Non-Communicable Diseases
What is Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic Syndrome?
Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic (CKM) syndrome is emerging as an important health crisis worldwide. It is driven by lifestyle changes and the effects of globalization. This syndrome often starts with gradual weight gain, leading to obesity. This condition increases the risk ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Health Current Affairs
State of Food and Agriculture 2024 Report
Recent findings from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) highlight staggering hidden costs within global agrifood systems. The study estimates these costs at approximately $12 trillion annually, with 70% linked to unhealthy diets. This has important implications for public health ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
Union Health Ministry Launches ’75/25′ Initiative
The Union Health Ministry has unveiled the “75/25” initiative, aiming to revolutionize the management and prevention of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India. This ambitious program sets a target of providing Standard Care to 75 million individuals with hypertension and diabetes ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
National Non-Communicable Disease Monitoring Survey (NNMS)
The National Non-Communicable Disease Monitoring Survey (NNMS) was recently released in India by the Ministry of health. The survey was conducted for the period of 2017-18. This is the first of its kind of a comprehensive survey on NCDs. It ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2021
Mucormycosis and COVID-19
The Gujarat Government recently issued advisory on Fungal infection called “Mucormycosis”. It is a serious infection with a mortality rate of 50%. It compromises the immune system. About Mucormycosis It is a rare fungal infection with continuous headache and heaviness ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2020
Vision 2035: Public Health Surveillance in India
NITI Aayog has recently released a white paper titled Vision 2035: Public Health Surveillance in India. It is part of its work to strengthen health systems in India. The paper calls for integration of the three tiers of healthcare system ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2020
Lancet: Life Expectancy in India increases to 70.8 years
The recently published Lancet medical report says that the life expectancy of India has increased since 1990. Key findings of the report The life expectancy of India has increased from 59.6 years in 1992 to 70.8 years in 2019. Kerala ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
September 29: World Heart Day
Every year, the World Heart Day is observed on September 29. The day is observed to create awareness about cardio vascular diseases. It was initiated by World Heart Foundation. Highlights The day is important as cardio vascular diseases are the ..