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This ‘dinosaur tree', which survived for 90 million years was found growing in a hidden canyon in AustraliaDinosaur tree found in Australia: A 'living fossil,' the Wollemi pine, once thought extinct, was rediscovered in Australia in 1994. This an...
Indore water contamination reason: How a deadly outbreak began after toilet sewage mixed with the drinking water lineIndore water contamination: Indore, India's cleanest city, faces a health crisis. Contaminated water in Bhagirathpura caused a severe outbr...
Kerala: Amebic Meningoencephalitis death toll on the rise, 17 out of 66 infected people deadKerala Health Department has revised figures on Amebic Meningoencephalitis cases and deaths in the state. As per the latest update, so far ...
Reliance family announces ten-point flood relief plan for PunjabReliance Foundation is helping Punjab flood victims. They are working with the government to aid over 10,000 families in affected areas lik...
640 gastroenteritis cases, 312 typhoid, 193 jaundice, and more: Ahmedabad logs over 1,000 waterborne illnesses in just 25 daysAhmedabad is grappling with a surge in waterborne diseases this summer, particularly in the eastern part of the city, due to contaminated d...
'Religion is important, but': Doctor warns after patient develops severe lung infection from Mahakumbh dipHigh faecal bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj raises health concerns during Mahakumbh. A woman developed a severe lung infection after taking ...
Is Mpox fatal? Is there a vaccine? Do Indians have immunity? Here are all the answers about the highly infectious Monkeypox virusIndia has increased vigilance following the WHO's highest-level alert on monkeypox. Steps include airport and seaport health screenings, an...
Here's why popular street food momos in monsoon can be dangerousDuring the monsoon season, enjoying street foods like momos can be risky due to increased contamination from bacteria, viruses, and fungi. ...
Heatwaves: A reminder to focus on health as part of climate actionHeatwaves are affecting a huge proportion of India’s population with health problems, including heatstroke, dehydration and worsened chroni...
After COVID, WHO defines disease spread 'through air'WHO and experts define disease spread through the air, emphasizing ventilation importance and evidence of airborne spread, crucial for prev...
UN Climate talks embrace first-ever 'Health Day' amidst urgent calls to tackle global warming's health impactPreceding the UN climate talks, heightened focus emerges on global warming's health impact. The WHO highlights extreme heat, air pollution,...
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...
How to protect yourself from monsoon-related diseasesWith a few preventive measures and cautious steps, you can protect yourself from monsoon-related diseases. By practicing personal hygiene, ...
Health advisory issued as temperature soars in KeralaThe State Health Department's move came a day after a heat index report from the KSDMA showed extreme 'feels like temperature' in many part...
- UN: 5.7 million Pakistani flood victims to face food crisis
A top U.N. official announced an increase in the humanitarian appeal for Pakistan to $816 million, from $160 million, amid rising deaths fr...
Committed to provide comfortable infrastructure to troops along border, says BSF IG"BSF Jammu is committed to provide comfortable infrastructure to its troops on border outposts (BOPs) and these buildings are constructed w...
UK water experts develop device to help save lives in IndiaExperts at the University of Birmingham announced that they have developed device which can quickly test whether water supplies are safe to...
Things you can do to beat the heat this summerYou can ensure a productive summer by eating and drinking the right things, and the following healthy habits.
Dengue: Delhi private blood banks asked to give platelets for freeAssuring that they have adequate supply of blood and platelets with them, the city government said that it will ensure that there is no sho...
Pakistan diverts rivers to save cities from floodsIn Pakistan, the breaches at the overflowing Chenab River were performed overnight as floodwaters reached Multan.