Health Current Affairs

Viral Meningitis

March 13, 2025

Recent reports indicate that five students from a private school in Kalamassery, Kerala, have shown symptoms of viral meningitis. Samples have been sent for testing to the National Institute of Virology. This situation marks the importance of understanding viral meningitis, ..

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Swine Flu Surge in India

March 4, 2025

The rise in swine flu (H1N1) cases in India has alarmed health authorities. By December 2024, over 20,414 infections and 347 fatalities were reported. States like Delhi, Kerala, and Maharashtra are particularly affected. What is Swine Flu (H1N1)? Swine flu, ..

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India’s Growing Obesity Crisis and Health Implications

March 3, 2025

The recent focus on obesity in India has gained momentum following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks in his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. He brought into light the alarming statistics revealing that one in eight Indians is affected by obesity, particularly ..

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HIV Self-Testing Initiative in Mizoram

February 24, 2025

Recent studies reveal breakthrough in HIV testing among young people in Mizoram. The state has the highest HIV prevalence in India. A collaborative study by the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research and Mizoram ..

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Cancer Care Challenges in Acute Myeloid Leukaemia

February 22, 2025

Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) presents health challenges worldwide, particularly in low and middle-income countries. In India, the burden of AML is acute, with late-stage diagnoses and limited access to advanced treatment options. Despite global advancements in cancer care, disparities remain ..

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Niger Eliminates Onchocerciasis

February 3, 2025

Niger has made history as the first African nation to eliminate onchocerciasis, commonly known as river blindness. This milestone was recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO), placing Niger alongside Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Guatemala as countries free from this ..

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Tamil Nadu Seeks Mumps Vaccine Inclusion

December 24, 2024

Tamil Nadu is currently experiencing a surge in mumps cases, with reports indicating at least 150 cases each month. The state’s Directorate of Public Health has urged the Government of India to include the mumps vaccine in the Universal Immunisation ..

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World Malaria Report 2024

December 13, 2024

India has achieved progress in combating malaria, as reported in the latest World Malaria Report by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The country has seen a remarkable decrease in malaria cases and deaths from 2017 to 2023. This achievement has ..

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What is ‘Disease X’?

December 11, 2024

Disease X is a new illness causing alarm in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has flu-like symptoms, and has a high mortality rate. The World Health Organization (WHO) is actively managing the outbreak. Outbreak Overview Since October, approximately ..

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What is Methanol Poisoning?

November 23, 2024

Recent events have brought to light the dangers of consuming tainted alcohol in Laos, following the tragic deaths of four foreign tourists in Vang Vieng. Methanol is suspected to be the cause. This incident raises awareness about the risks associated ..

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