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Hepatitis B positivity triples in Palwal after Chainsa outbreak: RTI data

Hepatitis B positivity triples in Palwal after Chainsa outbreak: RTI data
gurugram news
Published on Jun 18, 2026 09:28 am IST

Energy drinks, treatment by fake doctors behind deaths in Chayansa village: Palwal DC

On February 16, authorities declared a health emergency in Chayansa after at least six deaths were reported due to liver-related complications.
gurugram news
Published on Mar 06, 2026 05:20 am IST

Gurugram: Fear in every glass of water, Chayansa no longer sleeps easy.

A team from the health department conducts rapid tests at Chhainsa village in Palwal district. (Parveen Kumar/HT PHOTO)
gurugram news
Updated on Feb 23, 2026 11:54 am IST

Water-borne epidemics, deaths or outbreaks across 4 states within weeks

A team from the health department conducts rapid tests for infections at Chayansa village (also spelt Chhainsa) in Palwal district.
india news
Updated on Feb 17, 2026 03:00 pm IST

Panic in Palwal village as deaths linked to liver illness trigger emergency

Residents say many had diarrhoea earlier, with initial suspicion of contamination. Authorities now probing multiple transmission routes alongside water safety. (Parveen Kumar/HT)
gurugram news
Published on Feb 17, 2026 07:22 am IST

Hep-B cases found among Palwal deaths; officials race to find source

Rapid tests on 180 patients found eight positive for Hepatitis B or C. Authorities warn against reuse of syringes and treatment by unqualified practitioners. (Parveen Kumar/HT)
gurugram news
Published on Feb 17, 2026 07:19 am IST

No fresh deaths reported at Haryana village after 7 die of liver disease; locals claim higher toll

No fresh deaths reported at Haryana village after 7 die of liver disease; locals claim higher toll
gurugram news
Published on Feb 16, 2026 04:50 pm IST

Bengaluru surgeon shares 6 healthy lifestyle choices to prevent liver cancer

Liver cancer (primarily hepatocellular carcinoma) often develops over years, typically when the liver is under chronic stress.
health
Updated on Nov 02, 2025 06:00 pm IST

Kennedy's hand-picked CDC committee to vote on hepatitis B and COVID shots

Kennedy's hand-picked CDC committee to vote on hepatitis B and COVID shots
us news
Published on Sept 18, 2025 03:32 pm IST

Doctor explains how vaccines, tattoos, medical negligence fuels hepatitis cases

Vaccination against hepatitis B is essential and preventable; do not delay.
health
Updated on Aug 27, 2025 04:29 pm IST

Hepatologist shares top 6 tips to maintain healthy liver

Hepatologist Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips revealed 6 tips to maintain a healthy liver.
lifestyle
Published on Aug 23, 2025 02:35 pm IST

Surgeon shares 6 lifestyle tips to decrease hepatitis risk: ‘Stop drinking’

Know the lifestyle habits to follow to lower hepatitis risk.
health
Published on Aug 17, 2025 04:08 pm IST

Health Talk: Taking the road to hepatitis elimination

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Hepatitis D, which only affects individuals infected with hepatitis B, is associated with a two- to six-fold higher risk of liver cancer compared to hepatitis B alone, it added. (AP/ Representative photo)
india news
Updated on Aug 03, 2025 09:33 am IST

Liver specialist explains how hepatitis affects women: Tests for early detection

Many women are unaware of how Hepatitis B spreads—via blood, unsafe sex, or from mother to child—often mistaking it for a lifestyle-related or liver-specific issue alone.
health
Updated on Jul 29, 2025 08:39 am IST

Hepatologist and gastroenterologist reveal if tattoos increase risk of hepatitis

Getting tattoos or body piercings can increase your risk of hepatitis if proper hygiene and safety protocols aren't followed. (Freepik)
health
Published on Jul 25, 2025 03:50 pm IST

Ludhiana: Hepatitis medicine shortage hits civil hospital, treatment delayed

The supply of medicine is only available every 2-3 months, says hospital official. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 17, 2025 05:10 am IST

Ultimate guide to managing genital herpes: What works and what doesn’t

Genital herpes, caused by the herpes simplex virus, is highly recurrent, especially during stress.
health
Updated on Apr 04, 2025 07:41 pm IST

Rehab centre case: 4 children still in hospitals for Hepatitis B, TB and kidney treatment

Nirvana Rajkiya Bal Grih Visheshikrit on Mohaan Road. (File Photo)
lucknow news
Published on Apr 03, 2025 07:22 am IST

Guillain-Barré Syndrome spike: Foods you must avoid to stay safe

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: The Frightening Illness Linked to Your Favourite Foods.
health
Updated on Feb 17, 2025 05:20 pm IST

Hepatitis cases soar among Indian children: What is causing it?

Rising Hepatitis cases among Indian children more deadly than HIV and TB combined: What is causing it?
health
Published on Aug 27, 2024 01:42 pm IST

Sridhar Vembu asks why babies need Hepatitis B vaccine. The Liver Doc responds

CEO of Zoho Corporation Sridhar Vembu. (File)
trending
Published on Aug 19, 2024 10:45 am IST

Health Talk | Why Hepatitis B elimination in India needs a harder push

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Diagnosing hepatitis B requires laboratory confirmation, as it is not possible to differentiate it from hepatitis caused by other viral agents on clinical grounds alone.
health
Published on Aug 05, 2024 09:00 am IST

Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis: Causes, early signs, and treatment options

"Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) means that there is excess of fat (more than 5-10%) in the liver that is not caused by alcohol," said Dr Rohit Mehtani.
health
Published on Aug 02, 2024 01:03 pm IST

What is autoimmune hepatitis? Early signs, risk factors and more

Joint pain, abdominal discomfort and fatigue are the most common symptoms of autoimmune hepatitis.
health
Published on Jul 31, 2024 09:00 pm IST

Bigg Boss Sana Makbul's battle with non-alcoholic hepatitis: All you should know

Bigg Boss OTT 3's Sana Makbul opens up about battle with non-alcoholic hepatitis: Know its causes, symptoms, treatment
health
Published on Jun 27, 2024 08:57 pm IST

Safety tips as hepatitis, gastroenteritis are on rise amidst rising temperatures

Cases of hepatitis and gastroenteritis are on rise amidst spike in temperatures. How to stay safe, precaution tips
health
Published on May 23, 2024 12:40 pm IST

Truth about viral hepatitis: Facts, myths and stigma

Truth about viral hepatitis: Facts, myths and stigma
health
Published on May 17, 2024 01:21 pm IST

WHO's praise for Maldives, Sri Lanka: ‘Earnest efforts to control Hepatitis B’

The experts also reviewed the findings of national surveys conducted among children in 2022-2023, in these countries.
world news
Published on Jan 17, 2024 02:48 pm IST

GSVM Med College denies allegations of contaminated blood transfusions

Representative photo (HT File)
others
Published on Oct 25, 2023 06:56 pm IST

14 kids infected with HIV, Hepatitis after blood transfusion in UP’s hospital

Fourteen children get infected with infections like Hepatitis B, C and HIV after blood transfusion at a hospital in UP. (HT Archive)
india news
Updated on Oct 24, 2023 06:17 am IST
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