First blood-based Alzheimer’s test approved by FDA Content Editor: Dr. Anamika June 5, 2025 at 3:26:37 AM Alzheimer’s disease, FDA, Early Detection The FDA has authorized the use of the Lumipulse G pTau217/ß-Amyloid 1-42 Plasma Ratio , marking the first blood-based test to assist in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. By measuring levels of two proteins (pTau217 and β-amyloid 1-42), it helps identify amyloid plaque buildup , a key sign of Alzheimer’s. Designed for individuals aged 55 and above with signs of cognitive decline, it offers a convenient alternative to PET scans and spinal taps. Clinical trials demonstrated 91.7% sensitivity and 97.3% specificity. Cleared under the 510(k) pathway and granted Breakthrough Device status , the test should be used alongside other clinical assessments, not as a standalone diagnostic method. Previous Next

Amendments in the international health regulations. Content Editor: Dr. Aneesh March 8, 2024 at 2:00:00 PM International Health Regulations, Global health, Pandemic The W orking G roup on A mendments to the IHR (WGIHR ) convened for the eighth time from February 5–9, 2024. On March 8, there will be a discussion to conclude this seventh round. This Working Group will establish the framework for the next ten years of collective security and worldwide surveillance in the event of health emergencies, especially high-impact epidemics. Governments concentrated on fine-tuning changes to articles and annexes that were in a more advanced negotiation stage during the most recent talks. Additionally, they had in-depth discussions about the pandemic continuum, public health alerts, and public health emergencies of international significance (PHEIC). At the WGIHR's eighth meeting in April 2024 , proposed changes to foundational articles of the Regulations and provisions about governance will be discussed to finalize the package of adjustments that will be presented to the Seventy-seventh World Health Assembly for consideration in May 2024 . Click here to read more. Previous Next

Public Health Daily News Snippets WHO Bulletin Releases Special Edition on Traditional Medicine Ahead of Global Summit The WHO Bulletin published its first special issue on traditional medicine since 1977, featuring research and policy analyses. This release precedes the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine scheduled for December 2025 in New Delhi. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health, Traditional Medicine Integration Read More Global Summit in Geneva Intensified Efforts to Curb Toxic Mercury Pollution A major international conference was held in Geneva from 3rd to 7th November 2025 to strengthen the global fight against mercury pollution . Delegates collaborated to accelerate the phase-out of this toxic metal from products and industrial processes, aiming to protect human health and the environment. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : United Nations Environmental Health, International Policy Read More Fitness & Nation-Building: Insights from the National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 The first-ever National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 in Mumbai brought together policymakers, athletes, and industry leaders to reaffirm one message: India’s progress towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047 depends on how seriously we take fitness today. With icons from sports and cinema joining the conversation, the conclave highlighted fitness as both a cultural shift and a public health necessity. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fit India Movement, Physical Activity, Non-Communicable Diseases, Viksit Bharat Read More Global Evidence Review of the Inequality- Pandemic Cycle: UNAIDS report The UNAIDS established the “Global Council on Inequality, AIDS and Pandemic ” in 2023. Its report “Breaking the inequality-pandemic cycle ” released in November 2025 is based on evidence from more than 1500 peer-reviewed literature and reports from government agencies and research institutions across multiple pandemics and its own empirical studies over the past 2 years. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), 2025 Pandemic preparedness, Social inequality, Global Health Read More Decomposition Analysis of Factors Driving Global Maternal Mortality Reduction A new Lancet Global Health paper highlights evidence that combining family planning with quality maternity services has driven a 41% global decline in maternal deaths since 2000. The study shows how contraception alone prevented more than 77,000 maternal deaths in 2023. Published on : Friday, November 28, 2025 Source : The Lancet Global Health Maternal Health, Reproductive & Sexual Health, Gender Equality, Family Planning, Declining Global Maternal Mortality Read More Delhi’s Air Quality Sees Noticeable Improvement: CAQM 2025 Report The 2025 update from the C ommission for A ir Q uality M anagement (CAQM ) highlights significant enhancements in Delhi's air quality and a marked reduction in stubble-burning incidents in nearby states. The report offers data-backed evidence of collaborative efforts to reduce pollution through the use of cleaner fuels, improved waste management, and more stringent regulatory measures. Published on : Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Air Pollution, Environmental Health, Public Health Policy Read More Genomic Collaboration for a Safer Future: India and Italy Unite for Pandemic Preparedness The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) round table in New Delhi emphasized the power of genomic research and collaboration in strengthening pandemic preparedness. Experts called for sustained global surveillance and rapid translation of genomic data to safeguard public health. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : Press Information Bureau, New Delhi Genomic Surveillance, Pandemic Readiness Read More WHO Unveils Global Agenda to Strengthen Paediatric Clinical Trials The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global research agenda to close gaps in evidence on child health. It prioritizes equitable, high-impact paediatric trials to ensure that treatments for children are safe, effective, and grounded in sound science. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Health Research, Pediatric Health, Clinical Trials Read More WHO refutes Tylenol-Autism Link: Urges Evidence-Based Care A statement by the current US President, which linked Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism, prompted an immediate response from the World Health Organization. The WHO clarified that no scientific evidence supports this claim and urged reliance on medical guidance. Published on : Friday, November 14, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Maternal and Child Health, Health Communication, Global Health Governance Read More 2025 Lancet Countdown Report on Climate Change and Health Impacts of climate inaction have led to a 23% increase in heat-related deaths since the 1990s. Food insecurity affected 124 million more people due to extreme weather in 2023, with losses reaching $1.35 trillion. Addressing climate change has prevented 160,000 premature deaths from coal pollution and supported 16 million jobs in renewable energy. With COP30 ahead, WHO, along with member states, plans to emphasize climate action and a swift transition away from fossil fuels. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Climate change, food insecurity, Sustainability Read More WHO Introduces New Global Framework to Enhance National Health Emergency Response The World Health Organization has unveiled a new global guide, the National Health Emergency Alert and Response Framework, to bolster countries' readiness for health crises. Developed from lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, it provides a standardized approach for managing emergencies. Published on : Friday, November 7, 2025 Source : World Health Organization Global Health Security, Emergency Preparedness Read More Training Modules to Strengthen Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Response in India The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced three specialized training modules to enhance India’s capacity for managing chemical emergencies. This initiative aims to build a skilled, coordinated response system across healthcare and disaster management sectors. 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India CENSUS 2021 : Delayed. When it is expected to start? India CENSUS 2021 : Delayed. When it is expected to start? February 2, 2023 The Hindu Population, Demography, Delayed CENSUS - 2021 In an indication that the Census exercise meant to be conducted in 2021, but delayed because of the COVID 19 pandemic, may get delayed further. The Union budget allocation under the Census Survey and Statistics head has been slashed to ₹1,565 crore this year, from the ₹3.676 crores in 2022-23. As per the latest PTI report (on January 07, 2023), census enumeration remains postponed till September 30, 2023. The date of freezing administrative boundaries for the enumeration has been extended till June 30 and census can be conducted only 3 months after the freezing of the boundary limits. It is the first census of India that is expected to be digitalized, where the data will be collected through a mobile app. Also, facility for self-enumeration will be available.

