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As Diwali festivities continue, ophthalmologists in Pune are urging caution following a spate of eye injuries related to firecracker use.
The Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital in Hyderabad reported receiving 48 individuals with eye injuries linked to Diwali firecrackers, according to a hospital official on Friday.
Bengaluru has reported 56 firecracker-related eye injuries across six hospitals between October 31 and November 1, highlighting concerns about safety during the festive season.
According to Ram Babu, Sub-inspector at Banjara Hills Police Station, the police received a complaint about Reshma’s death and the food poisoning of at least 15 others linked to the same vendor.
Food safety officials uncovered significant violations at Zomato’s Hyperpure warehouse in Kukatpally during an inspection on October 29, 2024.
A shocking incident occurred on Tuesday when a resident from Narhe casually asked if he could break a television set in the office of civic health officer Dr. Nina Borade at the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) building.
A worrying incident occurred during a caesarean section at a state-run hospital in Kolkata, where a rusted pair of scissors broke, raising alarms about the quality of surgical instruments used in medical procedures.
Strokes, once considered a risk for older adults, are increasingly affecting young people in Bengaluru. Hospitals report a significant rise in young stroke cases, which were almost unheard of just a few years ago.
A nine-year-old boy suffering from chronic kidney disease received a transformative kidney transplant at Yenepoya Medical College Hospital, Deralakatte, thanks to an extraordinary gesture from his 64-year-old grandmother, who donated her kidney.
KALGHATGI: A health scare has erupted in Mutagi village, Kalghatgi taluk, Dharwad district, where over 70 individuals fell ill after consuming contaminated water between Wednesday and Thursday. Reports indicate that ten people are currently receiving treatment at KIMS Hospital in Hubballi, while 36 others are being cared for at the Kalghatgi taluk hospital. Fortunately, timely […]
The program screened children from anganwadis up to pre-university (PU) level, with Mangaluru taluk recording the highest number of cases at 4,596, including 207 severe cases requiring blood sucrose or transfusions.
Cricketer Yuvraj Singh’s non-profit organization, YouWeCan Foundation, has come under fire for a breast cancer awareness campaign that controversially compares breasts to “oranges.”
In a recent crackdown on unlicensed medical practices, the Ballari health department has shut down a clinic on Pinjar Lane that was allegedly providing illegal infertility treatments.
Bengaluru is witnessing a significant surge in cases of dry eye syndrome, with doctors reporting more than double the incidents in recent years. The rise is attributed to factors such as excessive screen time, worsening air quality, and poor lifestyle choices.
In a move to enhance medical research and healthcare technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and Mangalore University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding.
Ashok (33), an employee at a fast food center in Kuppepadavu, tragically passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest while at work on Saturday
The health department has confirmed that a boy who died in Jaipur’s state-run SMS Hospital on October 9 was a victim of diphtheria.
In today’s fast-paced work environment, ensuring the safety and well-being of your team is more critical than ever. Accidents and medical emergencies can happen at any time, and having a well-prepared team that is first aid certified can mean the difference between life and death.
With over 101 million Indians currently living with diabetes, the study highlights that lifestyle changes, particularly in urban areas, are driving this public health challenge.
The disease affects the eyes, leading to complications such as trichiasis, where the eyelids turn inward, causing eyelashes to rub against the eyeball, resulting in severe pain and potential corneal damage.
