UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE
How drugs were used to spread HIV among 800+ students in Tripura
Tripura is grappling with a severe HIV outbreak among its student population, exacerbated by injectable drug use. According to Tripura State AIDS Control Society (TSACS) officials, 828 students have tested positive for HIV, with 47 fatalities reported. The crisis spans 220 schools and 24 colleges, highlighting the rapid transmission of HIV among students. Efforts include data collection from health facilities statewide and the provision of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) to 8,729 individuals. Addressing drug use through awareness and medical interventions remains critical to containing the epidemic.
Budget 2024: Is a Rs 10 lakh insurance the vitamin India's healthcare system needs?
The Centre is considering doubling the beneficiary base of the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme over the next three years, starting with those aged above 70, alongside raising annual coverage to Rs 10 lakh. These proposals are anticipated in the upcoming Union Budget. The interim Budget increased Ayushman Bharat's allocation to Rs 7,200 crore for secondary and tertiary care, with Rs 646 crore for health infrastructure.
Union Budget 2024: Govt mulls doubling number of AB-PMJAY beneficiaries, insurance amount
Budget 2024: The government plans to double Ayushman Bharat's beneficiary base over three years, starting with those aged 70 and above. Insurance coverage may increase to Rs 10 lakh per year, potentially costing an additional Rs 12,076 crore annually. These proposals might be announced in the upcoming Union Budget, enhancing healthcare accessibility and financial protection.
Inclusive healthcare: H.E. Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi on Abu Dhabi’s vision beyond borders
In conversation with H.E. Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, who outlines the vision of the Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW) positioned to serve as an annual platform for inclusive knowledge-sharing and crafting collaborative strategies aimed at delivering positive patient outcomes.
ADB approves $170 million loan to strengthen health system in India
ADB approved a USD 170 million policy-based loan to enhance India's health system preparedness for pandemics, supporting the National Health Policy 2017.
Tattoos can increase risk of lymphoma - new study
Tattoos are now a mainstream means to express identity or celebrate milestones in life. Yet we know very little about the long-term health effects. Hazardous chemicals in tattoo ink have received attention in Europe during the last ten years. In parallel, research has shown that the ink that is injected into the skin does not stay there.
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Why immigration is a major issue in Britain's election
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledges to cut immigration if Conservative Party wins election, aiming to distinguish from Labour. Immigration has long been a key issue in UK politics, impacting public services and society. Recent efforts to reduce immigration have resulted in decreased numbers but sparked debate over benefits and costs.
Google rolls back AI search feature after flubs and flaws
The disappearance of AI Overviews for some of the searches appeared to be part of a broader rollback after the new technology produced a litany of untruths and errors -- including recommending glue as part of a pizza recipe and suggesting that people ingest rocks for nutrients. Users loudly complained on social media about the mistakes, in many cases outright making fun of Google.
Google is using AI to answer your health questions. Should you trust it?
Google AI Overviews, utilizing generative AI, presents search answers with a mix of reputable and commercial sources. Experts raise concerns about accuracy and clarity in medical responses, emphasizing the need for critical evaluation and reliance on trusted sources.
Union health secy highlights India's health achievements, future goals at WHO assembly
India, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), plans to strengthen its drug regulatory system to ensure quick access to high-quality medical products for all. Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra highlighted the country's core capacity score of 86% to detect, assess, report, and respond to health emergencies, surpassing the Southeast Asia Region and Global average.
Meet Shruthi Kumar? The Indian-American whose speech at Harvard on Palestine went viral
Indian-American Shruthi Kumar's viral speech at Harvard criticized the university over the Gaza issue, highlighting intolerance for freedom of speech and civil disobedience on campus.
India-born Jaya Badiga appointed judge in Sacramento County Superior Court
Badiga, a member of the Democrat Party, also served as an Attorney at the California Department of Health Care Services in 2020 and at the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services in 2018.
Epidural during labour associated with 35% reduced risk from complications: BMJ Study
Research in the British Medical Journal found that epidural during labour reduces the risk of severe maternal morbidity (SMM) by 35%. SMM includes heart attack, sepsis, and hysterectomy. Epidural analgesia is recommended for high-risk pregnancies due to obesity, multiple births, or premature delivery.
US pediatrics group reverses decades-old advice against HIV-positive mothers breastfeeding
People with HIV can now breastfeed their babies if they are on effective medications, according to a new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics. The report recognises that antiretroviral therapy can reduce the risk of HIV transmission through breast milk to less than 1%. Health experts emphasize the importance of shared decision-making and exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months to prevent HIV transmission.
Wegovy should be treating more than just obesity
A new analysis highlights the significant cardiovascular benefits of Novo Nordisk's obesity drug Wegovy, showing improvements regardless of weight loss amount. This challenges perceptions of GLP-1 drugs, suggesting they could be viewed more as heart or metabolic medications. Improved access and understanding are crucial, as these drugs could impact various chronic conditions like kidney disease. Acknowledging these connections could lead to more effective treatment approaches and better outcomes.
