Karnataka Government Bans Harmful Colorants in Food
Context: The Karnataka Government’s recent announcement regarding the ban on harmful colorants in popular food items such as cotton candy and Gobi Manchurian is a significant step towards ensuring food safety and public health. Relevance: GS II: Health Ban on Harmful Colorants: Food Safety Regulations: Public Health Impact: -Source: The Hindu
A Path to Welfare and Prosperity
Context: Patent pooling involves an arrangement between two or more patent holders to combine their patents, enabling mutual cross-licensing among themselves or third parties. The historical progression of patent pools suggests their emergence in response to the complexity of multifaceted technologies, requiring the integration of various components from the technology landscape to achieve necessary and superior […]
On Magic Injections and Their Repercussions
Context: In recent months, newspapers have consistently featured articles discussing the prevalence of ‘magic injections’ touted for their purported ability to ensure weight loss. These injections, containing the drug Semaglutide originally designed for treating Type 2 diabetes mellitus, have gained attention for their additional weight-loss effects. However, it’s worth noting that these articles often omit the […]
About Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Context: March 4 is observed as International HPV Awareness Day every year. Relevance: GS II: Health Human Papillomavirus (HPV) -Source: The Hindu
About Rare Disease Day
Context: Recently, Rare Disease Day was observed on the last day of February. This international awareness day is dedicated to raising awareness of rare diseases and their significant impact on patients and their families. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Rare Disease Day: Global Advocacy Movement: Annual Observance: Focal Point for Advocacy: Collaborative […]
Objectionable Advertisements Act 1954
Context: Recently, the Supreme Court has prohibited Patanjali Ayurved from disseminating advertisements that claim to treat medical conditions such as BP, diabetes, fevers, epilepsy, and lupus, as outlined in the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act of 1954. Relevance: GS II: Health Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954: Legislative Framework: Scope of […]
Double Burden in India: Obesity and Undernutrition
Context: According to a new study published by the Lancet, India has become one of the countries with a high “double burden,” of Obesity and Undernutrition. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Meaning of Obesity & Undernutrition Obesity: Underweight: Key Highlights of the Study Published by the Lancet: Obesity in India: Underweight in […]
Regenerative Potential of Menstrual Blood Stem Cells
Context: Recent research has uncovered the regenerative capabilities of stem cells found in menstrual blood, marking a significant breakthrough that stems from studies conducted over the past two decades. This revelation not only expands our understanding of the intricate dynamics between the female reproductive system and regenerative processes but also opens new frontiers in reproductive […]
AI in Oncology at AIIMS Delhi
Context: At the forefront of medical innovation, researchers at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered model named iOncology AI Project, integrated with a supercomputer, to aid oncologists in making informed decisions regarding cancer treatment. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of […]
On Cervical Cancer and its Control Strategy
Context: Health is rarely one-dimensional, and it should not be perceived as such. Especially in government policy, a comprehensive understanding of the entire issue is essential, incorporating multiple facets in a field strategy to achieve the intended goal optimally. The recent announcement by Union Finance Minister during the presentation of the interim Budget, outlining the government’s […]