New Antibiotic Molecule Shows Promise Against Drug-resistant Bacteria Content Editor: Dr Manu May 19, 2025 at 7:04:46 AM Antimicrobial Resistance, Antibiotics, Medical Research Researchers at McMaster’s University in Hamilton, Canada discovered a new antibiotic molecule, called lariocidin , which was isolated from soil samples collected from the university’s backyard and cultured for a year. The molecule was isolated from Paenibacillus spp . bacteria and belongs to a class of peptides called lasso peptides due to their knot-like shape. The molecule targeted the A-site in the 30s ribosomal subunit , which led to an interruption of the translation process and miscoding within the pathogenic bacteria. The molecule showed broad spectrum action against gram positive , gram negative and mycobacterial specimens even with species shown to be resistant to other antibiotics. This was attributed to the unique shape of the peptides and the new binding site which was not used by other antibiotics. Further, no cytotoxicity was noticed towards eukaryotic cells in in-vivo experiments, thus showing signs of not being toxic to humans. Animal experiments showed promising action towards a wide spectrum of bacteria and raised hopes of a new, powerful antibiotic. Researchers will now try to work on synthesising a functional antibiotic from the molecule. 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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Assessment of Uptake and Disparities in RSV Prevention Measures Among Infants: Insights from a US-based study Content Editor: Dr Tanya January 22, 2025 at 9:29:09 AM Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Communicable Diseases, Vaccines In 2023, two new interventions to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV ) became available in the United States: RSVpreF vaccine for pregnant individuals to be administered at 32-36 weeks gestation - RSVpreF, which protects infants through maternal vaccination, demonstrated an efficacy of 82% against severe RSV disease in the first few months of life. Nirsevimab , a monoclonal antibody for infants under 8 months - Nirsevimab was approved in the US for use in infants and showed high efficacy in clinical trials, with an 81% reduction in RSV-related hospitalizations. A study was conducted at Kaiser Permanente Northern California to assess the effect on uptake of RSVpreF and nirsevimab of various sociodemographic factors associated. Objective: To estimate the uptake of protective measures against RSV amongst mothers and infants born in at KPNC. Methods: Data from electronic medical records of infants born at KPNC to mothers aged 15 years to 49 years October 17, 2023 and March 31, 2024 was reviewed. Results: The results revealed that out of 17,251 infants, 77.5% received protection through either RSVpreF or Nirsevimab. 33.9% were exposed solely to RSVpreF, while 40.9% received only nirsevimab. A small percentage (2.7%) received both interventions. Notably, younger mothers were less likely to have received RSVpreF but more likely to have their infants receive nirsevimab. Conclusion: Nearly 80% of infants born during the RSV season received protection against the virus, with disparities in vaccination rates among different demographic groups. Click here to read more. Previous Next

Disaster Management Bill 2024 Content Editor: Dr. Urmimala August 5, 2024 at 1:30:00 PM Disaster Management, Public Health Legislation, Climate change, Disasters In view of the extreme weather conditions, including heavy rainfall, floods, and heat wave s across cities in India, the Lok Sabha has approved the plan to develop an Urban Disaster Management Authority (UDMA) in cities with municipal corporations and capital cities across India. The proposed plan is to develop a three-tier system of Disaster Management: The National Disaster Management Authority at the national level The State Disaster Management Authority at the state level The Urban Disaster Management Authority at the city level. The municipal commissioner will be heading the UDMA with the responsibility of preparing and implementing plans. This step is intended to avoid multiple district level plans in the same city while developing a city level plan for mitigation and preparedness for disasters that are impending threats to the city. The bill also directs the development of the State Disaster Response Force, as the Disaster Management Act currently provides for a National State Disaster Response Force to respond to natural and man-made disasters. Previous Next

Adoption Of The "RABAT DECLARATION" by UN for Health Care of Migrants and Refugees Adoption Of The "RABAT DECLARATION" by UN for Health Care of Migrants and Refugees Content Editor: Dr Sumana Mukhopadhyay June 29, 2023 World Health Organisation global health, migrants, refugees, Universal health coverage 48 United Nation members countries at the 3rd global consultation on health of migrants and refugees , hosted by various stakeholders on 15-June-2023, adopted the novel “Rabat Declaration”. The major intent of the meeting was plan for inclusion of refugees and immigrants into the national health care system as part of UHC . This vulnerable group faces enough challenges for survival and healthcare access. This declaration is dedicated to- Expedite the efforts to improve their health care Provide social protection Bring the cause of neglect to surface. Stakeholders are committed to including them in the health policy discussions and have assured improvement in the quality of comprehensive services.

