malaria

National Health Policy : national programmes for prevention and control of Malaria, Leprosy,T.B., Cancer, Aids, Blindness etc

The primary aim of the National Health Policy, 2017, is to inform, clarify, strengthen and prioritize the role of the Government in shaping health systems in all its dimensions- investments in health, organization of healthcare Services, prevention of diseases and promotion of good health through cross sectoral actions, access to technologies, developing human Resources, encouraging … Read more

Health and family welfare and the development of health infrastructure

Government of India is committed to the goal of ‘Health for All’  The obligation of the Government to ensure the highest possible health status of India’s Population and access to quality health care has been recognized by a number of key policy documents.Health care system supplement in improving the health of individuals, particularly those belonging … Read more

Issues relating to poverty and hunger

Issues relating to POVERTY and hunger Poverty Poverty is a state or condition in which a person or community lacks the financial Resources and essentials for a minimum standard of living. Its manifestations include hunger and Malnutrition, limited access to Education and other basic Services, social discrimination and exclusion, as well as the lack of … Read more

Health sector in Bihar

The major Health and demographic indicators of the State like infant mortality rate (IMR), maternal mortality ratio (MMR), total fertility rate (TFR), etc. are much higher than the all-India level and reflect a poor health status in the State. The Human Development index (HDI), a composite of Literacy, life expectancy and per capita income, has … Read more

Sanitation and Health care in Karnataka

sanitation and Health care in Karnataka Health care Good health Services are those which deliver effective, safe, quality, individual and Population based health interventions to those who need them, as and when required, with optimal use of Resources, at a cost that the individual and community can afford. Similar to the rest of the nation, … Read more

World Health Organization :Objectives, Structure, Functions and its Programmes.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is the specialized organization for  international health within the United Nations’ system. WHO experts produce health guidelines and standards, and help countries to address public health issues. World Health Organization also  supports and promotes health research.WHO came into formal existence in 1948 as the UN specialist agency for health, incorporating … Read more

Umbrella Scheme for “Family Welfare and Other Health Interventions”

India’s commitment to accessible healthcare includes an overarching umbrella scheme dedicated to improving family welfare and addressing public health concerns. This scheme encompasses several programs designed to enhance maternal and child health, provide family planning services, and tackle critical health issues. Objectives of the Umbrella Scheme Population Stabilization: Promote population stabilization through voluntary and informed adoption … Read more