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Govt made remarkable strides in combating TB, committed to eliminating it: Nadda
New Delhi, March 24: The government has made remarkable strides in combating tuberculosis -- the world's deadliest infectious disease, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on World Tuberculosis (TB) Day on Monday.
Kerala Health Minister's Delhi trip a bluff, say Asha workers; launch indefinite fast
Thiruvananthapuram, March 20: Three of the agitating Asha workers launched an indefinite fast on Thursday as their protest in front of the state Secretariat entered its 39th day.
Delhi Health Minister targets reducing weight in 100 days
New Delhi, March 13: Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Thursday set a target of 100 days to reduce weight and improve his health.
Zambia vaccinates 672,100 people in cholera hotspots
Lusaka, March 4: Zambian health authorities announced that 672,100 people in three districts battling a cholera outbreak have received oral cholera vaccines.
Strict action against violators: Karnataka bans use of plastic in making idli in restaurants
Kalaburagi, March 1: The Karnataka government has banned the use of plastic in preparing idlis across all hotels in the state after the Health Minister flagged the presence of "toxic chemicals."
Indonesia to send 27 doctors abroad for cardiology training amid high mortality rate
Jakarta, Jan 8: The Indonesian government has announced plans to send 25 doctors to China and two doctors to Japan to enhance their skills in treating cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of death in Indonesia.