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Kerala Tightens Shigella Watch After Child Death, School Cases

Kerala Steps Up Shigella Watch Kerala has tightened health surveillance after a four-year-old girl from Kozhikode died following a Shigella infection, while fresh cases among children in Wayanad triggered wider monitoring across the state. Health officials are now focusing on school-level monitoring, safe drinking water checks and food hygiene inspections to prevent further spread among children.

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09 Jun 2026 03:40 AM 5 views

Kerala Tightens Shigella Watch After Child Death, School Cases

Kerala Steps Up Shigella Watch Kerala has tightened health surveillance after a four-year-old girl from Kozhikode died following a Shigella infection, while fresh cases among children in Wayanad triggered wider monitoring across the state. Health officials are now focusing on school-level monitoring, safe drinking water checks and food hygiene inspections to prevent further spread among children.

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Kerala Child Rights Panel Urges Strict Screen Time Limits, Zero Exposure For Kids Under 2

Kerala has taken a significant step towards addressing the growing concern of screen addiction among children, with the state’s child rights panel recommending strict guidelines on digital exposure. The panel has emphasized that children below the age of two should have zero exposure to screens, including mobile phones, tablets, televisions, and other digital devices. The move comes amid rising concerns among health experts and educators about the long-term physical, mental, and emotional i

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23 Apr 2026 00:46 AM 1.99k views

Kerala Child Rights Panel Urges Strict Screen Time Limits, Zero Exposure For Kids Under 2

Kerala has taken a significant step towards addressing the growing concern of screen addiction among children, with the state’s child rights panel recommending strict guidelines on digital exposure. The panel has emphasized that children below the age of two should have zero exposure to screens, including mobile phones, tablets, televisions, and other digital devices. The move comes amid rising concerns among health experts and educators about the long-term physical, mental, and emotional i

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Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds

A new study has found a sharp rise in electronic cigarette-related exposures among young children, highlighting growing public health concerns despite declining incidents involving traditional tobacco products. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed data from the National Poison Data System and reviewed more than 92,000 reported nicotine exposures involving children aged 5 and younger between 2016 and 2023. According to the findings, exposures linked to e-cigarettes an

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06 Apr 2026 14:36 PM 203 views

Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds

A new study has found a sharp rise in electronic cigarette-related exposures among young children, highlighting growing public health concerns despite declining incidents involving traditional tobacco products. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed data from the National Poison Data System and reviewed more than 92,000 reported nicotine exposures involving children aged 5 and younger between 2016 and 2023. According to the findings, exposures linked to e-cigarettes an

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Sleep Terrors In Kids: Causes, Warning Signs, And How Parents Should Respond Safely

Sleep terrors in children can be deeply frightening for parents, especially when a child suddenly wakes up screaming, sweating, and appearing terrified while remaining unresponsive. These episodes often occur during deep sleep and can leave families confused and worried. However, medical experts emphasize that sleep terrors, also known as night terrors, are a common childhood sleep condition and are usually harmless. Understanding why they happen and how parents should respond can make these

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19 Feb 2026 04:56 AM 188 views

Sleep Terrors In Kids: Causes, Warning Signs, And How Parents Should Respond Safely

Sleep terrors in children can be deeply frightening for parents, especially when a child suddenly wakes up screaming, sweating, and appearing terrified while remaining unresponsive. These episodes often occur during deep sleep and can leave families confused and worried. However, medical experts emphasize that sleep terrors, also known as night terrors, are a common childhood sleep condition and are usually harmless. Understanding why they happen and how parents should respond can make these

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Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed the state’s second case of measles reported so far this year, prompting an investigation into potential exposure sites and renewed public health guidance for residents. Health officials said the case involves a preschool-aged child who recently traveled internationally with family members, a factor that continues to play a significant role in measles transmission within the United States. According to the department, the child visite

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12 Jan 2026 15:14 PM 359 views

Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed the state’s second case of measles reported so far this year, prompting an investigation into potential exposure sites and renewed public health guidance for residents. Health officials said the case involves a preschool-aged child who recently traveled internationally with family members, a factor that continues to play a significant role in measles transmission within the United States. According to the department, the child visite

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Kerala Tightens Shigella Watch After Child Death, School Cases

Kerala Tightens Shigella Watch After Child Death, School Cases

Kerala Child Rights Panel Urges Strict Screen Time Limits, Zero Exposure For Kids Under 2

Kerala Child Rights Panel Urges Strict Screen Time Limits, Zero Exposure For Kids Under 2

Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds

Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds

Sleep Terrors In Kids: Causes, Warning Signs, And How Parents Should Respond Safely

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Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

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Maximizing Impact: Strategies for Effective Philanthropy

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Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra Welcome Their Baby Girl

What is Trump’s final bailout plan for Spirit Airlines? It could prevent liquidation

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Kerala Tightens Shigella Watch After Child Death, School Cases

Kerala Tightens Shigella Watch After Child Death, School Cases

Kerala Child Rights Panel Urges Strict Screen Time Limits, Zero Exposure For Kids Under 2

Kerala Child Rights Panel Urges Strict Screen Time Limits, Zero Exposure For Kids Under 2

Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds

Vape exposures in young children surge 243 percent, study finds

Sleep Terrors In Kids: Causes, Warning Signs, And How Parents Should Respond Safely

Sleep Terrors In Kids: Causes, Warning Signs, And How Parents Should Respond Safely

Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

Maximizing Impact: Strategies for Effective Philanthropy

Jagan Mohan Reddy Takes a Jibe at Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, Calls Him Inexperienced

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Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra Welcome Their Baby Girl

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