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INDIA NEEDS INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES TO ELIMINATE TB Syllabus: GS 2: Issues related to the Social sector : Health care. Government policies and interventions. Why in the News? India’s fight against Tuberculosis (TB) has gained momentum following encouraging results from the PreVenTB Trial, which demonstrated significant efficacy of indigenous vaccines against extrapulmonary TB. The findings …
Read MoreCodeine Syrup Abuse Emerges as Public Challenge Why in the News ? The seizure of around 7,500 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup in Bihar has highlighted the growing misuse of the drug. Experts link the rise in addiction cases, particularly among youth, to its use as a substitute for alcohol following the State’s prohibition policy. …
Read MoreSupreme Court Pushes Uniform Trauma Care Framework Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has directed all States and Union Territories to adopt a uniform trauma care policy within three months. The move aims to reduce preventable deaths from road accidents and strengthen emergency medical response systems across India. Supreme Court Directions on Trauma …
Read MoreHealth Spending Burden Continues To Weigh Households Why in the News ? The latest National Health Accounts (NHA) Estimates 2022-23 reveal that despite increased government spending on healthcare, out-of-pocket expenditure (OOPE) remains high. The report highlights gaps in financial protection, heavy dependence on private healthcare, and low investment in preventive care, raising concerns similar to …
Read MoreKerala Leads India’s Response To Rapid Population Ageing Why in the News ? The Kerala government has announced the creation of a dedicated Department for the Welfare of Elderly People, becoming the first Indian state to do so. The move highlights growing concerns over India’s ageing population and the need for stronger elderly care systems, …
Read MoreEbola Spillover Risks Differ From Pandemic Threats Globally Why in the News ? Amid rising concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa, experts and the World Health Organization have clarified that increased spillover events do not necessarily mean every outbreak has pandemic potential like COVID-19, emphasizing the need for ex post facto …
Read MoreWHO FLAGS HIGH EBOLA RISK IN DRC Why in the News? WHO Assessment: World Health Organization assessed the Ebola outbreak risk in the Democratic Republic of Congo as high at national and regional levels, employing comprehensive Basel framework principles and risk governance frameworks similar to how the Basel Committee evaluates risk-weighted assets (RWA) and capital …
Read MoreJ&K HOUSE SEEKS AMENDMENTS TO FOOD SAFETY ACT Why in the News? Legislative Concern: Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker urged amendments to the Food Safety Act to address rising food adulteration concerns. Ministerial Admission: Health Minister acknowledged deficiencies in the Act, highlighting limited punitive powers and enforcement constraints. DEFICIENCIES IN FOOD SAFETY ACT ENFORCEMENT …
Read MoreH3N2 Influenza Surge Raises Health Concerns in Karachi Why in the News ? Karachi is witnessing a sharp rise in H3N2 influenza cases, following an earlier H1N1 outbreak, with children, elderly, and pregnant women most affected. Hospitals report increased patient inflow, highlighting seasonal flu risks and regional public health preparedness challenges. Rising Influenza Cases and …
Read MoreUrban Health Fragility Demands Urgent Systemic Reforms Syllabus: GS-2: Health , Government Policies & Interventions , Welfare Schemes Why in the News ? India’s latest ICE360 (2023) survey findings, along with the NFHS dataset, reveal that Indian cities are becoming high-risk illness zones due to uneven health insurance coverage, overdependence on private care, low institutional …
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