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The mysterious spike in whooping cough cases

Whooping cough, or pertussis, cases are spiking across the US and Europe. Experts say it’s unclear why.

Published 781 days ago

Sweltering summer leads to spike in hepatitis, gastro cases

People consume various cold beverages during the summer, including lemonade and sugarcane juice, which are often mixed with ice. “If cleanliness is not maintained, the ice becomes contaminated with E Coli bacteria, which increases the risk of hepatitis,” said a doctor (HT Photo)

Updated 782 days ago

Punjab clocks over 2k farm fire incidents on Monday; next 10 days critical, say experts

Of the 2,060 cases, Sangrur reported a maximum of 509 followed by Bathinda 210, Mansa 195, Barnala 189, Ferozepur 146, Faridkot 122, Moga 110 and 89 each in Patiala and Ludhiana. Muktsar recorded 77 cases, while Jalandhar reported 70 fire incidents. (ANI)

Updated 980 days ago

In Chandigarh, failed food samples see 13% surge in a year

Chandigarh food safety department had drawn 388 legal samples in 2022-23, of which 28 had failed. Similarly, from January 1 till September 30, 2023, the department tested 174 legal samples and found 36 adulterated. (HT File)

Updated 983 days ago

Higher than normal daytime temperatures likely in most parts India in Nov: IMD

The India Meteorological Department forecasts higher than normal temperature for much of the country in November. (Representative photo.)

Published 986 days ago

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