Health Report

Madhya Pradesh struggles with a healthcare crisis, facing significant shortages of doctors, medical staff, and essential healthcare centers. The state’s rural areas lack basic health services, and maternal and infant mortality rates remain high.

China is facing a rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections, causing respiratory illness, particularly in children and the elderly. While no emergency has been declared, experts are investigating the cause of the surge.

Disinfectants can’t claim to kill 100% of germs due to logarithmic decay. Effectiveness depends on microbial load, exposure time, and surface type. Complement use with hand washing for better infection control.

A new study shows that drinking coffee and tea may reduce the risk of head and neck cancers. People who drink more than four cups of coffee daily had a 17% lower risk. Tea also showed protective effects, but in moderation.

India’s goal to end TB by 2025 faces challenges, including undiagnosed cases, drug-resistant TB, and systemic healthcare gaps. Despite progress, a stronger, inclusive approach is needed to meet the target and eliminate TB by 2025.

Cancer cases in Madhya Pradesh are on the rise, with a significant impact on both men and women. The state is enhancing cancer care through government initiatives, improved screening, and awareness programs, addressing tobacco use and lifestyle factors.

The WHO Global TB Report 2024 highlights TB's resurgence, with 10.8M cases and 1.25M deaths in 2023. India leads with 26% of cases, yet innovative measures under PM Modi's leadership have halved TB incidence rates, driving progress against the epidemic

Noise pollution poses a silent threat to women’s fertility by disrupting hormones, sleep, and egg quality. Women over 35 are most vulnerable, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and noise control measures.

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha that train blankets are washed monthly and highlighted steps like automated laundries, quality checks, and eco-friendly packaging to enhance passenger comfort and hygiene.

WHO prequalifies 'Secolin' as a single-dose HPV vaccine, aiming to increase global vaccination rates and eliminate cervical cancer, especially in low-income regions, where 90% of deaths occur.