Health Life

International Nurses Day 2026 highlights the evolving expectations from the next generation of nurses. Healthcare employers today seek skilled, compassionate, and adaptable professionals who can handle modern medical challenges while delivering quality patient care in fast-changing healthcare environments.

Over 100 people have fallen ill with norovirus aboard Caribbean Princess cruise ship during a 13-day voyage. CDC confirmed the outbreak, and infected passengers were isolated while cleaning was increased. The ship will undergo full disinfection.

A doctor at Rajasthan’s MDM Hospital in Jodhpur has been removed from duty after a 66-year-old woman was operated on the wrong leg. Champa Devi, who suffered fractures in both legs after a fight, underwent surgery on April 27. An enquiry committee found prima facie supervisory negligence by Orthopaedics Associate Professor Dr Ramakishan Chaudhary.

A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has raised global concern. While the risk remains low, experts are investigating how this rare rodent-borne disease spread and what it means for public health

Ahmedabad is seeing a rise in DNA tests, with around 550 conducted yearly, mainly to confirm paternity. Once used for medical reasons, testing is now often sought for 'peace of mind' amid rising doubts. Health issues and legal disputes also drive demand. While most tests confirm biological links, costs remain high and cases cut across social groups

A viral video showing a boy turning aggressive after his mother refused him food has sparked intense debate online. While some called for strict discipline, others urged empathy, saying the child may need help. The incident, likely happened in US, has triggered wider discussions on parenting, childhood obesity, and mental health.

A viral 'neck-hanging' trend in China has raised serious safety concerns as young people hang from trees to relieve neck pain. While inspired by a therapy, experts warn it is dangerous without supervision. Using full body weight can cause severe injuries. With over 200 million people suffering from cervical issues, the trend is spreading fast.

Neelam Shinde, a 35-year-old Indian student in the US, died after a 14-month coma following a road accident in California. A final-year engineering student, she never regained consciousness after severe head injuries.

A doctor quit a hospital on her first day after alleging that patients were being unnecessarily admitted and kept in ICU to increase profits. Her video went viral, sparking debate on medical ethics. While many praised her decision, others called for stricter rules and systemic change. The incident has raised concerns about profit-driven practices.

A couple in Punjab's Pandori Mohalla, who lost four sons to drug addiction, now fear losing fifth son, Sonu, who is critically ill. Residents staged a protest demanding government action. Locals allege drugs are easily available and many youths have died. Families shared painful stories of loss and hardship, urging authorities to stop drug supply.