December 2, 2025

Australia Won’t Compromise PBS as US-UK Deal Raises Medicine Costs 25%

Australia’s health minister Mark Butler responds to the US-UK drug deal pushing prices up 25%. He vows to protect affordable medicines under the PBS and assess new global pharma shifts carefully.

December 2, 2025

India Records 0.05 New HIV Cases Per 1000 in 2024; Mizoram Tops List

India’s new HIV infection rate was 0.05 per 1,000 in 2024. Mizoram had the highest rate. AIDS deaths fell by 81% nationally since 2010, says NACO.

December 1, 2025

Heavy Rain Hits Chennai and Nearby Districts as Deep Depression Lingers

Chennai and surrounding districts face heavy rain and waterlogging due to a deep depression from Cyclone Ditwah. Authorities warn of continued wet weather on Tuesday.

December 1, 2025

Kerala Sees Rise in HIV Infections Among Youth Amid Low Overall Prevalence

Kerala reports 1,213 new HIV cases in 2024 with a worrying rise among 15-24 year-olds. Unsafe sex with multiple partners accounts for 62.6% of infections, urging stronger prevention efforts.

December 1, 2025

Victoria to Ban Unnecessary Surgeries on Intersex Children with New Consent Law

Victoria will be the first Australian state to ban unnecessary surgeries on intersex children. New laws will stop irreversible procedures until children can consent. The move aims to protect intersex people’s rights and provide better medical support.