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Healthcare Systems

Healthcare systems encompass the organisation and delivery of medical services. They vary widely across countries. In India, the system includes both public and private sectors. Public healthcare is often underfunded. Private healthcare offers advanced services but can be costly. Access to healthcare remains a challenge for many. The system is influenced by cultural factors and economic conditions. Reform is necessary for improved health outcomes.

Antibiotics, AMR and India’s Policy Gap

India’s struggle with antimicrobial resistance (AMR) often appears abstract, buried in reports and statistics. Yet, sometimes, a personal...

 December 16, 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

Chronic Venous Insufficiency in US President Trump

Recent reports in 2025 have confirmed that US President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency...

 July 18, 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

National Capacity Building Programme on Oxygen Management

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched the National Capacity Building Programme on Oxygen Management. This initiative...

 March 28, 2025

Genomic Sequencing of Tuberculosis in India

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) in India has made strides in understanding tuberculosis (TB) through genomic sequencing. On...

 March 25, 2025

Causes of Overpopulation

Overpopulation occurs when a region's population exceeds its ecological capacity. This situation results in insufficient resources such as...

 March 15, 2025

Kerala Launches Palliative Care Grid Initiative

Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan introduced the 'Kerala Care' palliative care grid. This initiative aims to unify various...

 March 4, 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

Surge in Guillain-Barré Syndrome Cases in Maharashtra

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare neurological condition that has recently affected 59 individuals in Pune. The Maharashtra...

 January 24, 2025

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