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Active COVID Cases Rise in India, Karnataka and Gujarat Worst Hit

By BPN News Desk June 11, 2025

India has reported a fresh spike in active COVID-19 cases, with the national tally crossing 6,800. The sudden rise, observed in early June, has put health authorities on alert, with Karnataka and Gujarat emerging as the worst-affected states. Health officials are attributing the spike to increased transmission of a new variant, XFG, and are urging […]

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India Detects 163 Cases of XFG COVID Variant Amid Surge

By BPN News Desk June 10, 2025

India is witnessing a renewed rise in COVID-19 cases as health authorities confirm the spread of a new Omicron-derived variant, XFG. The country has recorded 163 confirmed cases of the variant, coinciding with a national active caseload that now stands at approximately 6,815. XFG Variant Spreads Across States The XFG variant, first identified in Canada, […]

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India’s COVID-19 Death Toll Rises to 37 Amid Fresh Surge

By BPN News Desk June 4, 2025

India has reported five more fatalities due to COVID-19, bringing the national death toll to 37 as of June 3, 2025. The fresh deaths include two from Maharashtra and one each from Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. These numbers reflect a steady rise in COVID-related complications as India faces a new wave of infections. […]

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World Health Assembly Adopts Historic Pandemic Agreement to Strengthen Global Health Security

By BPN News Desk May 20, 2025

The 78th World Health Assembly, convened in Geneva on May 20, 2025, has adopted a landmark Pandemic Agreement aimed at ensuring a more equitable and coordinated global response to future health emergencies. This historic decision comes in the wake of lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic and seeks to address the longstanding disparities in global […]

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India Faces Hidden Epidemic of Chronic Illnesses, Reveals Apollo Hospitals Report

By BPN News Desk April 8, 2025

India is grappling with a silent but massive public health challenge: a growing epidemic of chronic, non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Recent findings point to an alarming rise in conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, cancer, and mental health disorders across the country. Despite rapid advancements in healthcare access and technology, India is now facing the

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Norovirus Outbreak Affects Over 200 on Luxury Cruise Ship

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

A norovirus outbreak has affected more than 200 individuals aboard the luxury cruise ship Queen Mary 2 during a 29-day voyage through the Eastern Caribbean, raising renewed concerns about onboard health safety during long-haul cruises. The outbreak occurred as the vessel sailed from Southampton and was confirmed while docked in New York on March 18. […]

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Survey: 57% of Corporate Men in India Deficient in Vitamin B12

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2025

A recent survey has revealed that more than 57% of corporate men in India suffer from Vitamin B12 deficiency, highlighting a growing health concern among professionals. The findings point to unhealthy lifestyle habits, poor dietary choices, and high levels of work-related stress as major contributors to the issue. Rising Vitamin B12 Deficiency in Corporate Workforce […]

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India’s Sleep Crisis: Nearly Half of Employees Report Fatigue-Induced Sick Leave

By BPN News Desk March 2, 2025

A growing concern in India’s workforce is the increasing impact of sleep deprivation on employee health and productivity. Recent data indicates that 47% of employees have taken sick leave at least once due to fatigue-related issues. This highlights the urgent need for better workplace strategies to promote healthy sleep habits. Employer Initiatives and Existing Gaps

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WHO Implements Cost-Cutting Measures Following U.S. Withdrawal

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2025

The World Health Organization (WHO) is enacting cost-saving strategies and reassessing its health program priorities in response to the United States’ decision to withdraw from the agency. The U.S., previously the WHO’s largest financial contributor, accounted for approximately 18% of its funding. The withdrawal has intensified the WHO’s financial

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Pune Reports 59 Cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome; Health Officials Advise Calm

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2025

Pune has reported 59 cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder where the body’s immune system attacks the peripheral nerves. Despite the uptick in cases, medical professionals advise residents not to panic, emphasizing that GBS is treatable and most patients recover fully with appropriate medical care. GBS often presents with initial