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World Health Organisation classifies gaming as addiction
ICD-11 will be presented at the World Health Assembly in May 2019 for adoption by Member States, and will come into effect on January 1, 2022.
High uranium in Indian aquifers: where, why
Several studies have linked exposure to uranium in drinking water to kidney diseases. The World Health Organisation has set a provisional safety standard of 30 microgrammes of uranium per litre.
Govt has made ‘serious’ efforts to curb air pollution: Environment Minister after World Health Organisation’s report
In a statement, the ministry said as most of the polluted cities lie around Delhi and along the Indo-Gangetic plain, it is critical that the respective state governments are sensitised to take up urgent action on cleaning air.
World Health Organisation to South-East Asian countries: Accelerate efforts to address air pollution
The combined effects of household air pollution and ambient air pollution will become increasingly hard to address if not tackled early, the World Health Organization official said.
14 of India’s cities are among the top 20 most polluted ones globally — Here’s the list
A new pollution report by the World Health Organisation has ranked 14 of India’s cities in the top 20 most polluted cities across the world. Here’s the list.
What is Disease X?
Disease X is a mystery pathogen, that has been added to the WHO’s Blueprint priority diseases for the first time this year. Here’s what it is.
What is World Diabetes Day 2017?
It was Frederick Banting who discovered insulin in 1922, therefore, November 14 is the date when the world acknowledges the work of Banting by spreading awareness on his birthday.
Why rising TB numbers may not be a bad thing after all
Gap between TB incidence and notifications is very large in India; rising numbers probably indicate better reporting rather than higher incidence of disease
Impact evaluation: Why flagship BPL health insurance scheme is in rather poor health
Eight years after it was launched, the Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana remains hamstrung by inflexible procedures and an inadequate coverage ceiling, finds new evaluation of its impact.
World Health Organisation urges governments to create green public spaces stating health benefits
WHO Regional Director for South East Asia, Poonam Khetrapal Singh said rapid urbanisation was challenging the ecosystem, severely affecting physical and mental health being.
North Korea rejects South Korea group’s offer for malaria help
Despite the lack of South Korean assistance, North Korea has in recent years reported declining cases of malaria thanks largely to anti-malaria aid programs by international organisations. According to WHO records, North Korea had 21,850 malaria cases in 2012, but 7,010 cases in 2015.
WHO reports first 3 cases of Zika virus in India, all from Gujarat
Zika virus cases: “This report is important as it describes the first cases of Zika virus infections and provides evidence on the circulation of the virus in India,” WHO said.
Annual vaccination most effective against Swine Flu: WHO
The flu vaccine has been designed to protect against three or four influenza viruses.
The immunisation imperative
A renewed commitment will improve India’s record on combating childhood diseases and help set the global agenda on child health.
Jun 19: Latest News
Gloom in Rajasthan garlic belt as govt date for buying produce ends today
Fire breaks out in two UP hotels, five dead
Judicial panel on Mandsaur deaths: Firing was justified, necessary
Mumbai boy gave up medicine to follow his passion for food styling
One allopathic doctor serves more than 11,000: NHP
After blanket ban on tourist vehicles entering town, traffic regulation enforced in Nainital to control heavy inflow
J-K: Three militants killed in gunfight at Tral
Mumbai police: TV show contestant arrested for raping 17-year-old
