Synopsis- There is need for more genome sequencing from samples from all over the world in order to come up with effective approaches to control and prevent COVID-19 infections. Background- A new variant of the pandemic SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus is spreading rapidly in Britain and prompting high levels of concern. Six samples of the recent U.K. returnees have been found… Continue reading More genome sequencing to study the spread of the variants
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Mutated virus does not cause more fatalities: report
Source: The Hindu News: According to a study by Public Health England, the new mutated variant of the novel coronavirus does not appear to cause more severe illness than other variants. Facts: About the Study: Under the study, researchers compared 1,769 people infected with the new variant with the same number of people who had different… Continue reading Mutated virus does not cause more fatalities: report
Union Health Minister nominated to the Board of GAVI, The Vaccine Alliance
Source: PIB News: Union Health Minister of India has been nominated by the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation(GAVI) as a member of the GAVI Board. Facts: Union Health Minister will be representing the South East Area Regional Office(SEARO)/ Western Pacific Regional Office (WPRO) constituency on the GAVI Board from 1st January,2021 until 31st,December 2023. What… Continue reading Union Health Minister nominated to the Board of GAVI, The Vaccine Alliance
Dry Run and Challenges of Vaccines distribution in India
Synopsis: Indian is one of the world’s leading vaccine manufacturer, thus will have better access to vaccines, but the distribution of manufactured vaccine will prove to be a formidable task. Dry run to test preparedness for the nationwide roll-out of a COVID-19 vaccine kicked off in four States — Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Punjab.… Continue reading Dry Run and Challenges of Vaccines distribution in India
Essentiality of Dry run for COVID vaccines
Synopsis: Dry runs aimed at testing the planned operations are essential for Covid 19 vaccination process. Background In the coming weeks, the Phase-3 data of two COVID-19 vaccines tested by Indian manufacturers are expected to be submitted for emergency use approval. A countrywide rollout to immunize the four high-risk groups will begin soon in India if any of the vaccines gets… Continue reading Essentiality of Dry run for COVID vaccines
Examining the Strategies involved in Distributing Vaccines
Synopsis: The government must examine the principle underlying the triage scheme for optimised use of resources. Background: Over the next 6-7 months, India plans to vaccinate 300 million people against COVID-19 by prioritizing healthcare workers, other front-line workers and everyone who is above 50 years of age. To vaccinate 300 million people, India requires 600 million doses as… Continue reading Examining the Strategies involved in Distributing Vaccines
UNICEF launches the COVID-19 vaccine market dashboard
Source: UNICEF News: As the designated COVAX procurement coordinator and procurement agent, UNICEF has launched the COVID-19 Vaccine Market Dashboard. Facts: Purpose: The dashboard is an interactive tool for countries, partners and industry to follow the developments of the rapidly evolving COVID-19 vaccine market and the efforts of the COVAX Facility to ensure fair and equitable access… Continue reading UNICEF launches the COVID-19 vaccine market dashboard
The positive side of National Family Health Survey report
Synopsis: There has been a divergence in the actual NFHS data and the interpretations by the critics. What are the features of National Family Health Survey report NHFS report 2019-20? The initial results of NFHS have been released for 2019-20 along with comparable data for the 2015-16 survey. Population coverage of approximately 700 million and 21 states have been covered under… Continue reading The positive side of National Family Health Survey report
What is National Family Health Survey (NFHS)?
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS) is a large-scale, multi-round survey conducted based on the representative samples collected from households throughout India. The NFHS survey provides state and national information for India on various health parameters such as fertility, infant and child mortality, the practice of family planning, maternal and child health, reproductive health, nutrition,… Continue reading What is National Family Health Survey (NFHS)?
PM to launch Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY SEHAT for J&K
Source: PIB News: Prime Minister will launch Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY SEHAT to extend coverage to all the residents of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Facts: PM-JAY SEHAT: It aims to ensure Universal Health Coverage by providing free of cost insurance cover to all the residents of the UT of J&K. The scheme will cover the… Continue reading PM to launch Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY SEHAT for J&K
