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Andhra Pradesh Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav announced the removal of 43 Civil Assistant Surgeons for prolonged absence, some up to four years. This follows a similar action in May when 51 doctors were removed. The government is conducting inquiries under civil service rules.
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A Plum Health Insurance study found that Mumbai residents show increased acidic urine, low iron, and low haematocrit during summer, unlike classic dehydration markers seen in dry regions. The analysis of 1,382 patients suggests humid coastal climates affect health markers differently.
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The Central government has removed cough syrups from the list of drugs allowed for over-the-counter sale, making prescriptions mandatory. This decision follows several incidents of contamination leading to child deaths and aims to curb self-medication and strengthen regulatory oversight.
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Health experts highlight that addressing student well-being—including nutrition, screen time, and mental health—is essential for India’s development. Fostering healthy habits early can help harness the demographic dividend and build a resilient nation.
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Serum Institute of India has announced a 20% price increase for three essential vaccines, citing higher production costs. The move is likely to impact government procurement for nationwide immunisation programmes, though the vaccines will still be provided free to the public.
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A PAN India report claims that Indian doctors are often untrained to diagnose chronic pesticide-related illnesses, leading to missed diagnoses in farming communities. It highlights links to conditions like cancer and anaemia, and recommends enhanced medical training and multi-state studies to investigate the health impacts.
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One more person on the contact list of a Nipah patient in Kerala’s Kozhikode has been discharged, leaving only four under hospital observation. Samples from domestic animals and bats have been sent for testing, and a central health team is assisting local doctors.
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The FDA suspended Guru Nanak Dairy's retail licence in Pune after suspected food poisoning from malai pedas sent several people, including children, to the ICU. Investigations are ongoing, with lab results awaited to determine further action.
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Srinivasan, a 59-year-old government employee from Andhra Pradesh, was declared brain-dead after a road accident. His family donated his organs, enabling transplants at Naruvi Hospitals and CMC Vellore.
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The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 and the subsequent re-exam have triggered a mental health crisis among aspirants, with many reporting anxiety, burnout, and emotional numbness. Psychiatrists explain that prolonged uncertainty disrupts recovery from exam stress, leading to psychological burnout. Experts stress the need to prioritise emotional wellbeing and remind students that one exam does not define their future.
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A shortage of psychiatric social workers in Kerala government hospitals is impacting mental healthcare delivery, with 11 of 19 sanctioned posts vacant. Recruitment is stalled due to non-notification of revised qualification criteria under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017. Employed workers also face salary disparity compared to equally qualified clinical psychologists.
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Food safety inspections in Hyderabad revealed unhygienic conditions at three eateries, including cockroach infestation, expired food, and improper storage. Authorities issued improvement notices and discarded unsafe food, underscoring routine checks to ensure public health compliance.
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Shigellosis cases in Kerala have risen to 167 with six deaths in 2025, including a confirmed death in Malappuram. Health authorities are enhancing surveillance and public awareness, urging hygiene measures to contain the bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water.
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District Collector Rajakumari Gania and SP Sunil Shoran joined a Yogandhra yoga session in Nandyal, part of the state's health initiative. They stressed yoga's benefits for physical and mental well-being and urged residents to practice daily.
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