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Mizoram Eye Donor Pledges Hit 9,345 After Student Drive
Thirty-three new student donors push Mizoram's total eye donation pledges to 9,345 as awareness efforts grow for corneal transplant patients.
Chawngthu Fanai • 8 Sep 2026
Expired Medicine Scandal Sparks Outrage at Jubarajnagar Anganwadi
Parents in Jubarajnagar demand answers after an Anganwadi centre allegedly handed out expired medicine to local children on September 5.
Ayan Debbarma • 8 Sep 2026
Pughoboto Board Tackles Health Centers, Sports and Elephant Conflict
Pughoboto officials reviewed health facility plans, proposed a 2026 sports meet, and addressed a fatal elephant attack in Kitami village.
Naro Jamir • 8 Sep 2026
Longleng Health Officials Push for Increased Eye Donation
Longleng health officials held an awareness event for the 41st National Eye Donation Fortnight to address the critical shortage of donor corneas.
Kiyeto Swu • 8 Sep 2026
Tripura Claims Top Spot for Universal Health Coverage
Tripura says it is India's only state providing 100 percent health insurance coverage to its citizens through combined central and state schemes.
Nihar Jamatia • 6 Sep 2026
NHM Boss Inspects Mahendraganj Health Facilities
NHM Managing Director Ramkumar S toured Mahendraganj health centers to address infrastructure gaps and improve medical service delivery for local residents.
Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026
Manipur Physiotherapists Offer Free Care for World Physical Therapy Day
The All Manipur Physiotherapist Association is providing free medical services and health camps across the state this September 8.
Priyanka Moirangthem • 5 Sep 2026
Mizoram Claims Top Spot in National Drug Fight
Mizoram earned the top national ranking for its drug demand reduction initiatives under the central government's NAPDDR program.
Chawngthu Fanai • 4 Sep 2026
Medical team saves cobra bite victim at Barpeta Road FRU
Doctors stabilized a 59-year-old man in Assam after a cobra bite. Quick anti-snake venom treatment prevented a life-threatening medical emergency.
Timungpi Terang • 4 Sep 2026
Mass Illness Hits Students at Belonia School
Thirteen students fell ill at a Belonia school this week. Five were discharged from the hospital while four remain under medical supervision.
Nihar Jamatia • 2 Sep 2026
Guwahati College Students Join Push for Eye Donation
About 200 students and staff attended an awareness event at Hari Gayatri Das College to promote eye donation pledges and corneal transplant registration.
Bibar Daimary • 2 Sep 2026
Nagaland Health Department Appoints New Principal Director
Nagaland Health officials gathered in Kohima to honor outgoing leaders and welcome Dr. Keveduyi Theyo as the new Principal Director.
Naro Jamir • 2 Sep 2026
Wokha Police Host Youth Anti-Drug Campaign
Wokha police teamed up with local health officials to educate 80 participants on the dangers of drug trafficking, tobacco, and substance abuse.
Naro Jamir • 30 Aug 2026
Zunheboto Launches HPV Vaccination Drive for Adolescent Girls
Zunheboto health officials are launching an HPV vaccination campaign for girls aged 14 to combat cervical cancer with verified documentation.
Naro Jamir • 29 Aug 2026
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
