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Why in the news? Banned Oxytocin misuse in Delhi dairies prompts HC action against animal cruelty; authorities urged to tackle spurious usage. About the Banned Oxytocin Usage in Delhi Dairies: Oxytocin was banned in April 2018 for misuse on milch cattle to enhance yield, affecting cattle and human health. Recent report raises concerns about its …
Read MoreWhy in the news? “Poor identification of brain death cases hindering organ donations in India, prompting Union Health Ministry’s intervention.” About the Challenges in Organ Donation: Poor Identification of Brain Death Cases: Despite many potential cases, India faces low rates of organ donation due to inadequate identification and certification of brain death cases. The Union …
Read MoreWhy in the news? “Supreme Court petition seeks expert panel to investigate Covishield vaccine’s safety after AstraZeneca’s blood clot concerns.” source:slideserve About Plea for Vaccine Safety Probe: Advocate Vishal Tiwari filed a petition in the Supreme Court concerning the safety of the Covishield vaccine. The petition requests the formation of an expert medical panel to …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Disaster and disaster management Why in the News? A global study conducted in 2022 analyzed 266 studies. It found that heat waves were linked to an7% rise in mortality. Among various health risks, stroke and coronary heart disease showed the highest specific risk. Climate Conditions Scientific consensus identifies 2023 as the …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 3: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Focus: There is scientific consensus that 2023 was the hottest year ever in the planet’s recorded history. Source: Oxford As global temperatures continue to rise, the health impacts of this heat become increasingly severe, affecting not only the spread of infectious diseases but also …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Focus: The Swachh Bharat Mission fully owned by the state has become a toolkit for privatisation of public health services. About Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM): Launch and Objective: Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) was launched …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Focus: Capping costs in private sector is important but healthcare can’t do without adequate state investment. Healthcare Costs and Impoverishment Healthcare expenses can quickly become overwhelming, leading to financial crises for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 1: Human resources And Health GS 2: Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population, Government Policies and intervention. Why in the News? A 2021 study in India revealed alarming statistics, with 28% of baby food products found to have high sugar content, raising concerns about the impact on infant health. Source: IE …
Read MoreWhy in the news? WHO introduces the term ‘infectious respiratory particles’ for airborne pathogens, addressing communication challenges during COVID-19 pandemic, enhancing global understanding. Definition of Airborne Pathogens: The World Health Organization (WHO) has introduced the term ‘infectious respiratory particles’ (IRPs) to describe pathogens transmitted through the air. This terminology aims to address the lack of …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Issues of buffer stocks and food security Why in the News? Despite the intense election campaign in India and predictions favoring the current government’s continuation, plans are underway for the first 100 days of their third term. The upcoming government should prioritize enhancing productivity in agriculture, expanding processing and retailing capacities, …
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