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February 25, 2025 2:35 PM

Nigeria reports 80 deaths in Lassa fever outbreak

At least 80 deaths have been reported across 11 states in Nigeria amid the latest outbreak of Lassa fever, public health authorities said. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) said that 413 confirmed cases of Lassa fever have...

February 22, 2025 11:38 AM

Ayush ministry’s campaign sets five Guinness World Records

The Ministry of Ayush’s nationwide campaign, Desh Ka Prakriti Parikshan Abhiyaan, has secured five Guinness World Records, marking a milestone in holistic healthcare and promoting global awareness of Ayurveda.   The campaign set a record for the...

February 21, 2025 5:22 PM

India no longer dependent on foreign aid for tackling AIDS: NACO

India is no longer dependent on foreign aid or funding to tackle the burden of AIDS, said Dr Uday Bhanu Das, Deputy Director General of the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, on Friday. Speaki...

February 21, 2025 4:08 PM

Experts stress mental health and stigma reduction for adolescents

Addressing mental health needs and breaking the stigma surrounding psychological issues is essential for the well-being and development of adolescents, according to psychology experts.   Adolescence is marked by rapid physical, psychological, and ...

Last updated on: 22nd July 2026

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