The complex web of factors behind India’s persistent stunting crisis
Policy Performance Gap Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) Root Cause Analysis Nutritional Deficiencies Maternal Anemia Epidemic Breastfeeding Challenges Sanitation & Hygiene Crisis Socioeconomic Determinants Healthcare System Failures Policy Recommendations Long-term Implications
What is Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis
Relevance : GS 2(Health), GS 3(Science and Technology) Symptoms & Clinical Course Risk Factors Recent Outbreak in Kerala Preventive Measures Treatment Challenges Broader Public Health Concerns Bottom Line:
What are the new rules on chemically contaminated sites?
Background & Context Relevance : GS 2(Health), GS 3(Environment and Ecology , Science and Technology) Definition of Contaminated Sites Causes & Challenges Evolution of the Legal Framework Key Provisions of the Rules (2025) a. Identification & Reporting b. Assessment Process c. Remediation d. Liability Exemptions from the Rules Notable Omissions & Limitations Broader Significance
Diabetes among older Indian adults
Basics & Context Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) Key Findings – Prevalence Awareness & Diagnosis Treatment & Control Public Health Implications Policy & Programmatic Takeaways Strategic Outlook
NH Accident Crisis
Scale & Severity of the Issue Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues , Health , Governance) Key Observations from Data Trends Government’s Recognition & Measures Structural Challenges Social & Economic Impact Way Forward – Evidence-Based Solutions
Bio-fortified potatoes to hit Indian market soon
Context and Background Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) What’s New? Institutional Ecosystem Health Relevance Agricultural and Economic Implications Policy and Global Relevance Challenges Ahead
Malaria’s new frontlines
Malaria control in India has entered a decisive phase, powered by vaccine breakthroughs and innovation. Yet, persistent tribal hotspots and policy gaps challenge the 2030 elimination goal. Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) India’s Progress & Persistent Challenges Achievements: Persisting Hotspots: Malaria Parasites in India First-Generation Vaccines 1. RTS,S (Mosquirix) 2. R21/Matrix-M (Oxford–Serum Institute) Limitations of […]
AfaDixVax: India’s New Weapon Against Malaria
Malaria Burden and New Hope Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance ) Declining Trend in India (1995–2022) What is AfaDixVax and Why it Matters Adjuvant & Safety Advantage Production, IP, and Commercial Path Global Context & India’s Role
Vitamin D deficiency linked to neuro developmental issues
From Bones to Brains: Expanding the Role of Vitamin D Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Key Findings from the Danish Study Biological Mechanism and Genetic Insights Indian Context: Sunlight-Rich, Yet Vitamin D–Poor Pregnancy and the Biological Inheritance of Deficiency Clinical Practice in India: Slow But Emerging Response Policy & Public Health Implications Balanced Perspective
ICMR Pushes Diagnostics Decentralisation Across States
Strengthening Health Federalism through Decentralised Diagnostics Relevance : GS 2(Health , Social Issues , Governance) Advancing the Right to Health (Article 21) Directive Principles in Action Science-Led Policy via Public Institutions Centre-State Executive Coordination Governance Reform & Local Accountability Reducing the Urban–Rural Health Divide