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Page-2 of Blindness

Blindness is a condition that affects vision. It can result from various causes, including disease or injury. In India, blindness remains a public health issue. Many people lack access to proper eye care. Cultural perceptions of blindness vary across communities. Efforts are ongoing to improve awareness and treatment. Education and rehabilitation are crucial for those affected. Support systems can enhance quality of life.

COVID-19 Pandemic Delays Measles Immunisation Campaigns Globally

The United Nations (UN) has reported that due to the Covid-19 pandemic, measles immunisation campaigns have been delayed...

 April 14, 2020

India Aids Maldives with Measles Outbreak

Recently, the Maldives has experienced a measles outbreak, less than three years after the World Health Organisation (WHO)...

 January 23, 2020

Bangladesh Approves Golden Rice to Combat Vitamin A Deficiency

Recently, Bangladesh has made headlines for becoming the first nation to authorize the cultivation of golden rice. This...

 November 24, 2019

WHO Reports 2.2 Billion People Suffer Vision Impairment Worldwide

In a recent landmark publication by the World Health Organization (WHO), the first-ever World Vision Report was published...

 October 11, 2019

CCHFW Conference Focuses on Health Priorities, Infrastructure

The 13th Conference of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare (CCHFW), recently took place in India’s...

 October 10, 2019

WHO Members Aim to Eliminate Measles, Rubella by 2023

The World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Committee for South-East Asia's member nations have committed to eradicating the highly...

 September 5, 2019

Study: Women 69% More Likely to Develop Cataracts

In a fascinating revelation, studies indicate that, women are 69% more prone to develop cataracts than men. Investigators...

 July 17, 2019

FSSAI Proposes Color-Coded Nutrition Labels on Food Items

The Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) has recently released new labelling guidelines as part of its draft...

 June 27, 2019

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