Water Contamination Archives

Aluva U.C. College Shuts Hostels After Students Fall Ill 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 26, 2025
Report Authorities have temporarily closed four hostels at Aluva U.C. College after several students fell ill with symptoms of vomiting and extreme weakness. Around 25 students have experienced physical weakness in recent days, prompting immediate action from the college administration and health officials. Water Contamination and Food Poisoning Under Investigation The U.C. College hostel receives
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Wardha Schools Face Water Contamination Crisis, 78 Schools Affected 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 24, 2025
Report Water analysis tests across Wardha district in Maharashtra have confirmed that the drinking water in 78 schools is contaminated with coliform bacteria, making it unsafe for consumption. This raises significant health concerns, with laboratory analysis verifying the contamination in samples collected from these schools. Lack of Proper Maintenance in School Water Tanks Schools typically
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Investigation into Food Poisoning at NCC Camp in Thrikkakara 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, News
- December 26, 2024
Report Brigadier G. Suresh, the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Group Commander from Kollam, leads a committee investigating the alleged food poisoning incident at the NCC camp held at KMM College, Thrikkakara, on Monday. The acting additional director general of NCC directed the formation of the inquiry committee. Following a two-day pause due to the incident,
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Hepatitis A Outbreak in Kalamassery: Authorities Act Swiftly to Contain Spread 0

Report Kalamassery in Kochi, Kerala is facing a significant hepatitis A outbreak affecting the regions of Peringazha, HMT Estate, and Kurupra. Health authorities confirmed 29 cases of jaundice, with 27 still active and three patients in critical condition, requiring ICU care. This marks the third hepatitis A outbreak in Ernakulam district this year, following outbreaks

Food Poisoning at Kochi Anganwadi: Authorities Probe Water Contamination 0

Report Twelve children and an ayah from an Anganwadi in the Ponnurunni East division of Kochi Corporation showed symptoms of food poisoning, including vomiting and diarrhoea, after consuming contaminated water. Upon receiving the report, Corporation health officials immediately inspected the Anganwadi and nearby areas. They found that, although the Anganwadi and its surroundings were clean,

Diarrhea Outbreak at DLF New Town Heights: Authorities Investigate Water Contamination 0

Overview A diarrhoea outbreak has affected residents at DLF New Town Heights in Kakkanad, which also experienced a jaundice outbreak earlier this year. Currently, 16 residents have contracted diarrhoea, and five others are exhibiting fever symptoms. Health Officials Investigate Water Contamination as Cause Officials from the Thrikkakara municipality visited the complex over the weekend to