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Syllabus: GS-2: Health , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Important International Institutions , International Treaties & Agreements Focus: March 2025 marks five years since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic. Reflecting on global and national responses, this milestone provides insights into disaster preparedness, governance, and healthcare …
Read MoreWhy in News ? India is making significant progress in combating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) through enhanced health initiatives, community engagement, and government policies. With nearly 12 NTDs affecting India, efforts to eliminate them have gained momentum, showing declining cases and improved healthcare responses. Understanding NTDs and Their Impact: Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) are infectious …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Rapid surge: Drug abuse cases in Kerala have seen an alarming increase, with over 30,000 cases in 2023, surpassing all other states. Judicial concern: The Kerala High Court warned against the drug mafia’s influence, and the government launched initiatives like ‘Love-a-Thon’ to curb student drug use. Legislative action: The State Assembly …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A study by ICMR-NITVAR and Mizoram University highlights the success of HIV self-testing (HIVST) in Mizoram, India’s highest HIV-prevalence state. The initiative helped 84% first-time testers, improving early detection and access to anti-retroviral therapy (ART). HIV Burden in Mizoram: India has an estimated 44 lakh people living with HIV. Mizoram has …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Health GS-3: Economics of Animal-Rearing Focus: A severe bird flu outbreak in Andhra Pradesh led to the culling of nearly 2 lakh birds, causing huge losses for poultry farmers. The drop in poultry demand, lack of protective gear for sanitation workers, and concerns over biosecurity measures have raised alarms about preparedness and response …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Brucellosis, a zoonotic bacterial disease affecting livestock and humans, has raised concerns. Preventive measures like livestock vaccination and pasteurization of dairy products are crucial for controlling its spread and safeguarding public health. Overview of Brucellosis: Brucellosis is a zoonotic bacterial infection caused by various species of Brucella. It primarily affects livestock …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Health , Government Policies & Interventions , Important International Institutions Focus: India, accounting for 26% of the global tuberculosis burden, struggles with drug-resistant TB, disrupted supply chains, and healthcare gaps, jeopardizing its goal to end TB by 2025. Despite setbacks, community-driven efforts and case notifications offer hope for sustained progress. Tuberculosis (TB): A …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s First: Diabetes biobank launched to advance scientific understanding of diabetes. Collects Samples: Includes blood specimens from diverse Indian populations for research into Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes (GDM). Key Highlights of the Biobank Chronic Disease: Diabetes disrupts blood sugar regulation, leading to severe complications like blindness, kidney failure, …
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