#Public Health
Shillong Launches Pilot Program to Vaccinate Stray Dogs Against Rabies
East Khasi Hills officials start a rabies vaccination drive for stray dogs in Shillong on September 1 to boost public safety and lower disease risks.
NEWire Desk • 28 Aug 2026
East Siang Officials Launch Crackdown on Illegal Rehab Centers
East Siang officials are targeting unlicensed drug rehab centers and illicit substance sales after a recent Narco Coordination Centre meeting.
Rinchen K • 27 Aug 2026
Doctors Provide Free Care at Medziphema Medical Camp
Three doctors treated over 100 patients at a free medical camp in Medziphema to promote better health and regular check-ups for the local community.
Naro Jamir • 27 Aug 2026
Assam Launches Two-Month HIV Awareness Blitz
Assam officials have kicked off a 60-day HIV awareness campaign, targeting thousands of villages and schools to curb rising cases among drug users.
Bibar Daimary • 26 Aug 2026
Gaurav Gogoi Urges Action on India’s Lead Poisoning Crisis
MP Gaurav Gogoi warned Health Minister JP Nadda that 275 million Indian children face dangerous lead exposure, calling for immediate federal intervention.
Bibar Daimary • 25 Aug 2026
Mon District Launches Bike Outreach to Reach Remote HIV Services
Mon district debuted a bike-based outreach program on August 24 to bring vital HIV, STI, and health services to isolated residents.
Kiyeto Swu • 25 Aug 2026
Barpeta Health Officials Push for Tighter Hospital Coordination
Barpeta officials met to bridge gaps between the local medical college and district clinics to improve patient care and target maternal mortality.
Bibar Daimary • 24 Aug 2026
Agartala Prantik Club Promotes Tobacco-Free Life for Durga Puja
Agartala's Prantik Club uses an eco-friendly Durga Puja pandal to push an anti-tobacco message, combining tradition with a focus on public health.
Nihar Jamatia • 23 Aug 2026
Health Fears Mount Over Herbicide Use in Kaliabor
Residents of Kaliabor, Assam are sounding the alarm over the widespread, unregulated use of dangerous herbicides in local fields and home gardens.
Bibar Daimary • 23 Aug 2026
Health Officials Review National Programs in Kohima
Regional health authorities toured Kohima facilities from August 18 to 22 to audit national disease control and immunization program performance.
Naro Jamir • 22 Aug 2026
IIPH Shillong Researcher Wins International Award in Bali
Dr. Deepak Rajan of IIPH Shillong earned a top research award in Indonesia for his study on Leptospirosis transmission dynamics in Meghalaya.
NEWire Desk • 22 Aug 2026
Assam Food Safety Officials Probe Moran Hotel Over Mouldy Sweets
Officials inspected a Moran hotel after customers found mouldy sweets. The shop lacked a license and had broken fridges.
Bibar Daimary • 21 Aug 2026
Morigaon Honors Dedicated Health Worker Janti Bordoloi Patgiri
ASHA supervisor Janti Bordoloi Patgiri earned district recognition for her tireless work in HIV awareness and maternal health across Morigaon villages.
Timungpi Terang • 18 Aug 2026
Mission Nethralaya Hits 1.5 Lakh Screenings Milestone
Mission Nethralaya has screened 150,000 people across Meghalaya, providing free eye care, glasses, and surgery to those in remote, underserved areas.
NEWire Desk • 17 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Grapples With Severe Doctor Shortage
A new study reveals Meghalaya has only one doctor for every 4,200 people, falling well short of national standards and leaving rural residents underserved.
NEWire Desk • 16 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Bans Sting Energy Drink Following Student Death
Meghalaya officials banned the energy drink Sting statewide after a student died. The order stops all sales and distribution pending lab analysis.
NEWire Desk • 14 Aug 2026
Nagaland Reports Sharp Drop in HIV Infections and AIDS Deaths
Nagaland officials report a 39 percent drop in new HIV infections and an 80 percent fall in AIDS-related deaths since 2010 amid a new awareness drive.
Kiyeto Swu • 12 Aug 2026
Assam Boosts Child Nutrition With Nutrient-Rich Fish Powder
Assam’s award-winning fish powder initiative tackles child malnutrition and anemia, with plans to expand across schools and into cancer care.
Timungpi Terang • 12 Aug 2026
Suspected food poisoning lands 60 in hospital after Assam funeral
At least 60 residents of an Assam village are hospitalized with suspected food poisoning following a funeral. Officials are monitoring the patients.
Bibar Daimary • 12 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Launches Statewide HIV Awareness Push
Meghalaya is starting a two-month HIV awareness campaign to combat rising infection rates and social stigma among the state's youth and general population.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
