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 […]
Long Overdue, Short-Term Regimen for TB set to be a game changer
Introduction: Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Challenges in Current TB Treatments: Advantages of the BPaL Regimen Caveats to Consider Adherence Monitoring: Drug-Susceptibility Testing (DST): Adverse Effects: Health System Preparedness Training of Physicians: Public-Private Partnerships (PPP): Cost Implications: Structural Barriers in TB Management Stigma and Economic Burden: Social Determinants of Health: Way Forward Person-Centred Care: Community Education: […]
What is the Human Meta- Pneumovirus
What is HMPV? Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Is HMPV a cause for concern? How does HMPV spread? Symptoms of HMPV infection: Treatment and prevention: Government’s response in India: