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😷 Spike in H1N1 and flu cases

Due to the extreme weather conditions, Bengaluru hospitals have seen an unusually large number of fever cases over the past month.

🧑‍⚕️ Shortage of staff in Victoria Hospital

The government-run facility is experiencing problems such as irregularities in pharmacies, shortage of staff, and other such issues.

🤖 Bengaluru’s first Orthobot

The city’s AASRA group of hospitals has just received a new AI technology to help with joint replacement surgeries.

🚰 Depleting water quality

The drinking water quality in certain parts of the city has reached dangerously low levels.

🎒 A vegan backpackers’ dream

Bengaluru’s Koramangala now features India’s first-ever vegan hostel for backpackers and travellers.

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