Health Department

Wayanad man’s remains exhumed after kin file medical negligence complaint

December 05, 2023

Wayanad man’s remains exhumed after kin file medical negligence complaint

Stebin, 28, who was admitted to a private hospital in Kalpetta for a nose surgery, reportedly died after receiving anesthesia.

November 25, 2023
COVID-like virus scare in China: Kerala sounds alert

Those seeking treatment will be specifically asked whether they have come in contact with anyone returning from China, officials said.
November 23, 2023
Children born after Oct 2011 won't be considered endosulfan victims, says new govt order

The government now says the persistence of endosulfan in the environment cannot be more than six years. The aerial spraying of the pesticide was stopped on October 25, 2005.
November 08, 2023
Kerala's PG medicos begin 24-hour strike, demand hike in stipend

The medicos are boycotting all hospital services, including emergency services till 8am on Thursday.
November 06, 2023
Zika virus outbreak: Health dept urges people to be vigilant

The department said symptoms such as fever, headache, body pain, joint pain, and red eyes should be taken seriously. It urged the public to promptly inform healthcare workers if they notice these symptoms.
November 06, 2023
Stray dog attacks girl inside classroom in Palakkad

According to reports, the dog which showed symptoms of rabies infection attacked other people in the area.
November 04, 2023
One tests positive for Zika virus in Kannur; health department sounds alert

The incubation period of the virus is three to 14 days and severe disease and deaths are rare, said District Medical Officer

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