Guide on "Gender-Inclusive Communication" launched by United Nations in New Delhi. Guide on "Gender-Inclusive Communication" launched by United Nations in New Delhi. Content Editor: Akhila Nandan December 11, 2023 Press Information Bureau Gender equality, UN Women, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation In collaboration with UN WOMEN and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA ) has launched the ‘Guide on Gender-Inclusive Communication’ in New Delhi on 28th November. This "Guide on Gender-Inclusive Communication" majorly aims to : Guide daily communication keeping in mind the principles of gender neutrality and inclusivity. Carve the positive impact of language in the society. Dr. Munjapara Mahendrabhai, Minister of State, WCD highlighted the imperative role this guide would play in the proper implementation of gender equality and female leadership . Smt. Smrithi Irani during the launch added the importance of promoting the gender-inclusive language which shall be adorned by the implementation of this guide and that the copies shall soon be made available in all the regional domains of language.

End of the New Castle Outbreak in Brazil: A tale of robust efforts Content Editor: Dr. Swathi Shenoy August 7, 2024 at 2:00:00 PM Outbreak, Viral diseases, International health The Newcastle disease Outbreak at a commercial poultry farm has been affecting Brazil's Rio Grande Do Sul area since July 17, 2024. The disease, caused by avian paramyxovirus, affected wild and domestic birds and had severe aftereffects on the country’s economy. The essential steps undertaken against the outbreak are as follows: Establishment of a zoosanitary emergency area Strict monitoring and surveillance The export of poultry meat and poultry products has been temporarily suspended. No new cases were detected during the 42-day monitoring period , and subsequently, the area was declared disease-free, marking the end of the outbreak on August 1, 2024. The Ministry underscored the crucial role of continuous vigilance, future preparedness, and resilience in preventing and managing such outbreaks. Previous Next

Cholera – Multi-country with a focus on countries experiencing current surges PHC Editor Outbreaks WHO’s latest Disease Outbreak News warns that cholera remains a multi‑country emergency with very high risk of further spread. Between 1 January and 17 August 2025, 409,222 cholera or acute watery diarrhoea cases and 4,738 deaths were reported from 31 countries. The Eastern Mediterranean and African Regions carry the heaviest burden. Country snapshots illustrate the scale: the Democratic Republic of the Congo reported 46,800 cases and 1,362 deaths; South Sudan 71,825 suspected cases and 1,194 deaths as of mid‑August; and the Republic of the Congo 457 suspected cases with a case‑fatality rate of 7.7%. Key drivers include conflict, displacement, flooding and weak WASH infrastructure. WHO urges intensified surveillance, rapid case management, oral cholera vaccine campaigns, and cross‑border coordination. A continental preparedness plan for Africa was launched on 26 August alongside a joint Incident Management Team. (Source: WHO) Previous Next

Campaign towards Zero waste at Delhi Campaign towards Zero waste at Delhi Content Editor: Dr. Urmimala Maiti March 31, 2023 Press Information Bureau Sanitation, Environmental health A women-led Swachhotsav campaign started on 8th March for three weeks, rallied for Garbage-free cities in Delhi till 29th March 2023 to observe the Swachhotsav event. To acknowledge women's contribution to the urban swachhata field, "Women Icons leading Swachhata (WINS) Awards " were given to women entrepreneurs. ‘Achieving sustainable and environmentally sound practices of minimizing and managing waste’- International Day of Zero Waste 2023 was celebrated on 30th March. The events on the line are best practices presentation on Circularity in Garbage-Free Cities, Women and Youth for GFC, Business and Tech for GFC, and Fireside chats with Mayors. Swachhata Yatra: Inter-state travel of women self-help group members engaged as waste entrepreneurs. Swachhata Doots are first-time women travelers for whom the travel is an enriching experience to learn from.

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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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. 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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. 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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. 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Boreal Pox: Unveiling Alaska's enigmatic virus Boreal Pox: Unveiling Alaska's enigmatic virus Content Editor: Dr. KH Reddy April 10, 2024 Alaska Department of Health Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Orthopoxvirus, Global Health While Boreal pox was first identified in Fairbanks Alaska, the Department of Health of Alaska wanted the terminology of the virus to reflect the scope of identification outside of Alaska. Hence, after coordination with the CDC and WHO, from April 2024, Alaska pox will be referred to by its new name, Boreal Pox. The first six cases were from Fairbanks itself, while the latest was reported this year from the Kenai region of Alaska. No human-to-human transmission has been observed with Boreal pox but epidemiologists report that canine and feline pets may have a role in its transmission. Symptoms of this infection include skin lesions like pustules, swollen lymph nodes, and joint/muscle pain. Click here to read more.

National conference on accelerating SDGs- An example of cooperative federalism National conference on accelerating SDGs- An example of cooperative federalism Content Editor: Dr. Swathi Shenoy March 26, 2024 Press Information Bureau SDGs, Cooperative Federalism A 2-day national conference was held in Jaipur, Rajasthan in the 1st week of March. The conference, titled, “National Conference on Accelerating Sustainable Development Goals ”, was organized by NITI Aayog in collaboration with UNDP, UN, and the government of Rajasthan. The conference's objectives included: To motivate States and UTs to evaluate the localization of the S ustainable D evelopment G oals (SDGs) , Share insights on how to institutionalize the SDGs at the subnational level . Examine the national and subnational context for SDG financing Outlining a strategy for quickening the 2030 SDG agenda's progress. The conference also included technical sessions on the second day and covered various topics related to the SDGs. On the occasion of the conference, three knowledge portals were also launched: UNDP ‘SDG Knowledge Hub’ ‘Food and Nutrition Security Analysis Dashboard’ of the Government of Rajasthan ‘SDG -2 (Zero Hunger) Dashboard’ of the Government of Rajasthan The conference was a perfect example of cooperative federalism. Click here to read more.

Sleep woes: OSA symptoms and cognition link Content Editor: Prayag Khandelwal February 9, 2024 at 3:15:00 PM Research Findings, Sleep patterns, Obstructive Sleep Apnea A cross-sectional study was done to find the association between OSA symptoms, poor sleep quality, and cognitive function in middle-aged and elderly urban populations; a total of 7505 adults were enrolled. Out of the total study population (with MMSE >26), 38.3% had a high risk of OSA symptoms 15.9% had poor sleep quality . OSA symptoms were negatively associated with cognitive domains of information processing, memory, and G-factor. Poor sleep quality was also associated with lower cognitive scores for G-factor, memory, and executive domains, but not with the information domain. Obstructive sleep apnea has been studied till now for its impact on quality of life and as a predisposing factor for many chronic illnesses. The above study adds to the evidence of its impact on sleep quality and cognitive function in India. Previous Next

"Easy and cheap" reasons cited by patients for nonprescription antibiotic use "Easy and cheap" reasons cited by patients for nonprescription antibiotic use Content Editor: Dr. Himabindu Reddy November 1, 2023 CIDRAP Antimicrobial stewardship, AMR, Public health, Pharmacovigilance, Public health A study conducted in Texas aimed to understand the motivations of people for using antibiotics without a doctor's prescription . The patients' responses revealed that the main reason for taking antibiotics was quick resolution of symptoms and non-prescription medications were cheaper than getting a consultation and prescription from a physician. The main reasons were flu, UTI, diarrhea, allergies and main sources of non-prescription medications were found to be internet, outside countries, leftover antibiotics from a family member. The findings of the study can drive the antibiotic stewardship programs in a new direction and findings also highlights need for improving access to healthcare services and alternative treatment options for common ailments