The backbone of India’s rural healthcare system, Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) workers have played a major role in improving both maternal and child health, immunisation rates and the overall well-being of the community; they are also key to bridging the gap between rural communities and primary healthcare. Ever since ASHAs were appointed in 2005
The story so far On January 20, 2025, his first day in office for a second term, U.S. President Donald Trump put in place a 90-day freeze on foreign assistance. The executive order read: [There will be a] “90-day pause in United States foreign development assistance for assessment of programmatic efficiencies and consistency with United
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Afternoon yoga for energy helps combat fatigue and boost focus. Try these 10 simple poses to refresh your body and mind instantly, no caffeine needed! 10 Energizing Afternoon Yoga Poses to Beat Fatigue Instantly Energising Yoga Poses: Afternoons can often make you feel fatigued and tired. While many of us opt for a quick cup
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During a meetup of beneficiaries and donors In 2002, when P.S. Sreemathi retired as Head of Department of Paediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery from the Institute of Child Health and Hospital for Children, Madras Medical College, there were 700 cases of children waiting for heart surgery. Sophisticated cardiac devices and equipment were not so common in the
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India faces a growing challenge with obesity and related non-communicable diseases. In response, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) had released the latest edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Indians back in 2024. These guidelines aim to tackle the rising rates of unhealthy diets and their consequences. Doctors at the All India Institute of
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Unwanted chin hair can be frustrating, especially when it keeps coming back despite regular waxing, threading, or laser treatments. But did you know that excess facial hair, particularly on the chin, can be a sign of hormonal imbalance? High levels of androgens (male hormones) in women are a common cause of excessive hair growth, and
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A view of the Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health in Bengaluru where facilities are offered for treatment for rare diseases. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Several families of children suffering from rare diseases and patient advocacy groups (PAGs) have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda to remove the
The role of anti-inflammatory foods in PCOS management Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, commonly abbreviated as PCOS, is a hormonal disorder affecting millions of women, with characteristics such as irregular periods, excessive hair growth, acne, and often, difficulty conceiving. The cause is not entirely clear, but chronic low-grade inflammation plays a significant role in the development and
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Zodiac signs can reflect many things about our personality – our likes, dislikes, mindset and approach towards life. If you analyse, our food choices can also offer insights into our personality traits. Combine the two and voila – the nature of a particular food can align with the characteristics of people in a zodiac sign.
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