Primary healthcare

A new approach called Toxic Male Technique (TMT), developed by researchers at the ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology at Macquarie University, Australia, involves genetically engineering male insects to reduce the lifespan of the females they mate with.

Despite the challenges, some organisations continue to operate in Afghanistan, striving to fill the gaps left by fleeing professionals. However, without significant international support and a reversal of restrictive Taliban policies, the health-care system’s recovery seems unlikely.

On the fight against cancer, Prime Minister commented about a study of the world-renowned Medical Journal Lancet which stated that the chances of starting cancer treatment on time in India have increased a lot.

Over the years, Sri Lanka has successfully eliminated major diseases like malaria, filariasis, polio, and neonatal tetanus, further solidifying its position as a regional healthcare leader.

Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) play a pivotal role in these community-level initiatives. ASHAs conduct home visits, organize group meetings, and participate in health campaigns to educate individuals and families about the importance of healthy lifestyles.

In 2014, the WHO certified India as polio-free after three years without a single case of wild poliovirus. This was a moment of triumph, celebrated globally as a landmark achievement in public health.

In addition to food insecurity, Afghanistan faces ongoing challenges related to health care access. Many health facilities have shut down or are operating at...

WHO certifies India, Pakistan free of trachoma. 1.9 million people globally are blinded fully or partially by trachoma and thirty-nine countries have still to...