Malaria’s Impact on Colonial History
Historical Understanding of Malaria Relevance : GS 2(Heath) ,GS 3(Science) Malaria’s Impact on Colonial History Socio-Economic and Racial Implications Modern Advances & Persistent Challenges Current Global Malaria Burden Dual Legacy of Scientific Discovery
DCGI urged to lay down stringent guidelines on use of new antibiotics
Context Relevance : GS 2(Health ) ,GS 3(Research) Key Concern Gaps in Regulation Expert Appeal AMR Threat Proposed Action Points
Key Issues in India’s Public Health System
Context The National Health Accounts (NHA) 2021–22 reveal marginal increases in public healthcare expenditure, even as India faces complex public health challenges like NCDs, AMR, and mental health issues. This necessitates reforms for a holistic, trusted, and accessible public health system. Relevance : GS 2(Health ,Governance) Key Issues in India’s Public Health System Government Initiatives Concerns Highlighted Way Forward Revise Public Health […]
Early screening for gestational diabetes can ensure a healthy future for mother and child
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Relevance : GS 2(Health) Need for Early Screening Primordial Prevention Approach Clinical and Scientific Backing Indian Context & Challenges Policy and Practice Recommendations Scientific Theories Involved World Health Day 2025 Relevance Conclusion: A Paradigm Shift Needed
RGI flags delay by hospitals in reporting births
Context and Importance Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) Key Issue Identified by RGI Impact of Delayed Reporting Legal and Administrative Implications Systemic Gaps and Governance Issues Way Forward Why This Matters :
Increased Risks in Women Post-Menopause
Early Onset of NCDs Relevance : GS 2(Health ,Governance ) Increased Risks in Women Post-Menopause Fatty Liver Burden Rising Key Takeaways
Three billion people cannot afford a healthy diet
Global Context of Nutrition Affordability Relevance : GS 2(Health , Hunger , Poverty) Hidden Hunger and Micronutrient Deficiency Economic & Structural Drivers Regional Disparities Food Guidelines vs Reality Policy Implications Key Takeaways India’s Government Initiatives : 1. Public Distribution System (PDS)Provides subsidized grains to around 800 million people.Fulfills calorie needs but lacks nutritional diversity. 2. Pradhan […]
Bridging Gaps building resilience
Context & Theme Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) India’s Health Progress & Challenges Disease Burden & Socioeconomic Factors Policy Responses to Malnutrition Healthcare Funding & Economic Stress Digital Health: Promise & Pitfalls Future-Ready Innovations Resilience & Global Health Alignment Mental Health & Climate Resilience Conclusion & Way Forward
Compassion in primary healthcare
Context and Significance Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues ,Health) India’s Primary Healthcare Structure Case Study 1: Clinical Courage in Rural Rajasthan (Amrit Clinics, BHS) Case Study 2: Addressing Violence in Gujarat through ASHAs Case Study 3: Disaster Preparedness in Tamil Nadu Key Takeaways and Lessons Policy Implications and Recommendations
India’s Legal Framework on Abortion
Context : Supreme Court Ruling on Abortion Rights Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues ,Health ,Judiciary ,Governance ) Foetal Viability and Ethical Dilemmas India’s Legal Framework on Abortion Late-Term Abortions and Legal Challenges Medicolegal Barriers and Provider Perspectives Precedent of Prioritizing Foetal Life Over Women’s Rights Ethical and Legal Implications Conclusion