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Decline in Global Immunization During Covid-19

Context: A recent paper published in The Lancet Global Health titled “Estimating the Health Effects of Covid-19-Related Immunization Disruptions in 112 Countries During 2020–30: A Modelling Study” has highlighted a concerning trend. The study reveals that global immunization rates have declined significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic. This decline has led to an increase in disease […]

Fair Share for Health and Care report

Context: Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) released a new report titled- Fair Share for Health and Care report, addressing the gender gap in global healthcare. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Report on Gender Disparities in Global Health and Care Work Gender Disparities in Health and Care Work: Representation and Leadership: Economic […]

World Tuberculosis Day 2024

Context: World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is celebrated on March 24 annually to spread awareness around the deadly disease. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: World Tuberculosis (TB) Day: Objective: Historical Background: Origin of World TB Day: Theme for World Tuberculosis Day 2024: Significance: About Tuberculosis India’s TB Elimination Target: Goals and Challenges India […]

Prevalence of Diabetes in India

Context: A nationwide study published in 2023 estimates that India has approximately 10.13 crore individuals with diabetes, along with an additional 13.6 crore people classified as pre-diabetic. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) Test How Does the Test Work? Sugar and Hemoglobin Interaction: Measurement of Glycated Haemoglobin: What is […]

The Power of Centralised Labs in Modern Healthcare

Context: In today’s era, medical assessments and clinical evaluations are greatly complemented by laboratory investigations. Medical practitioners and surgeons rely laboratory tests to diagnose medical conditions. Laboratory diagnostics furnish highly valuable insights that aid in accurate diagnoses, facilitate the monitoring of disease progression, and inform treatment decisions. Relevance: GS2- Health Mains Question: A centralised approach […]

National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming

Context: Recently, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (NAP-SE), under the ‘One Health’ approach. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (NAP-SE): Aim: Strategic Actions: Human Health: Wildlife Health: Animal and Agriculture Component: Snakebite Envenoming […]

Karnataka Government Bans Harmful Colorants in Food

Context: The Karnataka Government’s recent announcement regarding the ban on harmful colorants in popular food items such as cotton candy and Gobi Manchurian is a significant step towards ensuring food safety and public health. Relevance: GS II: Health Ban on Harmful Colorants: Food Safety Regulations: Public Health Impact: -Source: The Hindu  

A Path to Welfare and Prosperity

Context: Patent pooling involves an arrangement between two or more patent holders to combine their patents, enabling mutual cross-licensing among themselves or third parties. The historical progression of patent pools suggests their emergence in response to the complexity of multifaceted technologies, requiring the integration of various components from the technology landscape to achieve necessary and superior […]

On Magic Injections and Their Repercussions

Context: In recent months, newspapers have consistently featured articles discussing the prevalence of ‘magic injections’ touted for their purported ability to ensure weight loss. These injections, containing the drug Semaglutide originally designed for treating Type 2 diabetes mellitus, have gained attention for their additional weight-loss effects. However, it’s worth noting that these articles often omit the […]

About Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Context: March 4 is observed as International HPV Awareness Day every year. Relevance: GS II: Health Human Papillomavirus (HPV) -Source: The Hindu