Notes and Study material for Exams
P and SM (Preventive and Social Medicine) The name preventive and social medicine emphasizes the role of: Disease prevention in general through immunization, adequate Nutrition, etc. in addition to the routine hygiene measures, and Social factors in Health and disease. The name preventive and social medicine has gained wide acceptance in the past twenty-five years … Read more
The state of Madhya Pradesh is one of the Empowered Action Group states of the National Health Mission. These states have struggled to contain Population Growth at manageable levels and have poorer Quality Of Life indicators than other states. The central government has released significant funds to address issues such as human Resources, social challenges, … Read more
Human Health and diseases According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), health is defined as: Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well being and not merely absence of disease or infirmity. Good health of an individual is important in order to ensure happiness and our ability to work. There are many … Read more
Health Education in India Medical education in global context has evolved over a period of time and so in India. With changing community needs, educational advancements and technological revolutions, we need to update the method of imparting knowledge and skills to the students. Major components of hidden curriculum like Communication skills, Attitude, Empathy, altruism, professionalism, … Read more
Health, Health The hospitals associated with Government Medical Colleges are playing a vital role in patient care for both indoor and outdoor patients and cater to the medical/health care needs of a large segment of the Population. AYURVED AND OTHER SYSTEMS OF MEDICINE Department of Ayurved has been functioning in the State, since 1950. … Read more
The Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK), launched in 2014, is a comprehensive national program aimed at improving the health and well-being of adolescents in India (10-19 years age group). Recognizing that adolescence is a period of significant physical, mental, and social changes, RKSK adopts a holistic approach to address their unique needs. Objectives of RKSK … Read more
Stree Swabhiman is an initiative that addresses the issue of menstrual health and hygiene (MHM) in India. It seeks to empower women and adolescent girls by providing affordable access to sanitary napkins and promoting awareness about safe and hygienic menstrual practices. Recognizing menstruation as a natural biological process, the initiative aims to break taboos and … Read more
The Scheme for Adolescent Girls (SAG) is a centrally-sponsored scheme launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, focused on the holistic empowerment of adolescent girls in India (aged 11-18 years). The scheme recognizes that investing in the health, nutrition, education, and overall well-being of adolescent girls is crucial for breaking intergenerational cycles of … Read more