About One Earth One Health
Context: India’s adoption of the ‘One Earth One Health’ slogan reflects its commitment to enhancing health infrastructure. This approach emphasizes comprehensive health protection for all living beings, encompassing humans, animals, and plants. Additionally, the Indian government has prioritized making medical treatment more accessible. Relevance: GS2- Health Mains Question: The Government’s vision of ‘One Earth, One Health’ […]
World Cancer Day 2024
Context: World cancer Day is observed every year on 4th of February. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Cancer Types of Tumors Causes of Cancer What is the incidence of cancer In India and world currently ? Steps to prevent cancer: Improvement in Cancer treatment -Source: All India Radio
Budget 2024 and India’s Progress
Context: In the evolutionary and historical life cycle, transformative moments occur, and India has experienced a decade of significant change. It has progressed from an underdeveloped state to a developing nation and is currently recognized as the fastest-growing economy globally. India stands out as an economic beacon, consistently achieving a growth rate of 7%, surpassing the […]
Focus on Health of Girls Aged 9-14
Context: The Government proposes to promote vaccination of girls aged 9-14 for prevention of cervical cancer and tackle malnutrition among women in its latest Budget speech. Relevance: GS II: Health, GS III- Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Steps to promote Health of girls aged 9-14: Mechanisms Existing in India for Children Constitutional Provisions […]
Populism Does not Help Public Health
Context: In the midst of the bustling cities and serene villages of India, a silent yet significant battle is being fought on the frontlines of public health. The narrative is not dominated by the sensational victories of curative medicine but rather by the understated successes in preventing diseases like smallpox (still under surveillance despite eradication), polio, […]
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Context: Health experts list the causes of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease beyond smoking, including environmental toxins, genetic predispositions, and occupational hazards. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Causes of COPD: Signs and Symptoms: Associated Risks: Treatment Approach: -Source: The Hindu
National Leprosy Eradication Programme
Context: The Central government has approved a new treatment regimen for leprosy, aiming to stop its transmission at the sub-national level by 2027, three years ahead of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP): Advancing Towards Zero Transmission NLEP Objectives: Major Initiatives: Recent Developments: […]
National Essential Diagnostics List
Context: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has begun the process of revising the current National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL) and invited relevant stakeholders to offer suggestions on adding or deleting diagnostic tests to the current list by the end of February. Relevance: GS II: Health National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL): Ensuring Access to […]
Cabo Verde Achieves Malaria-Free Status
Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) declares Cabo Verde as a malaria-free country, making it the third nation in the WHO African region, alongside Mauritius and Algeria, to achieve this status. Relevance: GS II- Health Dimensions of the Article: About Malaria About Government of India Initiatives to Reduce Malaria. -Source: Indian Express, The Hindu
Traditional Indian Medicine Goes Global
Context: The global dissemination of Traditional Indian Medicine is currently experiencing a significant transformation under the leadership of the Ministry of Ayush, marking a pivotal shift in merging ancient wisdom with contemporary healthcare practices. Ayush, emphasizing the body’s innate healing capabilities and the equilibrium of mind, body, and consciousness, seeks to bridge the gap between ancient […]