EU tracks bird flu virus variants over rising threat to humans
Context : The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Food Safety Authority are monitoring bird flu virus variants. Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Menstruation Disrupts Daily Activities for 20% of South Asian Women Climate Change Increases Salmonella Outbreak Risk
What WHO’s recommendation for low sodium salt means for India
Context : WHO has issued new guidelines recommending low-sodium salt substitutes (LSSS). Relevance : GS 2(Health) Key Recommendations by WHO Why Salt is Again a Public Health Focus Health Risks of Excessive Sodium Consumption Indian Context: High Salt Consumption & Public Health Concerns Challenges in Implementing Low-Sodium Salt Substitutes (LSSS) Potential Solutions & Policy Recommendations Substituting salt […]
Is Guillain-Barré Syndrome Life-Threatening
Overview of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Causes of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Symptoms of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Treatment of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Recovery and Prognosis Is GBS Life-Threatening? What’s Happening in Pune?
Assam tea workers prone to post-TB fungal disease
Context: Relevance : GS 2(Health ) TB Prevalence in Assam Tea Belts: Key Findings of the Study: Implications for Public Health: Recommended Interventions: Related Context:
Keep a watch on thyroid disorders
Overview of Thyroid Disorders: Relevance: GS 2(Health) Statistics: Symptoms Indicating Thyroid Issues: Testing and Diagnosis: Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy: Risk Factors: Advice from Experts:
The hidden dangers of Rhodamine B
What is Rhodamine B: A synthetic dye used in textiles, paper, leather, and scientific research due to its fluorescent properties. Relevance : GS 2(Health) Health Risks: Global Concerns: Indian Perspective: Expert Opinions: India’s Food Safety Ecosystem:
National Health Mission has curbed several public health concerns
Context: Achievements of the National Health Mission (NHM) in improving healthcare access, reducing mortality rates, and strengthening rural and community-based healthcare systems Relevance : GS 2(Health,Governance ) Reduction in Mortality Ratios Improvement in Fertility Rate Healthcare Workforce Expansion Health Emergencies Response Control of Communicable Diseases Strategic Areas of Focus
Is The Government Encouraging Crosspathy
Maharashtra FDA Directive: Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) Legal Background on Crosspathy: Government’s Rationale: Challenges and Concerns: Strategic Approach:
Why are antivenoms not easily accessible in India?
High Snakebite Mortality: Relevance : GS 2(Health) Challenges in Antivenom Accessibility: Antivenom Production and Efficacy: Cultural and Social Factors: Challenges in Antivenom Production: Emerging Solutions: Systemic Issues: Hope for the Future:
Costly HPV Vaccine Needs To Be Part of National Immunisation Programme
Overview Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) Current Situation in India Benefits of the HPV Vaccine Statistics on Cervical Cancer in India Challenges Recommendations Call to Action The inclusion of the HPV vaccine in India’s immunisation programme would be a significant step toward reducing the cervical cancer burden. However, affordability, awareness, and systemic challenges must be addressed to achieve […]