About 7.5 lakh deaths a year in low-and middle-income countries could be prevented by infection control: Lancet Study
These measures include hand hygiene, regular cleaning and sterilisation of equipment in healthcare facilities, providing access to safe drinking water, effective sanitation and... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaOver 8,500 migrants died worldwide last year, a record since the UN started counting in 2014
Most of the deaths last year, about 3,700, came from drowning. A total of 8,565 migrants died on land and sea routes worldwide last year, the UN migration... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHow many people died of Covid in US? Real figure is higher than official record
According to the World Health Organization, the total number of global deaths attributable to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 is not less than 3 million, 1.2 million more deaths than officially reported. How many people died in the US? Key Points
Economic TimesIndependence Day: 165 million unaccounted Indian victims of the British colonial regime
A research article published last year has brought to light how policy-induced famines killed tens of millions of Indians in 40 years,1880 to 1920, the deaths which have never been attributed to the colonial regime. And the number of deaths in the period could easily be higher due to improper documentation by the government. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia’s data deficiencies could explain its heat complacency
India's lack of reliable data on heat wave deaths, particularly among vulnerable populations, could prove fatal as temperatures soar above 45°C. Last year, a heat wave in Delhi only resulted in an estimated 90 deaths, but one hospital superintendent who linked deaths to heatstroke was removed from his position for making "a careless statement". Nationwide, roughly 8% of estimated deaths in 2019 went unrecorded, and only 19% of deaths were certified by a medical professional. This data deficiency makes it impossible to know which populations are most at risk or where medical and emergency supplies should be sent when hot spells are forecast. Key Points
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Bihar's Ara district runs out of woods for cremation as heatwave deaths rise
Bihar has been witnessing heatwave conditions for the past three weeks. The state's Disaster Management Department on Tuesday said nine people have died due to the severe heat in the past 48 hours. Key Points
India TodayUS fentanyl-related deaths more than tripled over five years
The rate of drug overdose deaths involving the synthetic opioid fentanyl more than tripled in the United States from 2016 through 2021, according to a report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released on Wednesday. Key Points
ReutersCOVID-19: India logs 7,633 new cases, 11 deaths
The Covid case tally was recorded at 4.47 crore (4,48,34,859). The active cases now comprise 0.14 per cent of the total infections and the national COVID-19 recovery rate has been recorded at 98.68 per cent Key Points
FirstpostCovid 19: Cases rise but experts say no cause for worry
Deaths are trending up too, but numbers are very low so far. As in the past, Maharashtra, Kerala, Gujarat, Karnataka, Delhi and Tamil Nadu are worst hit. Himachal Pradesh, the most vaccinated state, is witnessing a surprise increase, likely because it is a tourist hotspot. Key Points
Economic TimesAir pollution claimed 8.1 million lives in 2021 globally, 2.1 million in India: Report
It was the second leading risk factor for death among children under five in 2021, after malnutrition. Air pollution contributed to 8.1 million deaths worldwide... Key Points
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US traffic deaths down in 2023 but remain above pre-pandemic levels
U.S. auto safety regulators on Thursday said traffic deaths fell by 3.3% in the first half of 2023 but remain sharply higher than pre-pandemic levels. Key Points
ReutersTamil Nadu illicit liquor deaths | Murder case registered; Governor seeks report
The Tamil Nadu police have altered the cases relating to the deaths of 22 persons due to the consumption of spurious liquor to that of murder against 13 persons. Read the full story on The Hindu. Key Points
The HinduGlobal deaths from fungal disease twice previous estimate: Lancet study
The work is the result of a collaboration of over 300 professionals across the world who contributed to published estimates for their country and individual fungal... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaAfternoon brief: SC's ‘prestige issue’ remark to Centre on cheetah deaths
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndia recorded 67,637 heat stroke cases, 374 deaths between March and 25 July, govt tells Parliament
West Bengal registered highest number of heat stroke deaths at 102, followed by Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. MP reported the highest number of heat stroke cases at 12,765. Key Points
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The Boeing 737 Max Crisis Reignites Arguments Over Infant Safety on Planes
A midair blowout on a Boeing 737 Max 9 showed seatbelts matter, but infants under two still aren’t required to have their own seats. Experts say changing the rules would make flying safer for children—but would result in more deaths. Key Points
WIREDAll are equal death and grief: Kerala mosque spreads a secular message
Juma Masjid near Muvattupuzha begins announcing through loudspeaker all deaths in the neighbourhood, irrespective of religion. Hitherto, the announcement was restricted to the muezzin’s call for prayer. Key Points
The HinduTwo million killed, $4.3 trillion in damages from extreme weather over past half-century: World Meteorological Organisation
According to a UN report, extreme weather, climate and water-related events over the past half-century around the globe have killed more than 2 million people and caused economic damage of $4.3 trillion. Key Points
The HinduManhole vs Machine: Can manhole-cleaning robots eradicate manual scavenging?
