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Bird flu mutating could cause pandemic 'worse than COVID-19': Expert
The bird flu virus poses a potential risk of causing a pandemic worse than COVID-19 if it mutates to transmit between humans, an expert said.
FSSAI orders nationwide removal of juices, electrolyte-drinks sold as 'ORS'
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered the immediate removal of fruit-based drinks, ready-to-serve beverages, electrolyte drinks, and similar products that are falsely marketed as "ORS" (Oral Rehydration Salts).
WHO to layoff over 2,000 employees amid budget crisis
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a major downsizing effort, with plans to cut almost 25% of its workforce—or over 2,000 employees—by mid-2026.
SC rejects year-long construction ban to tackle Delhi-NCR pollution
The Supreme Court ruled against a year-long construction ban in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) to improve air quality on Monday.
Ethiopia confirms deadly Marburg virus outbreak: Know symptoms and risks
Ethiopia has confirmed its first outbreak of the Marburg virus disease (MVD), with nine cases reported in the southern region near South Sudan.
Madhya Pradesh cough syrup tragedy: Accused doctor's wife arrested
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the cough syrup tragedy in Madhya Pradesh has arrested Jyoti Soni, the wife of accused doctor Praveen Soni.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor'; it could worsen further
Delhi's air quality has remained "very poor" for the third consecutive day, with the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 347 on Tuesday morning.
Maldives becomes 1st country to impose generational smoking ban
The Maldives has become the first country to impose a generational smoking ban, making it illegal for anyone born after January 1, 2007, to buy or sell tobacco products.
Rising global heat killing one person a minute: Report
The rising global heat is killing one person every minute, a report has revealed.
Gaza health crisis will last for 'generations to come': WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has warned that the health crisis in Gaza will have long-lasting effects.
Infectious diseases in Gaza 'spiraling out of control,' warns WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarm over the outbreak of infectious diseases in the Gaza Strip.
WHO names Coldrif among 3 'substandard' cough syrups in India
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an alert on three "substandard" cough syrups in India, including Coldrif, Respifresh TR, and ReLife.
WHO issues new guidelines on tuberculosis and undernutrition
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued new recommendations on tuberculosis (TB) and undernutrition as part of its new consolidated guidelines on TB.
WHO warns of global rise in antibiotic-resistant infections in hospitals
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a worrying increase in common infections in hospitals globally that are resistant to antibiotics.
WHO intervenes after 20 children die from toxic cough syrup
The World Health Organization (WHO) has sought immediate clarification from the Indian government after at least 20 children died in Madhya Pradesh from consuming a toxic cough syrup.
Cough syrup deaths: PIL in SC seeks CBI probe
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the deaths of 14 children in Madhya Pradesh, allegedly after consuming a cough syrup.
New COVID-19 variant 'Stratus' spreading in US, UK; know symptoms
A new COVID-19 variant, called "Stratus," is spreading rapidly in the United States and the United Kingdom.
World is now 1 step closer to ending HIV epidemic
A new injectable drug, Lenacapavir, that prevents HIV infection will soon be available at an affordable price in over 100 low-income countries.
Trump says Cuba has 'virtually no autism'; doctors disagree
United States President Donald Trump has made a controversial claim about autism in Cuba.
This device can extract drinking water from air without electricity
Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed an innovative atmospheric water generator.
What is deadly Chagas disease, spread by 'kissing bugs'
A deadly parasitic infection transmitted by kissing bugs has been reported in 32 US states.
Afghanistan earthquake death toll crosses 1,400
The death toll from the 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck northern Afghanistan late Sunday has reached 1,400, while more than 3,100 have been injured.
Netanyahu announces new plan to 'defeat' Hamas, draws backlash
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a new plan to "defeat" Hamas in Gaza.
14.3 million children globally remain unvaccinated, reveals new report
A new report has revealed that an estimated 14.3 million children across the globe are still completely unvaccinated.
Poliovirus found in sewage samples from 20 Pakistan districts
Pakistan is facing a major health crisis after the poliovirus was detected in sewage samples from 20 districts.
This experimental AstraZeneca drug can lower high blood pressure
AstraZeneca's experimental drug, Baxdrostat, has shown promising results in a late-stage trial for treatment-resistant hypertension.
After nipah virus death in Malappuram, another critical in Palakkad
A 38-year-old woman from Thachanattukara in north Kerala's Palakkad is currently undergoing treatment for the Nipah virus at the Government Medical College in Kozhikode.
DMK's regional ally leader apologizes after calling same-sex love 'perversion'
Thol Thirumavalavan, a leader of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Member of Parliament from Chidambaram, has apologized for his remarks on same-sex relationships.
WHO declares India trachoma-free, says PM in 'Mann Ki Baat'
In his latest "Mann Ki Baat" episode, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared India free of trachoma, an eye disease.
WHO adopts first-ever pandemic treaty—Will it make a difference?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted the first-ever global pandemic treaty, aimed at preventing and responding to future pandemics.
UN warns 14,000 babies could die in Gaza within 48hrs
The United Nations has issued a dire warning that without immediate intervention, around 14,000 babies could perish in Gaza within the next two days.
US absent from WHO's annual assembly: What's the impact?
For the first time since its inception in 1948, the United States is not attending the World Health Organization's (WHO) World Health Assembly, being held in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 19-27.
WHO members approve treaty to improve pandemic preparedness
The World Health Organization (WHO) has taken a major step toward global pandemic preparedness with its member states voting in favor of a new treaty.
Global life expectancy dropped 1.8 years in 2 years: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report detailing the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global health.
US health secretary's autism study sparks public health concerns
United States Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's recent autism study has alarm bells ringing in the medical community.
World Health Day 2025: History, significance, and this year's theme
World Health Day is celebrated on April 7 every year to celebrate the importance of good health.
Bangladesh and Chad were world's most polluted countries in 2024
Only seven countries met the World Health Organization's (WHO) air quality standards in 2024. They were Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia, and Iceland.
India likely undercounting heat-related fatalities, says ex-WHO chief scientist
India is "most likely" undercounting heat-related deaths due to a lack of robust data, said Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization (WHO) and health ministry advisor.
Scientists discover new part of immune system with antibiotic potential
Researchers have found a previously unknown component of the immune system, with potential implications for treating infectious diseases.
What's the 'crying' disease in Congo that has killed 60
A mysterious illness has killed at least 60 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.