Public health focuses on the well-being of communities. It aims to prevent disease and promote health. This field encompasses various disciplines, including epidemiology and health education. Public health initiatives often address issues like sanitation and nutrition. They seek to improve access to healthcare services. Effective public health policies can enhance quality of life. They play a crucial role in societal development and economic stability.
Vietnam has recently confirmed its first case of avian influenza in 2025. An eight-year-old girl from Tay Ninh province has been diagnosed with symptoms of encephalitis. This follows...
The Government of India has launched ZooWIN, a digital platform aimed at managing the availability of anti-rabies vaccines (ARV) and anti-snake venom (ASV) throughout the country. ZooWIN is...
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched the National Capacity Building Programme on Oxygen Management. This initiative aims to enhance the medical oxygen infrastructure in India. It...
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) in India has made strides in understanding tuberculosis (TB) through genomic sequencing. On March 24, 2025, it was announced that the DBT has...
Tuberculosis (TB) remains health issue worldwide. It is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M.tb). Recently, global health organisations reported around 1.5 million deaths annually due to TB....
Sustainable urbanisation refers to the development of cities that meet the needs of present and future populations while preserving the environment. It seeks to harmonise urban growth with...
Population ageing refers to the increasing median age in a population. This shift results from declining birth rates and rising life expectancy. As people live longer, the proportion...
Overpopulation leads to the rapid depletion of natural resources. Essential resources such as arable land, fresh water, and fossil fuels are diminishing. Increased demand creates competition for these...
Scrub typhus is health issue affecting rural populations in India. A recent study revealed that this infection is a leading cause of hospitalisations for fever. Conducted by the...
Recent reports from Kalamassery, Kerala, indicate that five students have shown symptoms of viral meningitis. Health authorities confirm their condition is stable. This situation marks the importance of...
