Public health
As Population Rises, UP's Healthcare System CollapsesThese data, from the 2015 Rural Health Statistics (RHS), indicate how successive UP governments have neglected affordable, accessible and quality healthcare for the 200 million people
- Mexico Declares Public Health Emergency Over Obesity, Diabetes
Mexico has declared a public health emergency over the rapid increase in obesity and diabetes.
- E-Cigarettes a 'Major Public Health Concern': US Surgeon General
E-cigarette use is exploding among young people and is now "a major public health concern," the US Surgeon General warned Thursday, sparking disagreement from experts in Britain where the devices are seen more favorably.
- What Do Tweets Say About Our Health?
Tapping into the Twitter stream could help researchers understand how healthy peoples lifestyles are and how to target improved public health, according to a recent study.
- ICYMI: Street Vendors In Paris Seen Storing Food In Sewers, Report Uncovers
A report by the local French newspaper, Le Parisien, has uncovered hygienic concerns posed by certain street food stalls in the French capital.
- Urine Near Stall, Dog Eating Meat, Mice Near Salsa: Shocking Street Food Complaints In LA
Los Angeles, California, US, is estimated to have around 50,000 street vendors operating across the city.
- Video: Tukaram Mundhe Appreciates The Massive Public Support He Has Received
"If we want to make India a superpower, that cannot happen without a healthy India," Tukaram Mundhe said.
- Philippines Set to Roll Out Tough No-Smoking Law
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is set to sign a regulation this month banning smoking in public across Southeast Asia's second-most populous country, rolling out among the toughest anti-tobacco laws in the region.
- Pokemon Go's Health Benefits are Moderate, Short-Lived: Study
Claimed to boost physical activity levels and promote public health, augmented reality game Pokemon Go's health benefits are just moderate as well as short-lived, researchers say.
- Black Particles, Strange Colour Found In Alkaline Water Manufactured In Gujarat, Rs 31 Lakh Stock Seized
The regulator seized stock worth around Rs 31.61 lakh after finding labelling gaps and a non-permitted ingredient in the product
