public health

City of Dreams turning City of Disease? as Diabetes and Respiratory Diseases Surge

A recent report by the Praja Foundation has painted a grim picture of Mumbai's health. The city, renowned for its…

4 months ago

Mumbai Hospitals Report Surge in Respiratory Infections Post-Diwali

Mumbai is currently grappling with a significant surge in respiratory illnesses following the recent Diwali celebrations. The city's air quality…

4 months ago

Mumbai’s De-Addiction Center Sees Surge in Young Patients

Mumbai's de-addiction centers are grappling with a significant increase in the number of young adults seeking treatment for substance abuse.…

4 months ago

Vijayawada’s Satellite Villages Urgently Need Basic Infrastructure Improvements

The satellite villages surrounding Vijayawada city are facing a pressing crisis in basic infrastructure, particularly in terms of drinking water…

5 months ago

Maharashtra Government to Expand Free Cancer Treatment Facilities

Mumbai, India: In a significant move to improve healthcare accessibility, the Maharashtra government has announced plans to provide free chemotherapy…

5 months ago

Mumbai Choked by Smog: Thermal Inversion and Rising Pollution Threaten Health

Mumbai, the bustling metropolis, has been grappling with a significant deterioration in air quality, primarily due to the phenomenon of…

5 months ago

Bombay High Court Slams BMC for Neglecting Public Health

Mumbai, India (October 10, 2024): The Bombay High Court has severely criticized the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for its "uncooperative…

5 months ago

BBMP’s New Initiative Targets Neglected Vacant Properties

In a proactive response to the rising concerns regarding poorly maintained vacant properties, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has…

5 months ago

Maharashtra Eases Open Space Rules for Glass Facades

In a significant policy shift, Maharashtra has amended its urban development regulations to facilitate the construction of glass facade commercial…

5 months ago

Mumbai and Pune Battles New Variant Of Chikungunya

The recent surge in chikungunya cases in Mumbai and Pune has prompted the Maharashtra state health department to investigate the…

6 months ago