About The Gaucher Disease
Context: Children suffering from lysosomal storage disorders like Gaucher disease are facing a bleak future as their treatment has been stopped due to the exhaustion of one-time support from the Union health Ministry. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Gaucher Disease: Type of Disorder: Gaucher disease is an inherited lysosomal storage disorder […]
Unpacking the First Ever COP Health Day
Context: The 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), convened in Dubai and hosted by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), took place against the backdrop of unparalleled challenges faced by the planet. This year has witnessed record-breaking temperatures, devastating wildfires consuming communities, and floods erasing cities, providing unmistakable evidence of the ongoing crisis. Relevance: Mains Question: […]
A Lumpy Skin Disease
Context: A Parliamentary Standing Committee has raised concerns about the accuracy of information regarding cattle deaths due to Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD). Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: What is the lumpy skin disease? How does it spread? Symptoms: What is the geographical distribution and how did it spread to India? Is it […]
About A Noma Disease
Context: Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced the inclusion of noma (cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis) in its official list of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Relevance: GS II: Health Noma Disease Affected Population: Progression: Transmission and Contagiousness: Treatment: Conclusion: -Source: WHO
About A Ketamine
Context: Recently, the autopsy report for Matthew Perry, stating that the actor’s cause of death was the “acute effects of ketamine,” which has sparked concerns and questions about the use of this medication. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Ketamine: Chemical Origins and Mechanism: Medical Applications: Impact on the Body: Regulatory Status […]
Non-Communicable Diseases and Millets
Context: India is currently undergoing an epidemiological transition marked by a surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), commonly known as “lifestyle” diseases. Concurrently, there exists a “dual disease burden” due to the prevalent high prevalence of communicable diseases. Relevance: GS-2- Health GS-3 Mains Question: To minimise the rising burden of non-communicable diseases in India, regular consumption […]
Mumps- A Contagious Paramyxovirus Infection
Context: Recently, Mumps cases in children are on rise in the states of Maharashtra and Telangana which has become a cause of concern for parents. Relevance: GS II: Health About Mumps: A Contagious Paramyxovirus Infection Causative Agent: Symptoms: Transmission: Symptoms and Progression: Treatment and Prevention: -Source: Hindustan Times
What is Anthrax?
Context: Recently, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported a significant anthrax outbreak in Zambia, marking an alarming spread of the disease across nine out of the country’s ten provinces. Relevance: GS II-Health Dimensions of the Article: What is Anthrax? How do animals get Anthrax? How do humans get infected? What are the symptoms of […]
Mental Health Initiatives in India
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has shed light on the initiatives aimed at addressing mental health concerns in the country. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Highlighted Mental Health Initiatives in India: National Mental Health Programme (NMHP): National Tele Mental Health Programme: NIMHANS and iGOT-Diksha Collaboration: Ayushman Bharat – HWC Scheme: […]
Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission’s Alert
Context: The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) has issued a drug safety alert concerning Meftal, a common painkiller. The alert warns about severe allergic reactions, including the DRESS syndrome, triggered by its constituent, mefenamic acid, which has the potential to impact internal organs. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: DRESS Syndrome Meftal’s Use and […]