World Health Organization Publication On Hypertension
Context: Worldwide, approximately one-third of the population experiences hypertension, and an alarming four out of five individuals fail to maintain proper control over this condition, as reported in the inaugural World Health Organization (WHO) publication on hypertension, unveiled in September. Relevance: GS2-Health Mains Question: India’s strategy in dealing with hypertension has been largely inadequate. Analyse. (10 marks, […]
About Feline Panleukopenia Virus
Context: In the last one month, seven leopard cubs at Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru have died after being infected by the feline panleukopenia virus. Relevance: GS II: Health Feline Panleukopenia Virus (Feline Distemper): Symptoms: Treatment: -Source: The Hindu
7th Report on Antimicrobial Use in Animals
Context: Recently, the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has released its 7th report on Antimicrobial use in animals, covering the period from 2017 to 2019. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings of the Report on Antimicrobial Use: Data Sources: Global Dip in Antimicrobial Use: Antimicrobial Growth Promoters: Recommendations for Antimicrobial […]
Why Millets Matter
During the eighteenth G2o summit, which India hosted under the theme “One earth – One family – One future,” there was an emphasis on promoting millets as a sustainable and nutritious choice. Around 2,300 years ago, Megasthenes explored India and documented his observations in the book “Indika.” According to his records, even at that time millets […]
Status of the Food Processing Sector in India
Context: In Mumbai, during the 17th edition of ANUTEC – International FoodTec India, influential leaders from both industry and government revealed a hopeful outlook for India’s food processing sector. This sector is currently on an impressive growth path and is primed to play a pivotal role in propelling the nation’s economy forward. Relevance: GS III: […]
Unified Approach – Virus Outbreak in Kerala
Context: The Nipah virus is causing devastation once more in Kozhikode, marking the fourth occurrence of this disease in Kerala in the past five years. Resulting from a zoonotic spillover, which involves the transmission of pathogens from animals to humans, the Nipah virus finds its closest reservoir in fruit bats. Status of the outbreak in Kerala: Dealing […]
Nipah Virus Outbreak in Kerala
Context: Two people have died and four others are under treatment after contracting Nipah virus in Kerala’s Kozhikode district. While the Nipah virus does not spread as quickly as the Covid-19 virus, it is more deadly. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Nipah Virus Nipah virus is classified as a zoonotic disease, indicating […]
About The Varicella Zoster Virus
Context: Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Virology scientists, have for the first time in the country, found the presence of Clade 9 variant of varicella-zoster virus (VZV). Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Varicella Zoster Virus Overview: Key Facts about Chickenpox: -Source: The Hindu
Dementia: A Complex Syndrome
Context: Recently, Dementia India Alliance (DIA), a non-profit organisation, launched a national dementia support line and DemClinic, an online memory screening clinic. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Dementia: A Complex Syndrome Identifying Signs and Symptoms Challenges in Treatment Global Impact of Dementia A Public Health Priority Monitoring Progress -Source: The Hindu
Global Fund Announces Price Reduction for Advanced HIV Drug TLD
Context: The Global Fund has struck a deal with generic drug manufacturers to reduce the cost of the advanced HIV drug Tenofovir disoproxil, Lamivudine, and Dolutegravir (TLD). Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: What is Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)? AIDS HIV can spread in different ways: Symptoms of HIV/AIDS What are the current […]