Cross-blood transplant performed on a patient with Bombay blood
Context : First-Ever Cross-Blood Kidney Transplant for Bombay Blood Group Relevance : GS 2(health) ,G S 3(Science) Challenges of the Bombay Blood Group in Transplantation Breakthrough Medical Innovation The process involved: Successful Surgery & Post-Operative Recovery Implications & Future Prospects Medical & Research Breakthrough Challenges & Further Research Needed
The financial toxicity of cancer care in India
Challenges of Accessing Cancer Care Relevance : GS 2(Health , Social Justice) Public and Private Healthcare Landscape State-Level Initiatives and Nonprofit Contributions Political Will and Policy Solutions Future Projections and the Role of Collective Action Conclusion
Understanding Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
Overview of the Outbreak Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Understanding Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) Causes and Transmission Route Public Health and Government Failure Medical and Economic Challenges Broader Implications and Future Risks
EU tracks bird flu virus variants over rising threat to humans
Context : The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Food Safety Authority are monitoring bird flu virus variants. Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Menstruation Disrupts Daily Activities for 20% of South Asian Women Climate Change Increases Salmonella Outbreak Risk
What WHO’s recommendation for low sodium salt means for India
Context : WHO has issued new guidelines recommending low-sodium salt substitutes (LSSS). Relevance : GS 2(Health) Key Recommendations by WHO Why Salt is Again a Public Health Focus Health Risks of Excessive Sodium Consumption Indian Context: High Salt Consumption & Public Health Concerns Challenges in Implementing Low-Sodium Salt Substitutes (LSSS) Potential Solutions & Policy Recommendations Substituting salt […]
Is Guillain-Barré Syndrome Life-Threatening
Overview of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) Relevance : GS 2(Health ) Causes of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Symptoms of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Treatment of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Recovery and Prognosis Is GBS Life-Threatening? What’s Happening in Pune?
Assam tea workers prone to post-TB fungal disease
Context: Relevance : GS 2(Health ) TB Prevalence in Assam Tea Belts: Key Findings of the Study: Implications for Public Health: Recommended Interventions: Related Context:
Keep a watch on thyroid disorders
Overview of Thyroid Disorders: Relevance: GS 2(Health) Statistics: Symptoms Indicating Thyroid Issues: Testing and Diagnosis: Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy: Risk Factors: Advice from Experts:
The hidden dangers of Rhodamine B
What is Rhodamine B: A synthetic dye used in textiles, paper, leather, and scientific research due to its fluorescent properties. Relevance : GS 2(Health) Health Risks: Global Concerns: Indian Perspective: Expert Opinions: India’s Food Safety Ecosystem:
National Health Mission has curbed several public health concerns
Context: Achievements of the National Health Mission (NHM) in improving healthcare access, reducing mortality rates, and strengthening rural and community-based healthcare systems Relevance : GS 2(Health,Governance ) Reduction in Mortality Ratios Improvement in Fertility Rate Healthcare Workforce Expansion Health Emergencies Response Control of Communicable Diseases Strategic Areas of Focus