India TB Report 2024
India’s National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) has made strides in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) in 2023. The program has successfully implemented a range of strategies to detect and treat TB cases, reduce mortality, and prevent the spread of the disease. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued the Inida TB Report 2024 reflecting on the past year.
India Unveils National Strategy to Combat Unintentional Injuries
The Indian government has released a National Strategy for the Prevention of Unintentional Injuries. This framework aims to address the pressing issue of unintentional injuries, which pose a significant public health burden in the country.
Government Introduces New Medical Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The order states that Sanitary napkins, Baby diapers, Reusable sanitary pads/ Sanitary Napkin or Period Panties, Shoe covers, Dental bibs/napkins, Bed sheets and pillow covers must conform to the relevant Indian Standards and bear the Standard Mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The regulations exempt medical sanitary napkins, baby diapers and reusable sanitary pads/ sanitary napkin or period panties manufactured by self-help groups from the mandatory Standard Mark requirement. Additionally, they also exempt any goods or article meant for export from this requirement.
Mizoram Government Issues Guidelines for Disaster Relief Amid ASF Outbreak
The Government of Mizoram announced a comprehensive set of guidelines to address the outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF), officially declaring it a State Specific Disaster
Unveiling the SMILE Scheme: Empowering the Transgender Community in India
the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJ&E) launched the SMILE scheme—Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise—a comprehensive initiative aimed at uplifting the transgender community in India
Supporting Senior Citizens: Goa’s New Financial Assistance Scheme for Care Homes
This new scheme provides financial assistance to registered organizations, government bodies, and institutions that operate homes for elderly individuals, particularly those dealing with conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, as well as those in palliative care.
Glanders Disease Control: Important Notification for Tehsil Churu Residents
The recent notification outlines several crucial measures to combat the spread of Glanders disease
NHA Urges Medical Councils and Associations to Register Healthcare Professionals and Facilities on Digital Platforms
The National Health Authority (NHA) is calling on all State Medical Councils and Associations to encourage their registered healthcare providers and facilities to register on the Health Professionals Registry (HPR) and Health Facility Registry (HFR) platforms. HPR and HFR Registration Portal can be done on the portal.
Government Proposes New Anti-Tobacco Measures for Online Content
All films and online content, regardless of origin, will be required to display anti-tobacco health spots and warnings. Health spots will be shown at the beginning and middle of films, while a static message will appear at the bottom of the screen during scenes depicting tobacco use. A non-skippable audio-visual disclaimer on the ill-effects of tobacco will be shown at the beginning of films and upon opening online platforms.
New Advisory On Monkey Pox
The Department of Public Relations issued an advisory on Monkey Pox. Monkeypox, a viral zoonotic disease, might sound alarming, but understanding it can help mitigate concerns.