The recent focus on obesity in India has gained momentum following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks in his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. He brought into light the alarming...
Recent studies reveal breakthrough in HIV testing among young people in Mizoram. The state has the highest HIV prevalence in India. A collaborative study by the Indian Council...
Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) presents health challenges worldwide, particularly in low and middle-income countries. In India, the burden of AML is acute, with late-stage diagnoses and limited access...
Niger has made history as the first African nation to eliminate onchocerciasis, commonly known as river blindness. This milestone was recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO), placing...
Tamil Nadu is currently experiencing a surge in mumps cases, with reports indicating at least 150 cases each month. The state’s Directorate of Public Health has urged the...
India has achieved progress in combating malaria, as reported in the latest World Malaria Report by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The country has seen a remarkable decrease...
Disease X is a new illness causing alarm in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has flu-like symptoms, and has a high mortality rate. The World Health...
Recent events have brought to light the dangers of consuming tainted alcohol in Laos, following the tragic deaths of four foreign tourists in Vang Vieng. Methanol is suspected...
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) threatens global health, reducing the effectiveness of life-saving medicines. This issue is particularly severe in developing countries, where limited healthcare access and the misuse of...
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a Bill to amend the Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Act, 1986 for removal of discriminatory terms regarding individuals affected...
