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Antimony, a metalloid, and DEHP, a synthetic chemical, are added to plastic products to increase the product’s utility, durability and flexibility. (Express Photo)

‘All luxury litigations’: SC declines to hear PIL on packaged drinking water standards

December 18, 2025 2:43 pm

The PIL sought directions to the Food Standards and Safety Authority of India to revise its standards on the permissible levels of antimony and DEHP in packaged drinking water.

In an interview with The Indian Express, he says that with its academic centres and innovative pharmaceutical and medical industry, India can and should play a leading role in tackling the rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)

Express Interview | Investments in strong primary care networks important to prevent non-communicable diseases: World Health Summit President Axel R Pries

October 12, 2025 8:30 pm

The World Health Summit is being held in Berlin, Germany, from October 12-15.

‘WHO initiative to ensure affordable eyecare services for all by 2030’

July 26, 2025 5:18 am

Dr Setoya added that the WHO has launched a global initiative — ‘Global Specs 2030’ — to ensure that everyone has access to affordable eyecare services by 2030

US health agencies participated in WHO flu meeting despite planned exit

February 28, 2025 10:16 pm

US President Donald Trump, who started a 12-month withdrawal process for the US to leave the WHO, has said he may consider rejoining the agency.

World Health Organization recommends swapping table salt with lower sodium salt substitutes; but should you?

February 07, 2025 4:42 pm

If you have specific dietary needs or concerns like kidney diseases, consult a healthcare professional before making significant changes

Pollution kills 1.5 mn a yr, no Indian lives in WHO standard air, says study

Zero safe zones: No Indian city meets WHO air quality standards, says Lancet study

December 13, 2024 9:02 am

The study found that even if the air quality met these standards, there would have been 0.3 million deaths associated with long-term exposure to air pollution.

The 'bleeding eye' virus, officially known as the Marburg virus, is a highly infectious and often fatal virus

The deadly ‘bleeding eye’ virus: What you need to know about the Marburg outbreak and its global implications

December 03, 2024 5:00 pm

With at least 15 fatalities and hundreds of infections reported across 17 African countries, including Rwanda, health officials are urging travellers to exercise caution.

What is anti-microbial resistance (AMR) and why is it a grave threat?

September 11, 2024 12:17 pm

Antimicrobial resistance, which is caused when microbes evolve into drug-resistant ‘superbugs’ in response to the misuse or overuse of antibiotics, is a growing problem in India. Who is responsible; what can be done?