United Nations: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday said that yoga, which originated in ancient India, has evolved into a truly universal practice that benefits millions of people across different faiths and cultures around the world. Speaking on the occasion of the 12th International Day of Yoga, Guterres noted that yoga’s enduring appeal lies Read More…
Leh: Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan has begun his first official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh, a three-day tour that will focus on border-area development and the promotion of wellness through yoga. During the visit, the Vice-President is scheduled to travel to the Vibrant Village of Lukung on June 20, where he Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: A 70-year-old man from Thrikkaruva in Kollam district has died after contracting leptospirosis (rat fever), health officials said on Thursday. At present, seven people are undergoing treatment for leptospirosis in various hospitals across Kollam district. The Health Department also stated that around 20 people with symptoms of the disease are under observation. Meanwhile, fever Read More…
Thrissur: As part of efforts to ensure food safety during the monsoon season, the Food Safety Department carried out extensive inspections across Thrissur district. Around 60 inspections were conducted by special squads operating in the Thrissur, Chalakudy, Nattika, and Irinjalakuda circles. Authorities issued compounding notices and imposed penalties on nine establishments where serious violations were Read More…
Thrissur: In the wake of reported Shigella infection cases in the Thrissur district, a review meeting was convened under the chairmanship of Minister O. J. Janeesh to coordinate preventive and containment measures. The meeting was attended by District Collector Shikha Surendran, District Medical Officer (Health) Dr. T. P. Sreedevi, officials from the Microbiology Department, Education Read More…
Kozhikode: A fresh case of Shigella infection has been confirmed in Kozhikode district, raising concerns among health authorities. A nine-year-old boy from Thuneri has tested positive for the bacterial infection after being treated for fever and diarrhoea at the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. The test result was received after the child had recovered and returned Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is currently confronting a serious public health crisis as the continued spread of leptospirosis (rat fever), dengue fever, and various viral infections threatens both the social and economic well-being of the state. Health and environmental experts point out that the roots of these diseases extend far beyond hospitals and healthcare facilities, originating instead Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The death toll due to Shigella infection in Kerala has risen to five after two more fatalities were confirmed by the state health department on Monday. Among the latest victims is Arjav, a seven-year-old boy from Pookkottur in Malappuram district, who died while undergoing treatment at the Government Medical College Hospital in Kozhikode. According Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India has made significant progress over the last 12 years in ensuring affordable and accessible healthcare for all. He noted that the country takes pride in running the world’s largest healthcare programme, Ayushman Bharat, which provides quality medical treatment to economically vulnerable sections of society. Highlighting key Read More…
The District Medical Officer (DMO) of Palakkad has denied reports that cholera cases were confirmed in the district, contradicting an earlier statement made by Health Minister K. Muraleedharan. DMO Dr. T.V. Rosh clarified that no cholera cases have been reported in Palakkad. Following the DMO’s statement, the Health Department also revised its earlier position. On Read More…