Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are chronic health conditions. They include heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. These diseases often result from lifestyle choices. Poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking contribute to their prevalence. NCDs pose significant challenges to healthcare systems. They affect individuals and communities alike. Prevention and management are crucial. Public awareness and education can help reduce their impact.
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has reported a significant increase in obesity rates across India, highlighting associated health risks. The latest data indicates rising prevalence in...
India’s healthcare system is once again under scrutiny — for fake medicines, unnecessary procedures, unethical trials, and the steady normalisation of preventable suffering. At the same time, disease...
India, home to nearly 146 crore people, stands at a critical juncture in public health. Even as health infrastructure expanded in the post-pandemic years, the country faces a...
The recent death of a Bengaluru bus driver due to cardiac arrest has brought into light the concerning health outcomes among urban workers in India. Many individuals who...
Recent findings from the Access to Nutrition Initiative reveal a concerning trend. Major food and beverage companies offer less healthy products in low-and-middle income countries compared to high-income...
