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India's Cancer Deaths Jump 29% In A Decade, Outpacing New Cases
Total cancer cases increased from 13.9 lakh in 2015 to 15.3 lakh in 2024, a 10.4% rise. Over the same period, mortality climbed from 6.8 lakh to 8.7 lakh, a 28.6% jump.
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Maternal Mortality In Delhi Down From 0.55 In 2019 To 0.44 In 2024: Report
The Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) in Delhi has marginally declined from 0.55 in 2019 to 0.44 in 2024, according to a report.
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1 Million Children Under 5 Died Globally In 2023, India Second Highest Contributor: Lancet Study
Nigeria recorded the highest number of under-five deaths linked to 'child growth failure', while the Democratic Republic of Congo ranked third, a step below India, the findings published in The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health journal show.
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Urgent Action Needed As Child Deaths Projected To Rise Globally: Gates Foundation Report
On the occasion of the release of the 2025 Goalkeepers Report, Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman warned that the world is entering the first year of rising child deaths this century.
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India Records A Significant Decline In HIV: 49% Fewer Infections With 81% Drop In Mortality Rates
Between 2010 and 2024, India achieved 48.7 per cent decline in annual new HIV infections, 81.4 per cent reduction in AIDS-related deaths and 74.6 per cent decline in mother-to-child HIV transmission, the government said on Sun
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Indian Scientists Find Genetic Clues To Tackle Oral Cancer Among Women
A team of Indian scientists has discovered oral cancer-causing driver gene mutations in women patients in southern parts of the country.
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Reducing The Number Of Cigarettes You Smoke Will Not Help, Says New Study; This Will
A recent study published in PLOS Medicine highlights how smoking intensity and cessation can impact your heart, health and more.
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Can Sunlight Exposure Actually Reduce Cancer Risk?
Sunlight is a major risk for skin cancer while studies find that people with higher sun exposure have lower incidence or mortality for some cancers. Here's what we know about the sun and cancer link.
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Brazilian Butt Lift: Is It A Dangerous Cosmetic Procedure?
The most sought-after cosmetic procedure has a high mortality rate. Uncover the breakdown of the process, risks, and why it is so dangerous.
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Love Ramen? Eating This Comfort Food May Increase The Risk Of Early Death, Finds A Study
Your favourite ramen may pose a higher risk to your health than you think. A new study has found that it can even increase the risk of mortality
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World Environmental Health Day 2025: Indoor Air Pollution Impacts Every Indian Home
On World Environmental Health Day 2025, as the world rallies behind "Clean Air, Healthy People," Indian families must confront a silent crisis: indoor air pollution.
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma To Receive Zubeen Garg's Body In Delhi
The Government of Assam has also declared state mourning from September 20-22
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The Drug That's Being Used To Combat 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' In Kerala
Unlike global mortality rates of over 95% for Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), Kerala has improved survival to 24% by using early diagnosis, rigorous supportive care, and the drug miltefosine as part of its treatment protocol.
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Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan: PM Modi's New Women's Health Push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan on 17 September 2025, a campaign aimed at strengthening women's and children's health across India.
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Flavours, Sweeteners And Colours Make Worst Additives List, UK Study Warns
A new Lancet eClinicalMedicine study links artificial sweeteners to a higher all-cause mortality risk, while gelling agents like pectin may be protective.
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India's Cancer Deaths Jump 29% In A Decade, Outpacing New Cases
Total cancer cases increased from 13.9 lakh in 2015 to 15.3 lakh in 2024, a 10.4% rise. Over the same period, mortality climbed from 6.8 lakh to 8.7 lakh, a 28.6% jump.
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Maternal Mortality In Delhi Down From 0.55 In 2019 To 0.44 In 2024: Report
The Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) in Delhi has marginally declined from 0.55 in 2019 to 0.44 in 2024, according to a report.
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1 Million Children Under 5 Died Globally In 2023, India Second Highest Contributor: Lancet Study
Nigeria recorded the highest number of under-five deaths linked to 'child growth failure', while the Democratic Republic of Congo ranked third, a step below India, the findings published in The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health journal show.
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Urgent Action Needed As Child Deaths Projected To Rise Globally: Gates Foundation Report
On the occasion of the release of the 2025 Goalkeepers Report, Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman warned that the world is entering the first year of rising child deaths this century.
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India Records A Significant Decline In HIV: 49% Fewer Infections With 81% Drop In Mortality Rates
Between 2010 and 2024, India achieved 48.7 per cent decline in annual new HIV infections, 81.4 per cent reduction in AIDS-related deaths and 74.6 per cent decline in mother-to-child HIV transmission, the government said on Sun
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Indian Scientists Find Genetic Clues To Tackle Oral Cancer Among Women
A team of Indian scientists has discovered oral cancer-causing driver gene mutations in women patients in southern parts of the country.
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Reducing The Number Of Cigarettes You Smoke Will Not Help, Says New Study; This Will
A recent study published in PLOS Medicine highlights how smoking intensity and cessation can impact your heart, health and more.
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Can Sunlight Exposure Actually Reduce Cancer Risk?
Sunlight is a major risk for skin cancer while studies find that people with higher sun exposure have lower incidence or mortality for some cancers. Here's what we know about the sun and cancer link.
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Brazilian Butt Lift: Is It A Dangerous Cosmetic Procedure?
The most sought-after cosmetic procedure has a high mortality rate. Uncover the breakdown of the process, risks, and why it is so dangerous.
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Love Ramen? Eating This Comfort Food May Increase The Risk Of Early Death, Finds A Study
Your favourite ramen may pose a higher risk to your health than you think. A new study has found that it can even increase the risk of mortality
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World Environmental Health Day 2025: Indoor Air Pollution Impacts Every Indian Home
On World Environmental Health Day 2025, as the world rallies behind "Clean Air, Healthy People," Indian families must confront a silent crisis: indoor air pollution.
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma To Receive Zubeen Garg's Body In Delhi
The Government of Assam has also declared state mourning from September 20-22
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The Drug That's Being Used To Combat 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' In Kerala
Unlike global mortality rates of over 95% for Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), Kerala has improved survival to 24% by using early diagnosis, rigorous supportive care, and the drug miltefosine as part of its treatment protocol.
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Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan: PM Modi's New Women's Health Push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan on 17 September 2025, a campaign aimed at strengthening women's and children's health across India.
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Flavours, Sweeteners And Colours Make Worst Additives List, UK Study Warns
A new Lancet eClinicalMedicine study links artificial sweeteners to a higher all-cause mortality risk, while gelling agents like pectin may be protective.
