Source-This post on the Decline in TB cases in India is based on the article “India achieves 16% decline in new TB cases, 18% reduction in mortality since 2015: report” published in “The Hindu” on 28th March 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Union Health Ministry released the India TB report 2024. Findings of the report 1)… Continue reading India TB report 2024
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Urgent need to control use of e-cigarettes: WHO
Source: The post is based on the article “Urgent need to control use of e-cigarettes: WHO” published in “The Hindu” on 15th December 2023 Why in the News? The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report on e-cigarettes titled Electronic Cigarettes: Call to Action. What are Electronic Cigarettes? 1) E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices that… Continue reading Urgent need to control use of e-cigarettes: WHO
Non-communicable diseases top killers in South-East Asia: WHO
Non-communicable diseases top killers in South-East Asia: WHO News According to World Health Organization (WHO), non-communicable diseases (NCDs) continue to be one of major reasons for death worldwide. Important facts Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease, are collectively responsible for over 70% of all deaths worldwide. 15 million people die prematurely, aged… Continue reading Non-communicable diseases top killers in South-East Asia: WHO
