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![]() At least 94 killed in Gaza overnight as strikes hit aid queues and shelters Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published | |
![]() Israel Continues To Strike Gaza Amid Trump’s Ceasefire Claims | Kills 34 | UN Aid Trucks Looted Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:33Published | |
![]() People urged to prepare as heatwave sparks health warnings Credit: ODN Duration: 00:42Published | |
![]() Israeli forces open fire near Gaza aid site, killing 3, health officials say Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 07:03Published | |
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Sudden deaths in Hassan: Drivers a high-risk group, says health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao; experts advise cardiac screening, CPR trainingInvestigations into sudden deaths among young adults in Hassan, Karnataka, have spotlighted auto and cab drivers as a high-risk group. Health officials plan screenings due to factors like lifestyle,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Maharashtra records 10 new COVID-19 cases on July 10On July 10, Maharashtra reported 10 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total active cases to 2,613 since January 2025. All patients show mild symptoms, and the recovery rate has improved to 96.5 per..Mid-Day - Published | |
COVID-19 cases continue downward trend in Maharashtra; only 8 new infectionsMaharashtra is seeing a steady decline in COVID-19 cases, with just 8 new infections reported on July 6. All patients show mild symptoms. The recovery rate has climbed to 95.92 per cent, with 2472..Mid-Day - Published | |
Israeli strike kills 20 in Gaza; Trump says expects Hamas reply to truce proposal soonAn Israeli airstrike in Gaza resulted in at least 20 Palestinian deaths, according to local health officials. The strike targeted a tent encampment in Khan Younis and Jabalia. Amidst the violence, US..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Dengue fever surges in US states prompt health officials to brace for new normalnewKerala.com - Published | |
Andhra Pradesh: Sweeper performs delivery on woman; baby diesIn Kakinada district, a newborn's death at a community health center sparked protests after allegations that a sanitary worker performed the delivery. Family members claimed negligence, while health..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Madurai temple feast: Over 80 hospitalised after food poisoning; probe orderedA temple festival in Virudhunagar district has led to a mass hospitalization, with at least 85 people admitted to hospitals in Madurai and Virudhunagar due to suspected food poisoning. Health officials..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Emergency declared in 2 US states! Wildfire smoke forces outdoor activity warnings nationwideMassive wildfires in Canada have triggered widespread air-quality alerts across 14 US states, impacting millions. The blazes, fueled by climate change and dry conditions, have forced tens of thousands..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Gujarat Covid Surge: 451 Active Cases, Omicron LF.7.9 & XFG Variants Drive Rise In 2025Gujarat reported 451 active Covid-19 cases in June 2025, driven by Omicron sub-variants LF.7.9 and XFG Recombinant. Ahmedabad, a hotspot with 50 new cases, sees seven deaths, including a pregnant teen...Zee News - Published | |
Active Covid cases cross 3,000 mark, Kerala tops listIndia's active Covid-19 cases have surpassed 3,000, with Kerala reporting the highest number. Recent data indicates a rise in cases over the past ten days, accompanied by a few deaths. Health officials..IndiaTimes - Published | |
COVID-19 resurges: Early symptoms and severityIndia is witnessing an increase in COVID-19 cases, with the total number of active infections reaching 1,010, as per latest reports. Among the states, Kerala is experiencing the highest surge, followed..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Covid cases rise in Kolkata as 2 more test positive across age groupsKolkata is experiencing a rise in Covid-19 cases, with two new infections reported on Monday, affecting a wide range of age groups. Since May 19, thirteen individuals have tested positive, though the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Bihar reports first Covid-19 case of current waveBihar has reported its first COVID-19 case of the current wave, involving a 31-year-old Patna resident with no recent interstate travel history. The infected individual is receiving treatment at a..IndiaTimes - Published | Mumbai sees 35 new Covid-19 cases, May count reaches 242Maharashtra has seen a slight increase in COVID-19 cases, with Mumbai experiencing the most significant rise, reporting 242 cases in May alone. While the state has 209 active cases, health officials..IndiaTimes - Published |
Jharkhand filmmaker Lal Vijay Shahdeo tests positive for Covid-19, hospitalisedLal Vijay Shahdeo, a filmmaker, tested positive for Covid-19 after returning to Ranchi from Mumbai, marking the state's first case in the current surge. He lost consciousness on the flight and was..IndiaTimes - Published | COVID-19 Cases Rise In Kerala, Tamil Nadu, And Maharashtra; Health Ministry Issues New AdvisoryIndia reported a rise in COVID-19 cases, with Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra seeing the highest numbers. Two new variants detected. Health officials urged precautions and issue fresh guidelines...Zee News - Published |
