Alzheimer’s Disease
As per a recent study, rare medical accidents can lead to the transmission of Alzheimer’s from one human to another. About Alzheimer’s Disease: It is a brain condition that causes a progressive decline in…
Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs)
World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day is observed every year on January 30. About Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs): NTDs are a diverse group of 20 conditions/diseases that are mainly prevalent in tropical areas, where…
Disease X
Recently, the World Health Organisation (WHO) emphasised the urgent need for global preparedness against a potential new pandemic, referred to as ‘Disease X’. About Disease X: It is referred to…
Scrub Typhus
According to a new study conducted in Tamil Nadu’s Vellore, every millimetre increase in rainfall could lead to a 0.5 to 0.7 per cent rise in monthly scrub typhus cases.…
Havisure vaccine
Recently, the Indian Immunologicals Ltd (IIL) a wholly owned subsidiary of National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) launched India’s first indigenously developed Hepatitis A vaccine ‘Havisure’ in Hyderabad. About Havisure vaccine:…
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
A recent Scientific study investigated the association between migraine and the development of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). About Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): IBD is a term that describes disorders involving long-standing (chronic)…
Cabo Verde Declared A Malaria-Free Country
Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Cabo Verde as a Malaria-free country. Cabo Verde now joins Mauritius and Algeria as the third country in the WHO African region to be certified as malaria-free. What…
National Essential Diagnostics List
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has begun the process of revising the current National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL) and invited relevant stakeholders to offer suggestions on adding or…
Cervical cancer
In a bid to reduce cases of cervical cancer, the government is likely to roll out an immunisation campaign against Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in the second quarter of the year.…
International Classification of Diseases
World Health Organization’s International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 11 TM Module 2, Morbidity Codes launch event will be held in New Delhi on 10th January, 2024. About International Classification of…
ICMR’s Recent Report on Diabetes
ICMR’s recent study says that India has 101 million people living with diabetes Published by – The Madras Diabetes Research Foundation and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Findings – More than…
Drugs Technical Advisory Board
Recently, the Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB) recommended banning the manufacture, sale and distribution of two non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Ketoprofen and Aceclofenac. About Drugs Technical Advisory Board: It is the…
Diabetes
The recent study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research–India Diabetes (ICMR-INDIAB) confirmed that India is now home to 101 million diabetics. About Diabetes: It is a chronic disease that…
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority
Recently, the drug price regulator, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), fixed the ceiling price of 18 formulations, and the retail price of 23 new drugs by bringing them under…
Food Safety Index
Recently, the union Health Minister released the fifth State Food Safety Index in New Delhi. About Food Safety Index: The Index is an annual assessment released by the Food Safety and Standards Authority…
WHO’s ‘pandemic treaty’
Recently, the latest version of the draft Pandemic Instrument, also referred to as the “pandemic treaty,” was shared with Member States at the World Health Assembly (WHA), where addressing ‘antimicrobial resistance ‘in the Pandemic…
Foot rot disease
Recently, several farmers raised the concern over “foot rot” disease in the saplings of the Basmati variety of paddy in the nurseries. About Foot rot disease: It is also known…
National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently alerted states about smaller outbreaks for five diseases—typhoid, malaria, dengue, scrub typhus and hepatitis A. About National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC):…
Smart Bandage
A new ‘smart bandage’ raises the bar for treating chronic wounds. The smart bandage is a soft stretchable polymer that helps the bandage maintain contact with and stick to the…
Joint Child Malnutrition Estimates (JME) 2023
India is having a reduction in stunting but wasting and obesity remains a concern. JME 2023 is jointly released by UNICEF, WHO and World Bank. Global Scenario Obesity – The prevalence of…