Health

A Remarkable Turnaround in Child VaccinationIndia has achieved a major milestone in its public health journey: the proportion of zero-dose children, those who receive no doses of the vital DTP vaccine, fell dramatically from 0.11% in 2023 to a historic 0.06% in 2024. This success, celebrated by the UN Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation,…

Introduction The National Institute of Virology (NIV), under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), has reported that the latest sub lineage of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 does not cause severe COVID-19 infections. This finding offers reassurance amid global concerns over emerging variants. Understanding the New Omicron Sub lineage The new sub lineage of…

COVID-19 Cases on the Rise: Government Acts Swiftly Amid a noticeable uptick in COVID-19 cases across several states, the central government has urged state and Union Territory administrations to ramp up preparations, particularly focusing on medical oxygen infrastructure. This proactive step is aimed at avoiding a repeat of the 2021 crisis, when hospitals in many…

A Surge in Active COVID-19 Cases India is witnessing a concerning rise in active COVID-19 cases, with the national tally nearing 3,000 as of June 1, 2025. The surge marks a significant increase from just 257 cases recorded on May 22, underscoring a rapid escalation in infections over the past ten days. The Ministry of…

India is witnessing a resurgence in Covid-19 cases, particularly in metropolitan areas such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Gurgaon. Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and hospitals are on high alert to manage the increasing number of infections. Delhi Reports Over 100 Active Cases Delhi has reported a significant uptick in Covid-19 cases, with…

Championing Universal Health Coverage At the 78th World Health Assembly held in Geneva, India reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to global health equity under the theme “One World for Health.” Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, leading the Indian delegation, highlighted the nation’s transformative strides in healthcare, notably through the Ayushman Bharat initiative. This flagship program…

In a comprehensive health assessment conducted by White House physician Captain Sean Barbabella, President Donald Trump has been declared in “excellent cognitive and physical health” and “fully fit for duty” as he embarks on his second term in office. This marks his first medical examination since returning to the White House in January 2025. 1.…

Three measles cases confirmed in New South Wales, including an unvaccinated traveler from Vietnam.Several public locations in Lake Macquarie and Newcastle were visited by infected individuals.Experts warn Australia could face a larger outbreak due to lower-than-recommended vaccination rates. How Dangerous is Measles and Who is at Risk? Health officials are urging residents in New South…