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Health Ministry decriminalizes procedural lapses under Clinical Establishments Act

The amendments introduce graded penalties, strengthen the adjudication process, and aim to reduce litigation while maintaining regulatory oversight and quality standards across healthcare facilities nationwide.

DR Congo reports 1,094 Ebola cases as WHO records highest first-month outbreak caseload

The outbreak has claimed 277 lives since May, with health authorities warning of continued community transmission and heightened risks of regional spread despite expanded treatment and testing capacity.

obesity

Australia’s obesity crisis deepens as adult obesity rate climbs to 32.8%

More than two-thirds of Australian adults are now overweight or obese, with obesity emerging as the country’s leading health risk factor.

Probe launched after eight women fall ill following C-sections at Jodhpur hospital

Samples of medicines, IV fluids, and consumables used during the procedures have been sent for testing, while an AIIMS team and local authorities investigate the cause.

India emerges as key vaccine partner for Africa during Ebola health emergency: Report

The Serum Institute is working with global health organizations and African stakeholders to accelerate vaccine development, trial preparedness, and equitable access for affected countries.

Seven killed, dozens hospitalized after suspected ammonia gas leak at Tamil Nadu seafood unit

More than 60 workers were affected at the Tiruvallur facility, prompting a government inquiry, compensation for victims' families, and statewide inspections of hazardous industries.

NITI Aayog marks International Yoga Day with focus on healthy ageing and wellness

Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri joined officials in yoga and meditation sessions as NITI Aayog highlighted the role of yoga in promoting physical, mental and emotional well-being under this year's theme, ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing’.