New study challenges benefits of healthcare privatisation
A study published in The Lancet Public Health journal highlights the negative effects of healthcare privatisation, particularly in high-income countries like the US, Germany, Canada, and South Korea. The research, led by the University of Oxford, suggests that privatisation seldom improves the quality of care but is associated with higher profits. It challenges the notion that market competition and flexibility in privately-owned healthcare systems lead to better outcomes.
Diminishing healthcare quality, worsening patient health outcome: Lancet study decries healthcare privatisation
Study in The Lancet magazine reveals that healthcare privatization globally lowers quality of care and worsens patient outcomes. Based on extensive research across high-income nations, it highlights the negative impact of converting public hospitals to private entities and outsourcing services. Concerns raised amid Supreme Court scrutiny over healthcare cost discrepancies
Dr Soumya Swaminathan to be awarded honourary doctorate by Canada's McGill University
More than two centuries old, McGill, a public research university in Montreal, grants honorary degrees to individuals "who have lifetime records of outstanding scholarly, scientific, or artistic achievement, or of exceptional contributions to the public good through professional or philanthropic activity," an announcement by the University said.
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry women will lose access to health care
The new ban has an exception for saving a woman's life, as well as in cases involving rape and incest, but Roberts said health care workers are still prevented from performing an abortion on a nonviable pregnancy that they know may become deadly - such as when the fetus is missing organs or implanted outside the uterus - until it actually becomes deadly.
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry women will lose access to health care
Florida enacts a controversial six-week abortion ban, alarming doctors and activists who fear it restricts crucial healthcare access. Concerns arise over exceptions and potential dangers posed to women's health, with fears that skilled practitioners may leave the state. Meanwhile, a proposed constitutional amendment seeks to protect abortion rights, igniting political debates.
Healthcare needs tailored financing, knowledge and partnerships: World Bank President Ajay Banga
Healthcare needs tailored financing, knowledge and partnerships, says World Bank President Ajay Banga. He said, during and after COVID, financing for healthcare has increased but to make healthcare affordable and bring it to the reach of all, it needs knowledge and partnerships along with financing.
Study suggests evening physical activity key for health benefits in obesity, diabetes
The latest research suggests that engaging in most of one's daily physical activity during the evening hours could lead to significant health benefits, particularly for individuals dealing with obesity and diabetes. This finding, published in Diabetes Care, is based on a study involving nearly 30,000 participants aged 40 and above, spanning almost eight years. The study emphasizes that timing plays a crucial role, with vigorous activity during the late evening linked to reduced risk of premature death and cardiac issues.
Health equity is of vital economic importance, especially for India becoming viksit desh by 2047
Ensuring health equity in a country as vast and diverse as India is challenging. Despite developments in healthcare infra and services such as Ayushman Bharat, there are challenges to equitable healthcare access due to the diverse geographical spread and large population. Addressing the gap in access to quality healthcare between urban and rural populations, various socioeconomic groups and even between people of different genders is a moral imperative and a strategic necessity for India's growth.
Mutual funds: 23% returns in five-year period; should you invest in the surging healthcare funds?
Managing over Rs.23,000 crore in assets, there are 22 healthcare sector funds today. Eight of these are passively managed, which means that they track indices such as the Nifty Healthcare, BSE Healthcare, Nifty Pharma, and others. The recent performance surge has lifted the category scorecard of healthcare funds, with an average return of 59% over a one-year period, a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18% over a three-year period, and 23% CAGR over a five-year period. Consider various sectoral nuances before putting your money in these.
How good is your health insurer? Latest incurred claim ratio of general, health insurance companies in India
If you are planning to buy a new insurance policy or port your existing health insurance policy to a new insurer, do remember to check the latest claim settlement ratio of all insurers before finalising one. Irdai has released the claims payment details of general and health insurance companies for the financial year 2022-23.
How fatphobia is bringing healthcare industry to a standstill
People with larger bodies often experience weight stigma as discrimination, prejudice, negative stereotypes and judgments from others - including their own doctors and other health care providers.
From Rs 1,200 monthly salary to Rs 9,800 cr company - revisiting Mamaearth co-founder Ghazal Alagh’s incredible entrepreneurial journey
As Honasa Company, the parent company of the wellness brand Mamaearth opens its shares to the public, a look at the awe-inducing entrepreneurial journey of its co-founder Ghazal Alagh.
Urvashi, Urvashi, take it easy policy
Realising that 'hanging out' amounts to loss of work time doesn't require a PhD. But here's the surprise: it turns out that employees act the same lax way when working with their robot colleagues. The researchers tested their hypothesis by asking a cohort of workers to check the quality of a series of tasks, half of whom were told the tasks had been performed by AI.
Male infertility is increasing daily; infertile men tend to have shorter life spans, says new study
Men are currently designated 'infertile' based on family history, physical examination, hormone profiles and semen analyses.
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