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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Task force on production and promotion of bio-fertilizers Content Editor : Dr. Urmimala Maiti March 11, 2023 at 3:17:10 PM Agriculture, Bio-farming, NITI Ayog Considering the efficient use of fertilizers, NITI Ayog has devised a task force under the chairmanship of Prof. Ramesh Chand to:- assess biofertilizer production and consumption in India Devise innovations to promote the cow economy and use manure as biofertilizers. Policy measures to produce, package, market & distribute organic fertilizers as an alternative to inorganic ones . Formulate Public Private Partnership models with gaushalas, Dairy cooperatives, and Farmer Producer Organisations to ensure sustainable bio-farming. The report released today on "Production and Promotion of Organic and Bio-fertilizers with Special Focus on Improving Economic Viability of Gaushalas " provides accurate estimates of operational and fixed costs of Gaushalas and setting up Bio-CNG plant and PROM (Phosphate Rich Organic Manure) plants and recommendations on the economic viability of Gaushalas. Previous Next

Malaria's Menace: Climate Change, Population Growth Ignites Global Threat! Content Editor: Dr. Rashmi Verma November 9, 2023 at 1:30:00 PM Climate Change, Malaria A recent analysis reveals an alarming impact of climate change : 5 billion people world wide could face malaria by 2040. The risk is especially high in Africa ,where 1 billion people are at risk, complicating control efforts. The analysis warned that extended transmission seasons and mosquito migration jeopardizes progress, affecting high-burden countries like Mozambique, which also face rapid population growth . Further projections show potential threats in the United States, with warmer temperatures and increased rainfall intensifying malaria risk in vulnerable areas On a positive note, Jonathan Kurti, won Falk Medical Research Trust Transformational Award for anti malarial research, offering hope with stage-specific drugs and antibodies for severe cases and short-term prevention. Previous Next

Critical Shortage: Manpower crisis in 25% of operation theatres in Delhi hospitals Content Editor: Dr Pradipta S January 8, 2024 at 1:00:00 PM Healthcare Infrastructure Data from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare revealed that 1 in 4 operation theatres in Delhi. This implies that a total of 62 out of 235 are non-functional due to a 50 % manpower shortage . Though during the COVID pandemic, hospital beds almost doubled, manpower remained the same. Hence, patients are often referred to larger hospitals resulting in time delay and long queues. A committee was formed to address this crisis, consisting of medical directors and specialists from various hospitals . The goal was to compile a comprehensive list of doctors , evaluating their performances and the conduct of surgeries . This aims to help: Streamline surgeries Allocate time schedules and duties Reduce the burden on larger hospitals Minimize waiting periods Deter doctors from private consultancy services Previous Next

The Cutter's symposium: Emphasizing the necessity of accurate data analysis in nutritional research Content Editor: Dr. Anubhav May 18, 2024 at 3:00:00 PM Medical research, Nutrition The Cutter’s Symposium consists of lectures on preventive medicine. These are organized by the Department of Epidemiology and are held once or twice a year, funded by a bequest from John Clarence Cutter. During this year’s lecture, the importance of confounding factors in nutritional studies was discussed. In the 1970s, researchers discovered a link between ingesting fats and oils and the development of cancer. But since then, researchers have demonstrated that this relationship does not hold up. It is a common practice that those who follow a healthy diet, also have a healthy lifestyle. Hence, if the other factors of a healthy lifestyle aren't taken into consideration, spurious associations between diet and disease may be found. Various software and tools have been developed to address this confounding effect. Click here to read more. Previous Next