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Disease Prevention

Disease prevention refers to measures taken to reduce the risk of illness. It includes vaccination, hygiene practices, and health education. Effective prevention can lower healthcare costs. It improves quality of life. Public health campaigns play a crucial role. Communities benefit from healthy populations. Understanding disease transmission is essential. Governments implement policies to support prevention efforts. Overall, disease prevention is vital for societal well-being.

India’s National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance

India launched the National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (NAP-AMR 2.0) for 2025-29 amid growing concerns about antimicrobial...

 December 3, 2025

Influenza Vaccination Challenges and Strategies in India

Recent years have revealed new challenges in managing influenza in India. The winter of 2024-2025 saw an unusually...

 October 6, 2025

India’s Salt Consumption and Public Health Challenges

India faces a growing health crisis due to excessive salt consumption. Despite attention on sugar and fat intake,...

 September 26, 2025

Tobacco Use in Rural India – Challenges and Solutions

Tobacco use in rural India remains a widespread social norm deeply embedded in everyday life. Despite growing awareness...

 July 17, 2025

Mucormycosis Impact and Management in Post-COVID India

The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed long-term health challenges linked to mucormycosis, a rare but deadly...

 July 14, 2025

Viral Meningitis

Recent reports from Kalamassery, Kerala, indicate that five students have shown symptoms of viral meningitis. Health authorities confirm...

 March 13, 2025

Kerala Health System Improvement Programme Launched

The Kerala government has initiated the Kerala Health System Improvement Programme. This programme is financed by a World...

 February 6, 2025

Snakebite Crisis in India

India faces a severe snakebite crisis, with around 58,000 fatalities each year. This alarming statistic marks the country...

 January 23, 2025

Disease X Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is currently facing a serious health crisis due to an outbreak of...

 December 10, 2024

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