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Dimapur Lab Techs Trained to Fight Vector-Borne Diseases
Dimapur health officials held a specialized training program for laboratory technicians to bolster diagnosis of malaria, dengue, and other illnesses.
Naro Jamir • 28 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Government Clears Sting Energy Drink in Student Death
Officials say a West Garo Hills student died from acute gastroenteritis, not a Sting energy drink. The state's temporary sales ban has been lifted.
NEWire Desk • 28 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Fertility Rates Plunge Toward Replacement Level
Meghalaya fertility rates dropped to 2.2 as smaller families become the norm. Data shows improved contraceptive use and better access to education.
Walrik Marak • 28 Aug 2026
Nagaland Students Engage in History, Business, and Health Seminars
Academic institutions across Nagaland hosted seminars on August 21 and 24 to discuss history, entrepreneurship, and vital public health topics.
Kiyeto Swu • 27 Aug 2026
New Conservative Dentistry Clinic Opens in Kohima
Dr. Viketounuo Virginia Vizo opened a new dental clinic in Kohima on August 26, emphasizing the link between oral health and overall bodily well-being.
Kiyeto Swu • 26 Aug 2026
Assam Rifles Host Health Camps and Youth Outreach in Nagaland
Assam Rifles held a medical camp for seniors in Meluri and a youth career event in Mon on August 25, engaging over 100 local residents.
Kiyeto Swu • 26 Aug 2026
Gorkha Youth Club Dimapur Hosts Blood Drive for Fallen Heroes
Gorkha Youth Club Dimapur collected 15 units of blood to honor Major Durga Malla and Captain N. Kenguruse during a memorial donation camp.
Naro Jamir • 26 Aug 2026
Dengue Surge Claims Two Lives in Churachandpur
Churachandpur reports two dengue deaths and 752 total cases this year, more than double the number of infections recorded during the same period in 2023.
Sanajaoba Chongtham • 25 Aug 2026
Assam Food Poisoning Outbreak Leaves Ten Hospitalized
Ten people were hospitalized in Assam after eating tainted pork. Officials are investigating the cause as villagers rule out African Swine Fever.
Bibar Daimary • 24 Aug 2026
Why Lymphatic Walking Is Just Another Overhyped Fitness Trend
Social media is buzzing over 'lymphatic walking,' but experts say you do not need a fancy routine to keep your body moving and healthy.
NEWire Desk • 24 Aug 2026
Wokha Medical Camp Provides Free Health Services to Over 200 Residents
More than 200 people received free health screenings and medical care at a community camp hosted by Longsa Baptist Church and the Wokha Medical Department.
Naro Jamir • 22 Aug 2026
Rotary Club Mokokchung Donates Medical Supplies for Local Immunization
Rotary Club Mokokchung donated 500 bottles of paracetamol to the CMO to support child immunization efforts during its Golden Jubilee year.
Naro Jamir • 22 Aug 2026
Nagaland launches two-month HIV and STI awareness blitz in Kohima
Nagaland health officials are running an intensive HIV and STI awareness drive across 21 villages and 70 schools in Kohima district until October 12.
Naro Jamir • 22 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Health Minister Pushes for Better NEIGRIHMS Access
Health Minister Wailadmiki Shylla wants more locals using NEIGRIHMS as officials plan facility expansions and improved outreach for the state.
NEWire Desk • 21 Aug 2026
Bayern Munich Midfielder Musiala Faces Health Scare
Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala is sidelined after suffering absence seizures in consecutive friendly matches, casting doubt on his season start.
Walrik Marak • 20 Aug 2026
Dimapur Hosts HIV and Addiction Awareness Drive
Dimapur officials and local groups launched an awareness campaign targeting HIV, AIDS, and drug addiction for students and the community on Tuesday.
Naro Jamir • 19 Aug 2026
Health Minister Challenges Byrnihat Respiratory Infection Data
Meghalaya government disputes High Court respiratory infection statistics in Byrnihat while vowing to upgrade the cramped local health center facility.
Walrik Marak • 19 Aug 2026
Centre Offers Rs 50 Lakh Aid to Tripura Toddler Fighting SMA
The Union Health Ministry pledged Rs 50 lakh to help 22-month-old Manashree Chowdhury combat a rare genetic disorder after MP Biplab Kumar Deb intervened.
Nihar Jamatia • 18 Aug 2026
No Disease Outbreaks Reported in Flooded Assam
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita confirms no major disease outbreaks in flood-hit Assam as authorities monitor water quality and provide medical care.
Bibar Daimary • 16 Aug 2026
High Court Orders Cleanup as Byrnihat Respiratory Cases Surge
Meghalaya High Court orders urgent road repairs and waste cleanup in Byrnihat as respiratory infections jump from 1,800 to 7,284 cases since 2021.
Walrik Marak • 14 Aug 2026
