Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said the influenza A (H1N1) strain is not new and has been in circulation since 2025, as Delhi recorded 1,777 cases this year. ICMR added that current vaccines are "well matched" to fight the strain. "The cases are largely depicting mild symptoms and mortality rate remains low," Hindustan Times reported quoting an ICMR official.
LocalHostHQ, a startup accelerator, and Superhealth, a healthcare startup, organised a party on Saturday night at one of Superhealth's hospitals in Bengaluru, sparking criticism online. A Google engineer called the event deeply insensitive, adding that if the organisers ever had someone they love hospitalised, they'd see the problem. "Superhealth has an enemy for life in me," wrote another user.
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A woman has gone viral for performing pull-ups in a wheelchair at a gym, with fellow women helping her reach the bar and achieve her goal. Shared by Abril Alfaro, the video shows her determination as she completes the exercise despite initial doubts. She hopes to reach 10 pull-ups before the year ends, inspiring viewers online. Earning widespread praise online.
Years of investment in sewage treatment and common effluent treatment plants have brought a measurable improvement in some pollution parameters in the Buddha Nullah but the latest monitoring data show that the battle is far from over. A comparison of samples taken in January 2025 and April 2026 at 13 locations along the Buddha Nullah shows a sharp fall.
Measles is making a dangerous global comeback in 2026, with nearly 11 million infections projected as vaccination gaps widen. Children who remain unvaccinated face the greatest risk of severe complications, including pneumonia, encephalitis, blindness and hearing loss. Experts stress that strengthening routine immunisation and closing immunity gaps are essential.
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DRC's Ebola outbreak is spreading rapidly, with 5,290 confirmed cases and 2,516 deaths reported by August 21, according to Africa CDC. The outbreak has reached six provinces and 56 health zones. Experts warn that limited case detection, armed conflict and delayed medical care could make it deadlier than the 2014-16 West Africa outbreak.
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, marked World Hand Surgery Day by honouring survivors of severe hand and upper-limb injuries who recovered through advanced reconstructive and microsurgical procedures. Doctors stressed that quick treatment and timely referral to specialised centres can improve recovery, restore movement and function.
An 8-year-old boy from Kurnool developed severe kidney injury after a snakebite. He was admitted to KIMS Cuddles with reduced urine output, swelling and breathing difficulty. Doctors provided intensive care, haemodialysis and close monitoring. His kidney function gradually improved, and he recovered. Experts urged immediate hospital care
With H1N1 cases rising across several Indian states, health experts are urging people to follow simple precautions to reduce the spread of infection. While there is no need for alarm, children and vulnerable groups should take extra care. Annual flu vaccination, regular handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, avoiding close contact with sick people and staying home when unwell can help.