New prophylactic treatment for contacts of meningitis New prophylactic treatment for contacts of meningitis Content Editor: Dr. Aneesh March 8, 2024 Centre for Infectious Disease Research & Policy Communicable diseases, CDC, Prophylaxis From 2019 to 2021, 29 cases of invasive meningococcal disease—caused by strains of bacteria resistant to the antibiotic ciprofloxacin —were reported in the US; These cases were spread out throughout the country, while some geographic regions showed clusters of the disease. One of the first-line medications that is advised for both treating patients and protecting their close contacts, who are more likely to contract the illness, is ciprofloxacin. There have not yet been any documented cases of prophylactic failure linked to ciprofloxacin resistance. However, the CDC states that there is little need to alter the antibiotic prophylaxis advice due to the significant risk of mortality associated with invasive meningococcal illness and the possibility of prophylactic failure . The CDC recommends other antibiotics be considered under the new guidelines if two or more cases of invasive meningococcal disease caused by ciprofloxacin-resistant strains are reported in a local catchment area over a rolling 12-month period, and if ciprofloxacin-resistant strains account for 20% or more of the cases of invasive meningococcal disease in that area . For prophylaxis, rifampin, ceftriaxone, and azithromycin are also suggested. According to the CDC, local health agencies can adopt guidelines flexibly. Click here to read more.

Bengaluru among five global cities recognized at the Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit Bengaluru among five global cities recognized at the Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit Content Editor: Dr. Urmimala Maiti March 22, 2023 WHO News Section Global Health, NCDs, Partnership for Healthy Cities Partnership for Healthy Cities, a global network of 70 cities committed to preventing non-communicable diseases and injuries held its first-of-a-kind summit hosted by Bloomberg Philanthropies, World Health Organization, Vital Strategies, and Mayor Sadiq Khan of London. The summit proclaimed the various prevention strategies of local public health policy-making and implementation to prevent the risk factors of NCDs. Five cities received US$ 150,000 to advance their work in the partnership: Athens, Greece - for overdose prevention; Montevideo, Uruguay - for food policy; Mexico City - for road safety; Vancouver, Canada - for surveillance; Bengaluru, India- for tobacco control. The summit recognized the sustained efforts of the city to decrease smoking in public spaces and enforce the existing mandates.