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World Food Safety Day 2026: Manipal Hospital Dhakuria Experts Warn Unsafe Food Kills 1.52 Million Yearly | GDN365 Report  Reported by Sanchita chatterjee KOLKATA, INDIA - As the world observes World Food Safety Day 2026 on June 7, leading medical experts from Manipal Hospital Dhakuria have issued a stern warning about the deadly impact of unsafe food consumption. According to global health data and hospital research, contaminated food causes approximately 1.52 million deaths every year, making it one of the most overlooked public health crises of our time. Dr. Anirban Chatterjee, Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology at Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, stated that foodborne illnesses are not limited to underdeveloped regions. "We are seeing a sharp rise in cases of food poisoning, bacterial infections, and long-term organ damage due to unsafe food handling and adulteration, even in urban areas like Kolkata. The problem is growing because people trust packaged food without checking label...

Robotic Summit 2026 Held in Kolkata Highlights Growth of AI in Healthcare   Reported by Sanchita chatterjee Kolkata, May 12, 2026 — Manipal Hospitals East hosted Robotic Summit 2026 on National Technology Day, focusing on the role of robotic-assisted technology in modern healthcare in Eastern India. The event brought together medical experts, researchers, and patients who have undergone robotic procedures to discuss advancements in precision-driven surgical care. Key Data Presented at the Summit According to the hospital group, more than 3000 robotic surgeries have been performed across its Kolkata facilities. The network currently operates five robotic systems and has a team of over 30 robotic surgeons working across 10 medical specialties including cardiac surgery, oncology, orthopaedics, and urology. A notable figure shared was 1500+ robotic knee replacement surgeries performed at Manipal Hospital EM Bypass within the last two years. New Initiatives Announc...