Health Current Affairs

Surge in Paediatric Tuberculosis Cases in India

April 14, 2025

The rise in notified paediatric tuberculosis (TB) cases in India has become public health concern. Recent data indicates a 38 per cent increase in cases among children aged up to 14 years from 2020 to 2024. This surge is attributed ..

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Thalassemia in India

April 10, 2025

Thalassemia is a global health concern. Each year, 300,000 to 400,000 babies are born with severe haemoglobin disorders. These conditions arise from genetic mutations affecting haemoglobin production. Thalassemia leads to reduced or abnormal haemoglobin, resulting in anaemia. Types of Thalassemia ..

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Diarrhoeal Disease Challenges

April 5, 2025

Diarrhoeal diseases remain public health challenge in India. The World Health Organization (WHO) marks diarrhoea as the third leading cause of death among children under five. In India, approximately 1.7 billion cases occur annually. Unsafe water and poor sanitation are ..

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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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