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Why 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, …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Soumya Swaminathan, former Director-General of the Indian Council of Medical Research and Chief Scientist of the World Health Organization, has been appointed Principal Adviser for the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP). She will serve in this role pro bono at the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, based out of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Zika Virus Cases in Maharashtra: Recently, several Zika virus cases have been reported from parts of Maharashtra, prompting nationwide attention. Health Ministry’s Advisory: The Union Health Ministry has issued an advisory to all States, emphasizing the importance of maintaining vigilance against the virus. Focus on Pregnant Women Screening Recommendations: States are …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Tuberculosis remains a critical health issue in India, causing 480,000 deaths annually, prompting revised protocols for elimination efforts. The Health Ministry aims to reinvigorate the TB elimination initiative, targeting the eradication of deaths, disease, and poverty caused by TB by 2025. source:medium About ICMR: Indian Council of Medical Research Apex body …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3- Advancement in the field of science and technology , Issues related to Vaccine safety and solutions needed Focus : The focus of the article is on the criticism faced by a study from Banaras Hindu University on Covaxin’s long-term safety. The study, published in the journal Drug Safety, was critiqued by ICMR and …
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