Covid-19, JN.1 variant

COVID endgame on hold as JN.1 outbreak raises fresh concerns

JN.1 variant of Omicron evades immunity, rewriting the COVID playbook and raising concerns about the effectiveness of vaccines. #JN.1 #coronavirus Read more »
G20 seeks to empower women

G20 embraces women-led development as Africa joins the table

The #G20 summit's vision of women-led development finds a powerful partner in the #AfricanUnion, paving the way for a more #inclusive and #sustainable future. Read more »
Consumer protection meet Nairobi

Consumer protection: Cost of living, digital rights in focus at global meet

Consumer protection took centre stage as leaders gather in Nairobi to tackle global challenges and build a future that empowers consumers, writes George Cheriyan. Read more »
covid-19 cases in india

COVID-19 resurgence in India calls for continued vigilance

While the current #COVID-19 cases are mild, waning vaccine immunity and the emergence of new variants necessitate ongoing monitoring and preventive measures. #coronavirus #WHO Read more »
pneumonia outbreak

Mysterious pneumonia outbreak in China raises global concerns

The pneumonia outbreak in China highlights the importance of surveillance systems for respiratory pathogens, underscoring the need for global cooperation in combating infectious diseases. Read more »
Universal pension and health coverage

India must build universal pension and health coverage

India needs to achieve universal pension and healthcare coverage without upsetting fiscal prudence and good governance practices. Read more »
loneliness a health hazard

Loneliness to connectedness: Tackling the hidden health hazard

Far from being a solitary experience, #loneliness poses a significant threat to #publichealth, demanding a comprehensive approach that encompasses individual, societal, and technological factors. #who Read more »
skill gap, e-shram

India’s labour market marred by rising wages, lingering inequalities

While India's average #wages have tripled over the last four decades, high levels of #labour market segmentation and a notable gender-wage gap continue to hinder equitable progress. #plfs #nsso #ilo Read more »
Kerala's NCD burden

Kerala’s NCD burden calls for social determinants of health approach

Kerala's famed #publichealth system is crumbling under the weight of non-communicable diseases, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing the #NCD epidemic. #keralamodel Read more »
Fighting gender inequality in India

Gender inequality: Education can break the vicious circle

Educational interventions can play a vital role in reducing gender inequality by challenging and changing deeply entrenched gender norms and attitudes. Read more »