Delhi plans to make leprosy a notifiable disease to improve surveillance, uncover hidden cases, and stop transmission. Despite being declared eliminated, rising cases and child infections show the disease still persists and needs urgent attention. Even though some diseases are not the deadliest, governments keep a careful eye on them by mandating that all cases…
India’s mental health crisis is worsening due to stigma, underreporting, and weak healthcare systems, leaving most people without treatment. Without stronger investment and awareness, it risks harming lives, productivity, and the country’s future growth. Mental health is no longer a silent crisis; it is a raging epidemic whose signs are often ignored until it is…
Sudan’s crisis is not “forgotten” but deliberately abandoned, with millions in need while global funding and action fall drastically short. Despite clear evidence of war, famine, and displacement, the gap in aid reflects a political choice rather than a lack of awareness. The Word She Chose On April 13, 2026, Denise Brown, the UN Humanitarian…
Disability in rural India is widespread but underserved, with limited access to physiotherapy and rehabilitation due to infrastructure gaps, stigma, and low awareness. These challenges are further intensified by poverty, distance, and gender inequality, restricting care and social inclusion. Disability in India is both a public health challenge and a social issue shaped by geography,…
Workplace mental health is a growing global and Indian crisis, with stress, burnout, and stigma significantly impacting employee wellbeing and productivity. Without systemic changes in workplace culture, these challenges will continue to drive major economic and human costs. Globally, around 12 billion working days are lost every year to depression and anxiety. That figure, cited…
Mountains Beyond Mountains tells the inspiring story of Dr. Paul Farmer, who dedicates his life to providing healthcare to poor communities and fighting diseases like tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS. The book highlights how poverty and living conditions deeply affect health, and argues that quality healthcare is a basic right for everyone. “Mountains Beyond Mountains” by Tracy…
AI is transforming medical diagnosis by helping analyze imaging data faster and more accurately. Companies like Qure.ai use deep learning to support clinicians in early disease detection and efficient decision-making. Introduction: Medical Diagnosis Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence is also starting to play a significant role in contemporary healthcare, especially in medical imaging. New technologies have…
India’s NCD programmes, especially NPCDCS, remain largely gender-neutral, failing to address women’s unique health risks and barriers. A gender-responsive, life-course approach is essential to improve early detection, access, and outcomes for women. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for nearly 74% of deaths globally, with India experiencing a rapidly rising burden of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), diabetes,…
Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty transformed heart surgery into an affordable reality, challenging the idea that life-saving care is only for the rich. Through innovation and compassion, he built systems that made quality healthcare accessible to millions. Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty not only built hospitals. He rewrote the belief, saving a life was a privilege only…
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan is a global health leader who has strengthened public health systems by linking scientific research with evidence-based policy. Her work in infectious diseases and global initiatives like COVID-19 response highlights her commitment to health equity. Policies in the field of public health are extremely important in enhancing the health of the population…
