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Why in the news? President Droupadi Murmu is inaugurating a two-day International Conference on Unani Day in New Delhi, commemorating the birth anniversary of renowned Unani physician Hakim Ajmal Khan and promoting research, innovation, and global cooperation in Unani medicine. Event Highlights: President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate a two-day International Conference on Unani Day in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India launched GARBHINI-DRISHTI, a data dashboard under the GARBH-INi program, offering access to extensive pregnancy-related datasets, fostering global research collaboration, and enhancing healthcare interventions for maternal and neonatal health. Key Features and Objectives: Enables early prediction of complications such as preterm births. Offers comprehensive research guidelines for global researchers to access …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora ,Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Focus: On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump announced the U.S.’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization, citing bias toward China and pandemic mismanagement. This decision, accompanied …
Read MoreWhy in the news? European regulators monitor bird flu variants for pandemic risks. A Lancet study reveals menstrual health challenges in South Asia. University of Surrey research links climate change to increased Salmonella outbreaks, raising health concerns globally. Bird Flu Virus Variants Under Monitoring: European regulators, including the ECDC and European Food Safety Authority, are …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s obesity guidelines have been updated after 15 years, replacing “overweight” with two obesity grades. This change emphasizes the significance of abdominal fat distribution, especially in Asian Indians, to better diagnose and treat obesity-related health risks. Obesity Guidelines in India Updated After 15 Years Revision of Obesity Terminology: India-specific obesity guidelines, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) has been detected in India, causing respiratory infections. The government is monitoring cases, while health experts assure that it is not a new virus, emphasizing preventive measures and vigilance in light of global reports. Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): Overview and Symptoms What is HMPV?: HMPV is a respiratory virus …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Health Ministry is monitoring the surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China, particularly affecting children. India has not reported any unusual spike in respiratory illnesses, and authorities reassure there is no immediate cause for concern. HMPV Outbreak in China: The Union Health Ministry is closely monitoring the rise …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3 – Health and non communicable diseases , technology in healthcare , Lifestyle Focus : The article discusses obesity as a global health crisis and a major contributor to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular ailments. It highlights the alarming trends of obesity across age groups, especially in India, its …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Rwanda successfully contained its first-ever Marburg Virus outbreak, with the WHO declaring it over after 42 days without new cases, highlighting effective public health response. Successful Containment of the Outbreak Rwanda has officially ended its first-ever Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak. WHO declared the outbreak over after 42 days without new …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A study reveals nanoplastics from single-use plastic bottles can facilitate antibiotic resistance through gene transfer mechanisms, emphasizing the urgent need to combat plastic pollution and its health impacts. Impact of Nanoplastics on Antibiotic Resistance: A study reveals nanoplastics from single-use plastic bottles (SUPBs) contribute to antibiotic resistance (AR). AR occurs when …
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