One in two pregnant women in India is anemic. This condition of low blood hemoglobin, the protein in blood that delivers oxygen to tissues, is one of the most pervasive and persistent public health issues in India. Anemia during pregnancy is particularly worrisome, as it affects both the mother and ... read more
India over the past few weeks has been seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases, leading states to re-impose mask mandates. The rising cases also led to Prime Minister Narendra Modi holding a review meeting with chief ministers on Wednesday during which he had said that ‘the country needed to be ... read more
Non-communicable diseases, including cancer, account for nearly 50 percent of the total deaths among children aged between 5 years and 14 years and this situation can be improved by ensuring there is an enhanced awareness about the problem and ensuring access to quality healthcare for all, say ... read more