National Health Accounts Estimates for India 2020-21 and 2021-22 Released by Union Health Ministry
The Union Health Ministry has recently released the National Health Accounts Estimates for India 2020-21 and 2021-22 Key Highlights Government
Food Import Rejection Alert (FIRA)
The Government of India has recently launched the Food Import Rejection Alert (FIRA) portal, at the second edition of the
National Exit Test (NExT)
The National Exit Test (NExT) for AYUSH has been made effective starting from the 2021-2022 batch. About National Exit Test
Mitochondria keep brain cells alive and protect against Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s Disease research has recently revealed that manipulating a specific protein, Drp1 (Dynamin-related protein 1), can restore mitochondrial function and
Cholera
Bharat Biotech recently launched Hillchol (BBV131), a novel single-strain oral cholera vaccine (OCV). About Cholera: Causes: Symptoms: Treatment: Prevention: Ref:
National Medical Register (NMR) Portal
The Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare recently inaugurated the National Medical Register (NMR) Portal. About National Medical Register
Leptospirosis (Rat Fever)
Kerala has recently been grappling with a severe Leptospirosis outbreak. The outbreak has been exacerbated by heavy monsoon rains and
Scrub Typhus and Typhoid
The Chief Minister of Meghalaya has recently been hospitalized after testing positive for scrub typhus and typhoid. About Scrub Typhus
Growing Concern Over Microplastics in Human Brain Tissue
Microplastics in human brain tissue have been revealed by recent studies, which show that these particles are accumulating in critical
India Bans 156 Fixed-Dose Combination Drugs
India has recently imposed a ban on 156 fixed-dose combination (FDC) drugs due to concerns about their irrationality and potential