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Why in the news? The Supreme Court stressed the importance of pollution-free environments, directing the Delhi government to decide on a year-round firecracker ban by November 25, 2024, after violations during Diwali. Highlights of the Court’s Observations on Pollution: The Supreme Court emphasised that no religion encourages activities leading to pollution. The right to live …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Health spending in low-income and middle-income countries, including India, has decreased post-pandemic, endangering progress toward Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and public health targets. Post-Pandemic Health Budget Trends: Government health spending in low-income countries (LICs) and lower-middle-income countries (LMICs) has seen a sharp decline after pandemic-related increases. A study by the World …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A new study shows that mpox clade Ia has evolved to transmit between humans, raising concerns over its spread and response to antiviral treatments and vaccines. Overview of Recent Study on Mpox Evolution: The WHO declared mpox a public health emergency in 2022-2023. Mpox has been a concern since the eradication …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The government plans to add 250 new CDSCO positions, strengthening oversight of drug and medical device quality amid global scrutiny and to uphold Good Manufacturing Practices standards. Key Initiatives to Strengthen CDSCO: The government aims to double the staffing at the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) by creating 250 new …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The WHO has prioritised 17 pathogens for new vaccine development to address rising antimicrobial resistance and public health risks, especially in vulnerable communities across low- and middle-income countries. About WHO’s New Global Priority List for Vaccine Development: The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a list of 17 priority pathogens that …
Read MoreWhy in the news? WHO’s 2024 report shows India’s 17.7% TB incidence reduction since 2015, highlighting efforts under the National TB Elimination Programme to achieve TB-free status by 2025. Achievements in Reducing TB Incidence: India achieved a 7% decline in TB cases from 2015 to 2023, surpassing the global average of 8.3%, according to WHO’s …
Read MoreWhy in the news? An E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s burgers in the U.S. has led to one death and 10 hospitalizations, prompting the company to halt serving certain ingredients in multiple states. About the McDonald’s-Linked E. Coli Outbreak in the U.S.: One person has died, and 10 have been hospitalised in the U.S. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Ukraine faces a severe outbreak of West Nile virus (WNV), raising health concerns as the death toll rises. With transmission peaking between summer and autumn, numerous countries report cases, prompting global health authorities to monitor the situation closely. About West Nile Fever (WNV): Caused by West Nile virus (WNV), an RNA …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A 75-year-old man in Kerala has been diagnosed with murine typhus after visiting Vietnam and Cambodia. The disease, transmitted by fleas, raises concerns about its spread in regions where rats are prevalent. About Murine Typhus: Cause: Infectious disease caused by the flea-borne bacteria Rickettsia typhi. Transmission: Spread through bites from infected …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Biotechnology ,Scientific Innovations & Discoveries Focus: India’s precision medicine sector is rapidly growing, but inadequate biobank regulations are hindering its full potential. With biobanks playing a crucial role in medical research, the need for strong data protection laws and ethical oversight has come to the forefront, pushing for reforms. Introduction to Precision Medicine …
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