Why a Family Physician May Be the Right First Doctor Choosing the right doctor at the start can reduce confusion and fragmented care. A family physician evaluates the broader health picture, manages routine concerns, and coordinates specialist referrals, while emergencies require immediate treatment.   Family Physician for First Consultation: Why Start Here New Delhi, July 22, 2026: Choosing a family physician

India Approves QDENGA Dengue Vaccine for People Aged 4–60 India has approved Takeda’s QDENGA as its first authorised dengue vaccine for people aged 4–60. The live-attenuated vaccine targets all four dengue virus serotypes and is administered in two doses, three months apart. India has approved QDENGA, making it the country’s first authorised vaccine for preventing dengue. The Drug Controller General of India has granted market authorisation for its use am

Sonam Wangchuk Health Monitoring Ordered as July 20 Parliament March Nears The Delhi High Court has directed authorities to regularly monitor activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health as he continues his indefinite hunger strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. Despite growing concern over his physical condition, Wangchuk has urged supporters not to ask him to end the fast and instead participate in a peaceful march to Parliament on July 20, 2026. The court’s inte

Sonam Wangchuk Refuses to End Fast as Health Concerns Deepen New Delhi, July 16, 2026: Activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk continued his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on Thursday, with the protest entering its 19th day amid growing concern over his health. Wangchuk began the fast on June 28 in solidarity with the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party, or CJP. The group is protesting alleged irregularities in competitive

Kadapa Covid Cases Prompt Increased Health Surveillance in Andhra Pradesh Updated: July 15, 2026, Andhra Pradesh has strengthened Covid-19 surveillance after two people who tested positive for the virus died and eight active cases were reported in YSR Kadapa district. State health officials have described the infections as sporadic and said the situation should not be treated as evidence of a fresh outbreak. Rapid response teams hav

Indore ‘Paper Hospital’ Row: 87 Posts Sanctioned, But No Building For 6 Years Indore, July 6, 2026: A proposed 100-bed civil hospital in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore has triggered a political controversy after reports revealed that 87 government posts were sanctioned and staff transfers continued, even though the hospital building has not been constructed for six years. The issue relates to the proposed Khajrana Civil Hospital, which was approved in 202

Huawei Band 11 series has been launched in India with prices starting from Rs 3,999 under market operating price. The new fitness band lineup includes Huawei Band 11, Huawei Band 11 Metal and Huawei Band 11 Pro, offering AMOLED displays, health tracking features and up to 14 days of battery life. Huawei Band 11 Price In India Huawei has introduced three models in the Band 11 lineup for Indian buyers. The series is

Recurring Dandruff Causes: Why Your Scalp Flakes Keep Coming Back Dandruff is one of the most common scalp problems, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. Many people think dandruff happens only because of poor hygiene or a dry scalp. In reality, recurring dandruff can be linked to excess oil, sweat, humidity, product build-up, and a change in the scalp’s natural balance. For some people, flakes disappear after using an anti-dandruff shampoo fo

Princess Of Wales Takes On Tough Endurance Challenge Catherine, Princess of Wales, has completed Britain’s National Three Peaks Challenge after her cancer recovery journey, turning the demanding endurance event into a powerful message of healing, resilience, and hope. The challenge involves climbing the highest peaks in Scotland, England, and Wales within 24 hours. For Kate Middleton, the journey was not only a test of physical strength but also a pers

19-Month-Old Boy Allegedly Loses Vision After Wrong Drops Given at Madhya Pradesh Hospital A 19-month-old boy has allegedly lost vision in both eyes after a suspected medical error at a civil hospital in Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar district. The child’s family has accused the attending doctor of negligence, claiming that nasal drops were mistakenly administered into the boy’s eyes during treatment. Health authorities have ordered an enquiry into the matter.

Nashik Teen Death After Td Vaccine: Batch Suspended, Probe Ordered Nashik, June 26, 2026: A 17-year-old girl died after collapsing shortly after receiving a Td vaccine dose at a municipal immunisation camp in Nashik, with officials suspending the vaccine batch as a precaution and ordering a detailed AEFI probe. Officials have not confirmed any direct link between the vaccine and

International Day Against Drug Abuse 2026: Theme, History And India’s Anti-Drug Efforts The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2026, also known as World Drug Day, is observed on June 26 to raise awareness about drug abuse, addiction, prevention, and illegal drug trafficking. The day highlights the need for stronger action by governments, communities, s

New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at strengthening medicine safety and improving supply chain transparency, the Centre has expanded its QR code-based tracking system to include vaccines, anti-cancer medicines, antimicrobials, and narcotic and psychotropic drugs. The Union Health Ministry has amended the Drugs Rules, 1945, by placing these categories of medicines under Schedule H2. The amendment makes it mandatory for

CM Vijay Joins Start Run Stop Drugs Run At Chennai Marina Chennai, June 26, 2026: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay flagged off and joined the “Start Run, Stop Drugs” anti-drug awareness run at Chennai’s Marina Beach on Friday, marking International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Source: YouTube

QR Code On Medicines In India: Govt Expands Rule To Fight Fake Drugs The Indian government has made QR codes mandatory on several critical medicines, including vaccines, antibiotics, anti-cancer drugs, and psychotropic medicines, in a major step to curb fake drugs and improve medicine safety. The Health Ministry has notified amendments to the Drugs Rules, 1945, expanding India’