As of January 11, 2025, 8 out of 9 suspected MVD cases in Kagera region died. Cases were reported in Biharamulo and Muleba. The Tanzanian government deployed rapid response teams, mobile labs, and treatment units. WHO classified the outbreak as high-risk, given Kagera’s lo... more

Dermatologists from India and 13 other countries object to the nomenclature T. indotineae for a drug-resistant fungus found in over 40 countries. Critics argue that naming it after India causes undue stigma and racial prejudice, detracting from research into its resistance m... more

India is witnessing a surge in obesity, particularly among children (ages 5–19) and women (over 20), according to a Lancet study. The growing consumption of processed foods and sugary drinks contributes to the health crisis. Policymakers must adopt more accurate and holist... more

Odisha has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate its Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana with the Ayushman Bharat scheme and become 27th state. Delhi and West Bengal have not joined AB PM-JAY. This convergence will provide annual health coverage of ₹5 lakh per f... more

The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the growing trend of unnecessary hysterectomies in states like Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan, urging strict implementation of national health guidelines. This follows reports of exploitative practices under schemes like the Ras... more

Unverified social media posts claim overcrowded hospitals in China due to HMPV, influenza, and COVID-19. WHO has not confirmed a crisis. HMPV affects children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. It causes cold-like symptoms, resolving in 2–5 days, with severe ... more

Lancet study analyses highlight that traditional public health nutrition policies may lack novelty and precise targeting, leading to suboptimal outcomes. Critics argue that broad, one-size-fits-all approaches fail to address specific community needs and behaviors. Voluntary ... more

India’s transition out of the WHO's High Burden to High Impact group in 2024 showcases success in malaria control. Efforts include Integrated Vector Management, strengthened surveillance, community integration, and capacity building. With 24 states now reporting minimal ca... more

HO reports poliovirus in wastewater across five European countries, Pakistan, and Africa, linked to Nigeria’s strain. Vaccine-derived polio cases and environmental detections highlight immunity gaps, despite 85–95% immunization coverage. Experts argue for replacing oral ... more

Despite progress, children under five and the elderly remain vulnerable. DALYs fell from 186 million in 1990 to 59 million in 2021. Key interventions like vaccines, sanitation, and oral rehydration therapy proved effective. Poor water quality and child growth failure remain ... more

The scheme now extends to individuals aged 70+, regardless of socio-economic status. Beneficiaries can register via mobile apps, web portals, or helplines. It covers pre-existing conditions, offers cashless care in 29,000+ hospitals, and alleviates financial burdens for seni... more

On November 13, 2024, Delhi’s AQI hit 418 (CPCB), marking the season’s first ‘severe’ reading. Smog disrupted visibility, causing multiple flight delays and cancellations between Delhi and Amritsar. Residents reported poor air quality and mild weather, while BJP crit... more