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Positioning India at the helm of health diplomacy
Healthcare Dec 22, 2023

Positioning India at the helm of health diplomacy

Incorporation of health diplomacy in the existing training institutions for diplomats and other professionals could add value to position India at the forefront of global health diplomacy ...

Healthcare (still) is a rich man's game in 2024: Navigating global trends
Healthcare Dec 16, 2023

Healthcare (still) is a rich man's game in 2024: Navigating global trends

Throughout history, healthcare has often been a privilege of the affluent, a trend that continues into 2024 despite technological advancements ...

A human rights approach to secure health in a humanitarian crisis
Healthcare Dec 11, 2023

A human rights approach to secure health in a humanitarian crisis

A comprehensive strategy needs to be adopted to uphold health as an essential human right in conflict zones ...

ICMR study on sudden deaths among youth
Healthcare Dec 04, 2023

ICMR study on sudden deaths among youth

A recent paper by the Indian Council of Medical Research puts the popular theories linking the COVID-19 vaccination and the rise in sudden deaths among youth to rest ...

Empowering communities: A reflection on World AIDS Day 2023 in India
Healthcare | Social Inclusion Dec 01, 2023

Empowering communities: A reflection on World AIDS Day 2023 in India

It is essential to focus on tailored policies and prevention strategies that India must adopt to continue its fight against HIV/AIDS ...

Healthcare transformation through regulation: The potential impact of India's Pharmacy Bill
Healthcare Nov 27, 2023

Healthcare transformation through regulation: The potential impact of India's Pharmacy Bill

The draft bill's focus on international collaboration, technological adaptability, and integration of traditional practices can enhance the quality of pharmacy practice in India ...

Aadhaar: Underutilised in promoting preventive and public health
Healthcare Nov 16, 2023

Aadhaar: Underutilised in promoting preventive and public health

India can craft a holistic public and preventive health policy paradigm by using Aadhaar to cultivate health-positive behaviours ...

The silent threat: Exploring the link between air pollution and diabetes
Healthcare | Climate Change Nov 14, 2023

The silent threat: Exploring the link between air pollution and diabetes

Recent research has drawn attention to the potential link between air pollution and diabetes, indicating that environmental factors may play a crucial role in its spread ...

Can mental health become a priority pillar for future G20 Presidencies?
International Affairs | Healthcare Nov 09, 2023

Can mental health become a priority pillar for future G20 Presidencies?

With commitment, collaboration, and a comprehensive approach, the G20 has the capacity to guide us toward a future where mental health occupies a central place in global priorities, saving lives and nurturing holistic well-being for all. ...

Foods of the future: Ecological promises and ethical challenges of synthetic meat
Healthcare Nov 08, 2023

Foods of the future: Ecological promises and ethical challenges of synthetic meat

As the world seeks eco-friendly and ethically sound nutrition alternatives, synthetic meat takes centre stage, but like all innovations, it comes with its own set of promises and challenges ...

Solving the mystery of sudden deaths in young adults
Healthcare Nov 07, 2023

Solving the mystery of sudden deaths in young adults

Studies indicate that the sudden deaths among young adults have little to do with the COVID-19 vaccination and a lot more to do with one’s lifestyle ...

Health Perspective of the G20 New Delhi Leaders Declaration
Healthcare | Economics and Finance Oct 25, 2023

Health Perspective of the G20 New Delhi Leaders Declaration

The New Delhi Declaration’s policy commitments in the health sector emphasise the role of the G20 in revising the existing financial and global health governance discussions ...

Water is life, water is food: Leave no one behind
Healthcare | Climate, Food and Environment | Sustainable Development | Water Oct 16, 2023

Water is life, water is food: Leave no one behind

Only by recognising the intrinsic value of water and its central role in our existence can we hope to build a more resilient and food-secure world for present and future generations ...

Fundamental health services for women: Analysing gender disparities
Healthcare Oct 09, 2023

Fundamental health services for women: Analysing gender disparities

The disturbing trends seen in women’s mental health call for immediate gender mainstreaming action in mental health policies ...

Development partnerships for food security: India in the Indo-Pacific
Healthcare | Climate, Food and Environment | Sustainable Development | Climate Change | Agriculture Oct 04, 2023

Development partnerships for food security: India in the Indo-Pacific

By collaborating with neighbouring countries, India can serve as a catalyst for positive change and promote food security and sustainable development in the Indo-Pacific ...

Data-driven policy recommendations to strengthen nutrition interventions in India
Healthcare Sep 28, 2023

Data-driven policy recommendations to strengthen nutrition interventions in India

Data-driven, context-specific, integrated, and holistic policy interventions at the state level are needed to address acute and chronic malnutrition in India ...

Poshan Maah 2023: Suposhit Bharat, Sakshar Bharat, Sashakt Bharat
Healthcare Sep 22, 2023

Poshan Maah 2023: Suposhit Bharat, Sakshar Bharat, Sashakt Bharat

While progress has been made under Poshan Maah, India's size, diversity, and numerous challenges make it a persistent issue that demands constant attention ...

Nipah: A deadly and mysterious disease
Healthcare Sep 20, 2023

Nipah: A deadly and mysterious disease

While the Nipah virus is less contagious than COVID, it is deadly and thus further studies need to be undertaken ...

Stakeholders in development assistance in mental health: An analysis of recent funding patterns
Healthcare Sep 01, 2023

Stakeholders in development assistance in mental health: An analysis of recent funding patterns

The central challenge in DAMH is the misalignment between the goals of recipients and the priorities of donors ...

Nurturing sustainable food systems amidst climate change and global food demand
Healthcare | Climate, Food and Environment | Sustainable Development | Climate Change Aug 31, 2023

Nurturing sustainable food systems amidst climate change and global food demand

There is an urgent need for sustainable and resilient food systems to guarantee sustainable diets that are nutritious and aligned with the evolving ecosystem and climate change ...

Building climate-resilient health systems in India
Healthcare | Climate Change Aug 21, 2023

Building climate-resilient health systems in India

Climate change is the single biggest health threat facing humanity, and developing nations of the Global South are expected to be the most vulnerable to climate-induced health risks

Can a Pandemic Treaty located in an unreformed World Health Organisation be successful?
Healthcare Aug 21, 2023

Can a Pandemic Treaty located in an unreformed World Health Organisation be successful?

Bringing structural reforms to WHO is a crucial step to ensure the success of the proposed Pandemic Treaty and the amendments to the International Health Regulations.

Investing in human capital and sustainable growth: A symbiotic paradigm
Healthcare | Development | Sustainable Development | Skilling | Education Aug 16, 2023

Investing in human capital and sustainable growth: A symbiotic paradigm

By addressing challenges related to education, healthcare, and gender inequality, India can harness its human potential to drive economic progress and social advancement

India@76 in the global health landscape: Leadership, potential, and prudence
Healthcare Aug 14, 2023

India@76 in the global health landscape: Leadership, potential, and prudence

India’s focus on inclusive health solutions, emphasis on collaboration, and dedication to research and innovation position it as a beacon of hope in global health

Population health in India: Challenges and strategies for improving public well-being
Healthcare Jul 31, 2023

Population health in India: Challenges and strategies for improving public well-being

A comprehensive approach needs to be undertaken by raising awareness of rights and encouraging community involvement and self-reliance to improve the population health in India

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