Bandicoot, a robotic machine with “limbs”, HD vision cameras and gas sensors, can enter manholes and clean sewage. It is the flagship product of Genrobotics. In February, following the deployment of Bandicoots in the temple town of Guruvayur, the robotic machine is now being used in three cities in Kerala that have a sewerage system managed by the government. Key Points
Economic TimesNanded hospital deaths: 108 dead in 8 days, dean denies medicine shortage
Additional 108 deaths in the last eight days were reported in the past 24 hours at the government hospital in Maharashtra's Nanded city. Authorities at the hospital denied medicine shortage as the reason behind the deaths. Key Points
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Can Kerala's antibiotic abuse project inspire India's antimicrobial resistance fight?
In 2019, nearly 300,000 deaths in India were due to AMR. Over 1 million deaths were linked to drug resistance, making infections more challenging to treat. Kerala initiated an AMR action plan in 2018. However, analysts say that Kerala’s approach might not be directly applicable to other states, where access to antibiotics is itself an issue. Key Points
Economic TimesKarnataka logs 125 fresh Covid-19 cases, three new deaths
In the last 24 hours, Karnataka recorded 125 new cases of Covid-19 and three deaths related to the virus. The total number of active cases in the state now stands at 436. In the same period, 30 patients were discharged, and a total of 3,155 tests were conducted, including 2,072 RT-PCR and 1,083 Rapid Antigen tests. The positivity rate is reported at 3.96%, and the case fatality rate is at 2.4%. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia logs 756 fresh Covid cases, active caseload dips to 8,115
India on Sunday logged 756 new Covid-19 cases, while the active cases in the country dipped to 8,115 from 8,675, according to the Union Health Ministry data. With eight deaths which includes two deaths reconciled by Kerala, the death toll has increased to 5,31,832, the data updated at 8 am stated. Key Points
Economic TimesCOVID-19: India reports 1,272 new cases, three deaths
The Covid case tally was recorded at 4.49 crore (4,49,80,674). The active cases now comprise 0.03 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has been recorded at 98.78 per cent Key Points
FirstpostFour Covid-related deaths in MMR in a day
Mumbai recorded 177 new Covid-19 cases and four deaths, all in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The state saw 850 new cases in total. BMC advised citizens to follow Covid-19 appropriate behaviour. | Mumbai news Key Points
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With 5,357 new cases, active Covid-19 infections in country climb to 32,814
The death toll has increased to 5,30,965 with 11 deaths. While three deaths were reported from Gujarat, two were from Himachal Pradesh and one each from Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh besides one reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am stated. Key Points
The Indian Express30 tigers die in 2 months, officials say no cause for alarm
Tiger deaths have so far been reported from Kanha, Panna, Ranthambore, Pench, Corbett, Satpura, Orang, Kaziranga and Sathyamangalam reserves. Of the 30 deaths, 16 have been reported outside the reserves. Key Points
The Indian ExpressMaiden Pharma denies tampering with tests in probe of cough syrup deaths
Maiden Pharmaceuticals, linked to cough syrups associated with child deaths in Gambia, denied tampering with test samples or bribing officials. An investigation by the state of Haryana's Food and Drug Administration is probing whether a state drug regulator was bribed to switch samples tested by the Indian government, contradicting WHO findings. Key Points
Economic TimesH3N2 seasonal, rise in cases normal: Govt sources
Sources in the central government said the rise in H3N2 cases was normal. India has so far recorded six deaths due to respiratory viral infection. Key Points
India TodayNanded hospital deaths: Committee gives clean chit to doctors, rules out medicine shortage
A government-appointed committee has given a clean chit to doctors at Shankarrao Chavan Government Medical College and Hospital in Nanded, India, following multiple deaths in early October. The report contradicts the findings of an earlier probe panel and states that there was enough stock of medicines at the time of the incident. The deaths had sparked outrage and resulted in the hospital's acting dean being booked for culpable homicide. | Mumbai news Key Points
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Mercury Mayhem | Dead crops, packed crematorium: Severe heatwave in Bihar throws life out of gear
Amid a severe heatwave in Bihar's Bhagalpur, a crematorium at Barari Ghat is running out of space to bury the bodies. The soaring temperatures have singed crops and thrown life out of gear in the state. Key Points
India TodayOne woman dies every 2 mins in pregnancy, childbirth: UN
The overall maternal mortality rate dropped by 34.3 per cent over a 20-year period -- from 339 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 223 maternal deaths in 2020, according to a report by the World Health Organization and other UN agencies. Key Points
India TodayIndia saw 56 heat-related deaths, nearly 25,000 heat stroke cases from March to May, shows govt data
At 14, Madhya Pradesh reports highest number of deaths due to heat-related illnesses, followed by Maharashtra at 11. MP also recorded most suspected heat stroke cases at 6,584. Key Points
ThePrintIndia reports 752 new Covid cases, 4 deaths in 24 hours
The number of people recuperated from the disease has increased to 4,44,71,212, and the national recovery rate stands at 98.81%, health ministry said. Key Points
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