The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached a critical stage, with the number of deaths rising to 930, highlighting the severe humanitarian and public health challenges facing the country. Health authorities continue to battle the deadly virus through surveillance, treatment, contact tracing, and vaccination campaigns, but the outbreak remains...
Health authorities in the United States are investigating a widespread Cyclospora outbreak that has been linked to lettuce supplied to Taco Bell restaurants, following thousands of reported illnesses across the country. The outbreak has renewed concerns about food safety, fresh produce handling, and supply chain monitoring, as officials work to determine the exact source of...
India recorded an estimated 6.79 lakh “zero-dose” children in 2025—children who did not receive even the first dose of a routine vaccine during their first year of life—according to a new global health assessment. While the country has continued to make progress in expanding immunisation coverage, the findings underline the need to reach children living...
The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling one of its most serious Ebola outbreaks in recent years, with the number of confirmed infections surpassing 2,000 and the death toll reaching 754. Health authorities continue to intensify surveillance, treatment, vaccination, and community awareness campaigns as they work to contain the spread of the deadly virus. According...
New Zealand has officially confirmed its first case of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus in a wild seabird, marking a significant development in the country’s ongoing efforts to monitor and contain the global spread of bird flu. The confirmation comes only weeks after neighboring Australia reported its own H5N1 detection, highlighting the increasing...
A tragic medical incident in Kerala has sparked widespread concern after a two-year-old child died following the administration of anaesthesia for the treatment of what was reportedly a minor injury. The heartbreaking case has prompted health authorities to initiate an investigation to determine whether established medical procedures were followed and if any negligence contributed to...
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s ongoing battle against Ebola has suffered a major setback after a section of frontline health workers involved in the outbreak response launched a strike over delayed salary payments. The industrial action comes at a critical stage of the epidemic, with the number of deaths nearing 600 and concerns growing that...
A tragic maternal healthcare incident has emerged from Madhya Pradesh, where a woman delivered quadruplets inside an auto-rickshaw while being transported to a hospital. Despite efforts to rush her for medical treatment, all four newborns died shortly after birth, raising serious concerns about emergency healthcare accessibility and the condition of maternal services in the region....
Mumbai’s food safety authorities have initiated strict enforcement measures against six eateries across the city after inspections revealed alarming hygiene violations, including the presence of rats, cockroaches, and expired food products. The action forms part of an intensified effort to ensure food safety standards are maintained and to protect consumers from potential health risks associated...
A major public protest erupted in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district after the death of a 23-year-old woman following childbirth at a government hospital triggered allegations of medical negligence and demands for accountability. The incident has drawn widespread attention, prompting authorities to initiate an official inquiry while family members continue to seek justice. The deceased, identified...