Chikungunya returns: WHO warns of global risk from mosquito-borne virus epidemicThe World Health Organization has issued a warning about the resurgence of the chikungunya virus, reminiscent of the 2004-2005 epidemic. Or...
23 Jul, 2025, 08.00 AM IST
Two Zika virus cases confirmed in Woodlands; pregnant women advised to take precautionsHealth authorities have confirmed two Zika virus cases in Singapore’s Woodlands neighborhood. The National Environment Agency (NEA) and Com...
19 Jun, 2025, 11.08 AM IST
Health emergency: Dengue fever outbreak declared in Rarotonga, New ZealandCook Islands faces a dengue fever outbreak in Rarotonga. Seven cases are confirmed, prompting a swift response. The government initiates 'O...
25 May, 2025, 08.58 AM IST
CDC sounds alarm over rising dengue cases amid spring vacationers' joyThe US CDC on March 18 released a HAN advisory to call attention to the rise in dengue cases in parts of the US, and also globally. It adde...
25 Mar, 2025, 09.51 PM IST
Monsoon Maladies: Malaria is more prevalent in the rainy season, 5 ways to stay safeDuring the monsoon season, heavy rainfall and increased humidity create ideal environments for mosquito breeding, especially among Anophele...
28 Jun, 2024, 05.50 PM IST
As infection cases rise in Delhi, doctors advise to maintain hygeine, avoid self medicationConjunctivitis, which at this moment is common in Delhi, is also caused by viruses or bacteria and presents as eye redness, itching, eye di...
06 Aug, 2023, 03.55 PM IST
Delhi floods raise concerns for public health: Experts stress preventive measuresFloods caused by the Yamuna River in Delhi pose several health risks that require attention, warn health experts. These risks include water...
14 Jul, 2023, 05.48 PM IST
Dengue cases rising in India: Everything you must know about common signs, precautions & treatmentThe dengue symptoms, if any, can last for two-seven days.
27 Sep, 2022, 01.26 PM IST
Centre asks states to analyse Covid situation, strengthen health infrastructureThe Health Secretary Rajesh highlighted the emerging challenge of Serotype-II Dengue in 11 states which is associated with more cases and c...
18 Sep, 2021, 05.05 PM IST
Can you get Covid-19 & dengue at the same time? Experts say it's possible, treatment can be complicatedFor a treating doctor it is like 'walking a tight rope'.
26 Sep, 2020, 05.16 PM IST
Covid-19, dengue double infection treatment complicated; needs balanced approach: ExpertsDelhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia was shifted to LNJP Hospital on Wednesday for COVID-19 treatment and tested positive for dengue ...
25 Sep, 2020, 04.04 PM IST
Over 1,150 dengue cases in Delhi, 50% rise in last one weekOver 770 cases were reported till September 3 this season. Out of the total number of cases, August alone has accounted for 652.
12 Sep, 2016, 05.40 PM IST
Zika virus: Symptoms, treatment & preventionHaving caused worldwide concern because of its connection to a neurological birth disorder, we list some facts about it.
29 Jan, 2016, 01.47 PM IST
How to avoid catching monsoon maladiesAs monsoon brings along an assortment of ailments, here are some basics to prevent yourself from falling sick.
02 Jul, 2015, 02.14 PM IST
India almost wins battle against malaria, sees steady fall in casesThough there has been a spurt in dengue cases in the past couple of years, the number of malaria cases across the country has actually decl...
22 Nov, 2013, 11.17 AM IST
- Why do Michael Bloomberg & Mamata Banerjee differ on consumption patterns?
A study released this week in the US that concluded that not all obese people are unfit, has given an unexpected heft to the West Bengal CM...
07 Sep, 2012, 05.07 AM IST
- First case of Dengue death in Delhi
The first dengue death of the Capital was reported on Saturday as a 22-year-old man succumbed to the disease at Maharaja Agrasen Hosptial i...
14 Oct, 2007, 05.24 AM IST