Social Justice

One Health Approach One Health is an approach that recognizes that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment. One Health’ vision derives its blueprint from the agreement between the tripartite-plus alliance … Continue reading →

Senior Citizens As per the Census figures of 2011, the population of senior citizens (60 + age) in India is 10.38 crore i.e., 8.6% of the total population. The share of elderly persons increased from 5.6% in 1961 to 8.6% … Continue reading →

Primary Health Care (PHC) Definition It aims to provide basic, affordable, and accessible healthcare services to all individuals, especially in rural and underserved areas. Focus Points Comprehensive Approach Primary health care in India provides a wide array of services such … Continue reading →

Mental Health in India Definition The World Health Organization (WHO) defines mental health as a condition of well-being in which every person can reach their full potential, manage everyday pressures, engage in productive and fruitful employment, and contribute to their … Continue reading →

Health Sector Healthcare Sector: It comprises hospitals, medical devices, clinical trials, outsourcing, telemedicine, medical tourism, health insurance and medical equipment. India’s healthcare delivery system is categorised into two major components – public and private. Public Sector: It comprises limited secondary … Continue reading →

Digital Healthcare Definition Digital health refers to the use of technology, such as apps, telemedicine, electronic health records (EHR), and wearable devices, to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. Government Initiatives Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM): Launched in 2021, ABDM … Continue reading →

Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) What is it? Launched in 2018 to provide health insurance coverage to the economically weaker sections of India.  The scheme aims to offer financial protection to around 100 million families (500 million … Continue reading →

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Antimicrobial resistance is the resistance acquired by any microorganism (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, etc.) against antimicrobial drugs (such as antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, antimalarials, and anthelmintics) that are used to treat infections. Causes: Overuse and misuse of antibiotics … Continue reading →

Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) The ASHA program was launched in 2005-06 as part of the National Rural Health Mission, initially in rural areas. The ASHA program was introduced as a key component of the community process intervention and now … Continue reading →

Role of ICT in Development and related Issues Definition: Information and communication technologies (ICT) is defined as a diverse set of technological tools and resources used to transmit, store, create, share, or exchange information. Role of ICT in the Development … Continue reading →