New report documents increase in HIV drug resistance to dolutegravir
The World Health Organization’s (WHO) latest HIV Drug Resistance (HIVDR) Report tells us where drug resistance is growing and offers recommendations for countries to monitor and respond to the potential challenges. The report shares some good news and some concerning news. It highlights high levels of HIV viral load suppression (>90%) in populations receiving dolutegravir […]
Psittacosis – European region
In February 2024, Austria, Denmark, Germany, Sweden and The Netherlands reported through the Early Warning and Response System (EWRS) of the European Union, an increase in psittacosis cases observed in 2023 and at the beginning of 2024, particularly marked since November-December 2023. Five deaths were also reported. Exposure to wild and/or domestic birds was reported […]
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya addresses Governing Council Meeting of the Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare chaired the Governing Council Meeting of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), here today. Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare was also present. The meeting was convened to engage in discussions on ICMR’s recent contributions, explore the […]
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya Inaugurates 27 Greenfield Bulk Drug Park projects and 13 Greenfield Manufacturing Plants for Medical Devices under the PLI Scheme
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Chemicals & Fertilizers and Health & Family Welfare virtually inaugurated 27 greenfield bulk drug park projects and 13 greenfield manufacturing plants for medical devices, here today. Addressing the gathering, Dr Mandaviya said, “Medicines are an essential requirement for any society. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the dangers of supply chain […]
New England Journal of Medicine publishes Phase III data showing Xolair significantly reduced allergic reactions across multiple foods in people with food allergies
Detailed results from the NIH-sponsored Phase III OUtMATCH study showed treatment with Xolair increased the amount of peanuts, tree nuts, egg, milk and wheat that people as young as 1 year consumed without an allergic reaction The U.S. FDA recently approved Xolair as the first and only medicine for children and adults with one or […]
Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya delivers keynote address at 5th Foundation Day of National Cancer Institute, AIIMS Jhajjar
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare virtually addressed the 5th Foundation Day celebration of National Cancer Institute (NCI) of AIIMS Jhajjar, here today. Ms. Christina Scott, British Deputy High Commissioner to India was also present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Dr Mandaviya said, “The way NCI has progressed over the […]
Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prof. S P Singh Baghel Launches Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis elimination
Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prof. S.P. Singh Baghel launched the first phase of the Bi-annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis elimination. The campaign aims to check disease transmission by providing free preventive medications to the residents in areas affected by the disease. The campaign will cover […]
Union Ministers of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prof. S P Singh Baghel and Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar Launch Mobile Health Service 'Kilkari' and Mobile Academy in Maharashtra and Gujarat to Strengthen Public Health Infrastructure
Prof. S P Singh Baghel and Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar, Union Ministers of State for Health and Family Welfare virtually launched the Kilkari programme, a Mobile Health (m-health) initiative for beneficiaries in local content in Gujarat and Maharashtra today. Mobile Academy, a free audio training course designed to expand and refresh the knowledge of Accredited […]
Attainment of Universal Access to Healthcare
With the objective of attainment of universal access to equitable, affordable and quality health care services, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare is implementing various schemes like the National Health Mission, PM-ABHIM and PMSSY. The Union Government provides technical and financial support to the States/UTs for improvement in health infrastructure, availability of adequate human […]
Attainment of Universal Access to Healthcare
With the objective of attainment of universal access to equitable, affordable and quality health care services, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare is implementing various schemes like the National Health Mission, PM-ABHIM and PMSSY. The Union Government provides technical and financial support to the States/UTs for improvement in health infrastructure, availability of adequate human […]