3 babies test Covid-positive in BengaluruKarnataka reported 15 active Covid-19 cases, including a nine-month-old baby, prompting health officials to address rising concerns. While two other babies tested positive in Bengaluru, experts suggest..IndiaTimes - Published | Thane reports 10 Covid-19 cases; patients recovering: TMCThane Municipal Corporation chief Saurabh Rao has urged all hospitals and health officials to remain alert and ready for any situation, an official statement saidMid-Day - Published |
Measles alert after Shakira’s MetLife concertA measles alert has been issued following Shakira's New Jersey concert on May 15, where over 55,000 fans gathered. Health officials are urging attendees to monitor for symptoms until June 6 due to an..IndiaTimes - Published | New salmonella outbreak tied to same Florida grower with tainted cucumbers last yearUS health officials are probing a new salmonella outbreak linked to Florida-grown cucumbers from Bedner Growers, distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales. At least 26 people across 15 states have..IndiaTimes - Published |
Karnataka reports active Covid-19 casesKarnataka has reported 16 active Covid-19 cases, while India maintains control over the broader national situation with 257 active cases as of May 19. Health officials indicate that most infections are..IndiaTimes - Published | 60 killed in overnight Israeli strikes on Gaza, death toll reaches 300 in recent attacksIsraeli airstrikes in Gaza have reportedly killed 60 Palestinians, according to AP, citing health officials, amidst ongoing conflict with Hamas. Strikes continued despite international condemnation,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 10 people, mostly women and childrenOvernight Israeli strikes in Gaza resulted in 10 fatalities, predominantly women and children, as reported by local health officials. The Israeli military asserts its targets are militants, attributing..IndiaTimes - Published | Man dies after consuming meat, THIS country records first Anthrax death in 3 decadesHealth officials in Thailand have confirmed the death of a 53-year-old man from Anthrax, a serious bacterial illness, after consuming raw meat. The DDC linked the death with the consumption and..DNA - Published |
RFK Jr.'s mixed message about the measles outbreaks draws criticism from health officialsMeasles cases rose in the U.S. Public health officials noticed issues in the Trump administration's response. A letter to pediatricians was delayed. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s approach..IndiaTimes - Published | 2-year-old eats raw meat, dies of bird flu in Andhra PradeshA two-year-old girl from Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu district has died of avian influenza (H5N1) after consuming raw chicken. This is the state's first documented human fatality from bird flu. Health..IndiaTimes - Published |
Deadly disease spreading in Congo may be malaria: ReportHealth officials in Congo suspect a mysterious disease that killed 52 people and sickened 943 in Equateur province to be either malaria or food poisoning. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, vomiting, and..IndiaTimes - Published | Wadala man dies of Guillain-Barré Syndrome; BMC says no need to panicHealth officials say those who experience weakness should contact closest civic medical facility to get tested; according to BMC’s health department, the man was admitted to Nair Hospital with..Mid-Day - Published |
Mumbai reports first Guillain-Barré Syndrome case in 2025; BMC on alertSixty-four-year-old woman from Andheri recovering well as civic body assures preparedness; health officials said that while the exact cause of GBS remains unknown, it is often triggered by viral or..Mid-Day - Published | 63-year-old GBS patient dies in Pune, toll stands at 6 & caseload at 173The death toll due to Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) in Pune rose to six as a 63-year-old patient passed away due to complications. Health officials confirmed the presence of Campylobacter jejuni in..IndiaTimes - Published |
Maharashtra reports 130 suspected cases of GBS Syndrome, two fatalitiesMaharashtra has seen a significant rise in suspected Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) cases, with 130 reported, including two fatalities. Health officials suspect contaminated water sources may be the..Mid-Day - Published | 4 cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) confirmed in RajasthanHealth officials in Jaipur confirm four cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), all patients receiving treatment at SMS Hospital. Investigations are underway to determine if undercooked poultry or..IndiaTimes - Published |
