against Saima Wazed under scrutiny, calls for independent probe
Saima Wazed, WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia since Feb 2024, remains on indefinite leave since July 2025 amid ACC corruption cases in Bangladesh. She seeks an independent inquiry and has questioned WHO’s handling, alleging political interference by Bangladesh’s interim government.
Bihar school lunch: detergent mistaken for salt, 34 kids hospitalised
In Nalanda district, 34 students fell ill after a midday meal at a government school when detergent powder was added by mistake. All patients were treated and are reported healthy and out of danger.
Global toll of foodborne parasites reaches 171 million illnesses in 2021
A WHO-led analysis estimates 171 million illnesses worldwide from foodborne transmission of invasive parasites in 2021, part of 277 million illnesses from potentially foodborne parasites. The study highlights nematodes as the largest contributor and notes notable deaths from neurocysticercosis and c
Bengaluru launches QR-based system to report unhygienic food
Bengaluru's health minister unveiled a QR code-based platform for citizens to report unhygienic food and kitchen conditions, with officials to follow up on complaints and a toll-free number to be established soon as part of the Eat Right campaign.
H1N1-like illness hits Clarence High School in Bengaluru, classes canceled
A flu-like outbreak at Clarence High School in Bengaluru’s Richards Town sickened over 500 students and 21 staff. At least two H1N1 cases were confirmed, with one staff member hospitalized, prompting a temporary school closure through August 18.
Summer COVID-19 Wave Expands Across the U.S., CDC Reports
CDC data through Aug. 12, 2026 show infections rising in all 50 states as summer transmission spreads. The agency notes regional differences and emphasizes multiple data sources to monitor the wave while outlining ongoing testing, treatment, and vaccination updates.
Parliamentary panel flags private sector as cost driver in Telangana healthcare
A parliamentary committee attributes higher hospital costs in Telangana to the growing private sector and gaps in public care, citing NSS data from 2025. It highlights stark cost differences nationwide and calls for public facility improvements to curb private reliance.
ICMR-NIN study links vitamins to cognitive health in older adults
A Hyderabad-based study by ICMR-NIN analyzed 184 adults aged 55–85, finding that deficiencies in vitamins D, B2 and B9 were common among those with mild cognitive impairment and that higher levels of vitamins D and B6 correlated with better cognitive performance.
MCR TIMS Sanathnagar to open as Telangana’s largest public hospital
Telangana's MCR TIMS Sanathnagar hospital is slated for inauguration by the chief minister on Aug 17, 2026. The facility encompasses 1,082 beds with 300 ICU beds and 15 operating theatres, making it the state's largest tertiary public hospital since 2014.
Punjab's cashless health scheme eases family medical costs
Punjab's MMSY offers cashless treatment up to ₹10 lakh per family annually and has enrolled over 2.6 million beneficiaries. In seven months, more than six lakh treatments were recorded across 880 empanelled hospitals, with notable use in dialysis, cancer, and cardiac care.
Foundayo oral GLP-1 pill approved in UK, could cut injection use
The UK regulator approved Foundayo (orforglipron), a daily oral GLP-1 pill for weight management and type 2 diabetes, joining FDA-approved status earlier in 2026. Trials show weight loss and HbA1c reductions, with simpler dosing than injectable GLP-1 drugs.
Kelly Ripa says over-brushing led to gum graft surgery
Kelly Ripa revealed that brushing too much caused gum recession and required a graft. She described a multi-year delay in treating the issue and a two-week recovery with a ten-day talk-free period.
US Sees Summer Covid Surge Amid Wastewater Data and Rising Emergency Visits
Emergency department visits for COVID-19 are increasing in the U.S., with infections growing in 43 states. Wastewater data indicates moderate to high activity in several states, becoming a key tracking method as at-home testing declines.
Toddlers Hospitalised with Kidney Failure After Petting Zoo Visit
Two toddlers in Victoria have been hospitalised with severe kidney failure after contracting a dangerous E. coli bacteria from a petting zoo. Health authorities are investigating the cases, which have led to serious complications including permanent brain damage in one child.
COVID-19 Shifts to Summer Surge in the U.S., Health Officials Note
COVID-19 appears to be transitioning from a winter illness to a summer phenomenon in the United States, with health officials observing a clear shift over the past few years. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports rising cases in 43 states, indicating a national trend.
Louisiana Vibrio Toll Holds at Five as 2026 Case Count Rises to 10
Louisiana listed 10 Vibrio vulnificus cases and five deaths by August 12, 2026. All reported cases involved wound or seawater exposure, while direct climate attribution remains unproven.
Shared Exercise Boosts Marital Communication and Reduces Conflict, Study Finds
Couples who exercise together report better communication and less conflict compared to those who exercise individually. This finding suggests physical activity can positively impact relationships beyond personal health benefits.
First Volunteer Receives Oxford’s Bundibugyo Ebola Vaccine
Oxford has dosed the first participant in a 50-person safety study of an experimental Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine. Later trials in Uganda and DR Congo are planned to test it further.
Apollo Hospitals Reaches 2,000 Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Surgeries
Apollo Hospitals in Chennai has achieved a significant milestone, completing 2,000 robotic-assisted joint replacement surgeries. The advanced technique enhances precision and personalized planning in knee and hip replacements.
Karnataka Kidney Swap Transplant Initiative Yet to Yield Results
Four months after Karnataka launched guidelines for multi-pair kidney transplants, no such procedure has been completed. One approved case failed due to a family misunderstanding.
Nellore Organ Donation Walk Draws 3,000 Participants
Approximately 3,000 individuals participated in an organ donation awareness walk in Nellore on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Organized by Narayana Medical College and Hospital, the event aimed to educate the public on the significance of organ donation.
Measles Cases Rise in Pennsylvania Amid State Outbreak
Pennsylvania is experiencing a growing measles outbreak, with 232 cases reported statewide, including 57 in the past week. Officials urge vaccination as measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe complications.