Anaemia cases have been on the rise since the COVID-19 pandemic, and India needs a holistic public health approach to tackle this problem ...
The human metapneumovirus (hMPV), a longstanding respiratory virus, finds its way into the limelight in a post-pandemic world, casting suspicions over a possible large-scale outbreak ...
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Limitations in the awareness, accessibility and affordability of nutritious food are impacting the health of India’s elderly ...
As India continues to integrate behavioural tools to complement traditional policy approaches, it can create a resilient and effective public health system that addresses challenges for humans ...
Problems in nutrition security in the rural communities of Africa and India signal the need for a focus on agrobiodiversity to empower local farmers ...
International Migrants Day reminds us that while borders may be imaginary lines, the barriers to healthcare for those crossing them are all too real ...
Nafithromycin, India’s first indigenously developed antibiotic for resistant infections, showcases innovation through public-private collaboration. ...
World Pneumonia Day highlights the urgent need to protect vulnerable lives from pneumonia's devastating toll ...
On World Stroke Day, India faces a critical call to action: to build a CPR- and BLS-ready nation equipped for lifesaving preparedness in emergencies. ...
As India continues to invest in infrastructure, incorporating psycho-oncological services could significantly help improve the quality of life and health outcomes for all ...
Without legal frameworks enforcing labour laws, such as those seen in Europe, the mental and economic toll on India’s essential workforce will only escalate. ...
There is a strong need for developing nuance in our understanding of both mental health and work, especially in developing country contexts like India ...
India must prioritise the development of novel drugs to address the mental health crisis effectively, leveraging its biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors ...
To break the cycle between food insecurity and mental health, initiatives need to be undertaken that directly target mental health issues ...
With climate change intensifying, India faces not only a mounting environmental crisis but also a growing mental health epidemic ...
Indian workplaces must go beyond mere compliance and foster environments that are truly conducive to neurodiverse individuals ...
The absence of legal interventions to address mental health issues in India calls for reform of labour laws ...
A multi-stakeholder approach that integrates mental health considerations into the fabric of labour market reforms must be adopted to deal with the realities of Workforce 2.0 ...
A holistic approach within the SDG framework, encompassing mental, emotional, and physical well-being, is essential for fostering youth capital ...
The increased digital access provides a valuable opportunity for India to extend mental healthcare services by improving access, quality, and affordability ...
There is a growing need to harness miRNA biology to develop new technologies and focus on its translational applications ...
The current momentum in government funding within the health sector needs to be maintained if India has to get near the national goal of public sector spending on health ...
Antibiotic pollution worsens antimicrobial resistance as a warming climate accelerates the spread of superbugs ...
The mpox outbreak highlights the urgent need for vaccines, with India’s BioE3 policy crucial for boosting production and supporting global health efforts ...
Surrogate marketing in India has become a significant public health concern in recent times. Stricter regulations, increased public awareness, and international collaboration are essential to mitigate its impact. ...
Shantanu Kishwar has an undergraduate degree in Literary and Cultural Studies, and International Studies, from FLAME University, and a Master's Degree in History from Ambedkar University. He works in the development and policy space, with experience studying education, labour, and ...
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Diya Shah is a Research Assistant at ORF’s Centre for Economy and Growth. Her work explores developments in climate finance as part of a broader, ever-evolving climate discourse, specifically focusing on gaps in global financial infrastructures, adaptive finance and carbon ...
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