Hospital nurse dies in Uganda in first Ebola virus outbreak since 2022, health ministry saysA 32-year-old nurse in Uganda has died from Ebola, marking the first fatality since the 2023 outbreak ended. The nurse, employed at Mulago Hospital in Kampala, developed a fever and was later diagnosed..IndiaTimes - Published | Who funds the world health organisation? A list of its biggest donorsPresident Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the world health organization (WHO) has caused the agency to lose its largest funder, with the US projected to contribute $958 million, or nearly 15..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rate of HMPV infections in northern China declining: Health officialHuman metapneumovirus cases in northern China are decreasing, as confirmed by health officials. No new infectious diseases have been identified, and the virus, related to the respiratory syncytial..IndiaTimes - Published | 5 Kolkata labs detected 30-odd HMPV cases in Nov-Dec 2024, all patients recoveredFive major Kolkata labs diagnosed 30 cases of human metapneumovirus in Nov-Dec 2024. Despite no unusual surge, state health officials are monitoring the situation. Hospitals are holding internal..IndiaTimes - Published |
Jharkhand Health Department Issues Alert As HMPV Cases Rise In Four StatesJharkhand health officials boost vigilance and preparedness following the detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases across four states.Zee News - Published | 'Strict isolation, proper documentation': Delhi health officials issue advisory to tackle HMPV outbreakDelhi health officials released guidelines for tackling Human MetaPneumoVirus (HMPV) and other respiratory ailments, highlighting the necessity of isolating suspected cases, reporting through the IHIP..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Infections tend to peak during winters': China dismisses virus outbreak concerns as seasonal occurrenceChina describes the rise in respiratory infections as a common seasonal trend during winter despite reports of a flu outbreak overwhelming hospitals. Authorities maintain that the situation is less..IndiaTimes - Published | India monitoring reports of HMPV spread in China, no cause for panic: Health ministryIndian health agencies are monitoring reports of a new human metapneumovirus variant in China. Authorities reassured that it's a common respiratory virus, with current infrastructure well-equipped to..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Quad-demic' threat looms as winter viruses surge across USThe United States faces a "quad-demic" this winter, with flu, Covid-19, RSV, and norovirus surging due to increased indoor activities, holiday gatherings, and weakened immune systems. Health officials..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Dead' man comes alive after ambulance on way to funeral hits speed bump in MaharashtraA family was shocked when their deceased relative, Pandurang Ulpe, appeared to revive after an ambulance hit a speed bump, causing his fingers to move. Initially declared dead due to a heart attack,..IndiaTimes - Published |
US reports first severe bird flu case with mutations. Here’s what you need to knowHealth officials are alarmed by a mutated H5N1 bird flu virus in a Louisiana patient, raising concerns about potential human transmission. Genetic changes in the virus may enhance its ability to bind..IndiaTimes - Published | Azerbaijan plane crash: Viral video shows aircraft taking nosedive, crashing near Aktau airport, WATCHA plane carrying 105 passengers and five crew members crashed near Kazakhstan's Aktau airport on Wednesday, killing four people and leaving several injured, Al Jazeera reported, citing health officials..DNA - Published |
Polio survivor McConnell draws red line on vaccine debate in Trump’s cabinetSenate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell cautioned against undermining vaccine confidence, seemingly targeting President-elect Trump's health secretary nominee, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a known vaccine..IndiaTimes - Published | Middle East Latest: 3 Young Siblings Among 6 Killed In Israeli Strikes In Gaza, Medics SayIsrael's war in Gaza has killed more than 43,000 people, Palestinian health officials say. The officials do not distinguish between civilians and combatants, but say more than half of those killed were..Zee News - Published |
Anti-vaxxer gets 5-year jail for ‘encouraging terrorism’Patrick Ruane, a 55-year-old British man, was sentenced to five years in prison for encouraging terrorism through social media posts. Ruane used the Telegram messaging app to incite violence against..IndiaTimes - Published | Canada reports first human case of bird flu after teen tests positiveA teenager in British Columbia, Canada, has contracted the H5 strain of bird flu, marking the country's first confirmed human case. Health officials are investigating the source of the infection,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Diphtheria returns in Rajasthan, kills 6 kidsIn Rajasthan's Deeg district, six children under 10 years old have died from diphtheria in the last 30 days despite high immunisation rates. Among the deceased, two were vaccinated, three were not, and..IndiaTimes - Published | Health officials issue allergy alert as wasps thrive during Hurricane HeleneIn the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, health officials are addressing a surge in wasp stings due to disturbed nests. Floodwaters have led to increased stinging incidents, prompting efforts to stock up..IndiaTimes - Published |