Health
Stay updated with the latest health news, policies, and medical advancements from Odisha and beyond. Covering healthcare initiatives, wellness tips, disease prevention, and expert insights, this section provides valuable updates for a healthier life.
COVID-19 Situation in India: Crucial Meeting Scheduled on May 28
India's health authorities are set to hold a high-level meeting on May 28 to discuss the current COVID-19 situation in the country. The meeting, chaired by the Central Health Secretary,...
Delhi, Mumbai, Kerala on Alert as COVID Cases Rise Again
After months of decline, COVID-19 infections are making a comeback in India, with major urban centres like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kerala witnessing a surge in cases. The resurgence is primarily...
Nimapada CHC Gets Swayam Health ATM
In a significant stride towards modernising healthcare in rural Odisha, the Nimapada Community Health Centre witnessed the inauguration of a state-of-the-art digital health kiosk, dubbed the Swayam Health ATM, on Wednesday....
COVID-19 Precautions for High-Risk Patients – Health Experts Recommend Masks
Amid concerns over the spread of COVID-19, particularly its Omicron subvariant, Odisha's Health Director has urged individuals with serious illnesses such as kidney disease to wear masks as a precautionary...
Odisha Health Minister Turns Decade-Long Wait into 7-Hour Miracle for Differently-Abled Girl
In a remarkable display of administrative efficiency, Odisha’s Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, has resolved a decade-long struggle for Sangita Sahoo, a differently-abled girl from Teragaon village...
CBSE Declares War on Sugar! New Health Initiative Unveiled
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has mandated the installation of 'Sugar Boards' across all affiliated schools in India. The initiative aims to curb excessive sugar consumption among students...
Yoga Unplugged: Inspiring Youth to Embrace Wellness
As the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 approaches, the "Yoga Unplugged" initiative is gaining momentum among youth across India. The campaign, designed to make yoga more accessible and engaging...
Covid Cases Spike Across Asia, But Odisha Remains Unaffected
With Covid-19 cases rising in Asian nations such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand, the Odisha Health Department has assured citizens that the state has yet to register any fresh...
Global Life Expectancy Takes a Hit in COVID: WHO Issues Urgent Health Warning
WHO’s 2025 Report Warns of Slowing Global Health Gains The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm on global health progress in its latest World Health Statistics report for...
First-Ever CRISPR Treatment Saves Baby with Rare Liver Disorder
In a groundbreaking medical first, doctors have successfully used CRISPR base editing to treat a rare genetic liver disorder in a baby. The experimental treatment, carried out by researchers at...
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