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.
The H5N1 bird flu virus has caused its first human fatality in the United States. A 65-year-old Louisiana resident died after being hospitalised since mid-December 2024. This case...
Ebola virus disease is a severe and often deadly illness caused by the Ebola virus. It poses threat to public health worldwide. The virus is primarily transmitted through...
In operation against counterfeit pharmaceuticals, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) and the Drugs Control Directorate of West Bengal conducted a raid in Kolkata. The investigation targeted...
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, now entering its sixth year. Recent updates from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveal that 77 countries reported new cases and 27...
Rwanda has successfully concluded its first-ever Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed the outbreak's end on December 20, 2024. This declaration followed a...
The Ministry of Ayush in India has launched a central sector scheme aimed at promoting international cooperation for AYUSH systems of medicine. This initiative seeks to enhance global...
India has made advancement in diabetes research with the establishment of the country's first diabetes biobank in Chennai. This initiative, led by the Indian Council of Medical Research...
The global battle against polio has seen progress since the World Health Organisation's call for eradication in 1988. As of 2024, polio remains endemic in only two countries...
India has made strides in malaria control, emerging from the High-Burden-High-Impact group of endemic countries. The World Malaria Report released recently marks a 69% reduction in malaria cases...
Snakebites are public health issue in India. The Union Health Ministry has emphasised the need to classify snakebites as a notifiable disease. This classification allows for better tracking...
