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Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis: A Rare but Devastating Complication of Measles

"WE do not wish to see our children suffer every single minute of the day. They are in pain, unable to move or speak,...

A Revolutionary Male Contraceptive Pill Offers Hope — But Hesitation Remains

Despite decades of advancement in reproductive health, contraceptive options for men remain shockingly limited. While the FDA has approved over 20 forms of birth...

Lifestyle Disorders in Pregnancy: A Growing Burden on Maternal Health in India

Prevalence of Hypertension, Diabetes, and Thyroid Disorders During Pregnancy in Indian Women: An Observational Study Pregnancy is a remarkable physiological...

8 Simple Ways to Cut Microplastic Exposure from Your Daily Life

Microplastics—tiny plastic particles often as thin as a human hair, typically less than 5 millimetres in size—have quietly invaded...

Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and West Bengal Account for Nearly 50% of India’s Low Birthweight Babies

Despite notable progress in reducing low birthweight (LBW) across India over the past 30 years, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and...

Serum Institute of India Launches Nationwide Campaign to Raise Awareness on HPV-Cancer

The Serum Institute of India (SII) launched the "Conquer HPV & Cancer Conclave 2025" in Pune, marking the start of...

When a Child Feels There’s No Way Out: A Psychologist Explains

In Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, a 20-year-old youth died by suicide after his mother refused to cook chicken for him....

Positive Health Shift: Infant, Neonatal Mortality Declines in UP, Says Latest SRS Data

In a positive sign for public health in Uttar Pradesh, the state has reported a decline in both neonatal...