Prevalence of Diabetes in India
Context: A nationwide study published in 2023 estimates that India has approximately 10.13 crore individuals with diabetes, along with an additional 13.6 crore people classified as pre-diabetic. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) Test How Does the Test Work? Sugar and Hemoglobin Interaction: Measurement of Glycated Haemoglobin: What is […]
The Power of Centralised Labs in Modern Healthcare
Context: In today’s era, medical assessments and clinical evaluations are greatly complemented by laboratory investigations. Medical practitioners and surgeons rely laboratory tests to diagnose medical conditions. Laboratory diagnostics furnish highly valuable insights that aid in accurate diagnoses, facilitate the monitoring of disease progression, and inform treatment decisions. Relevance: GS2- Health Mains Question: A centralised approach […]
National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (NAP-SE), under the ‘One Health’ approach. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (NAP-SE): Aim: Strategic Actions: Human Health: Wildlife Health: Animal and Agriculture Component: Snakebite Envenoming […]
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 […]