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Examine the factors responsible for the rising burden of cancer globally. Analyse the challenges faced by India in strengthening cancer care. Suggest measures to improve accessibility and affordability.

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Q3. Examine the factors responsible for the rising burden of cancer globally. Analyse the challenges faced by India in strengthening cancer care. Suggest measures to improve accessibility and affordability. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question The WHO World …

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SEHAT Mission

Source: BLSubject: Government Scheme Context: Union Ministers launched the ‘SEHAT Mission’ (Science Excellence for Health through Agricultural Transformation) in New Delhi. This historic initiative marks the first formal convergence of India’s agriculture and health sectors to address malnutrition and the rising burden of non-communicable diseases. SEHAT Mission About SEHAT Mission: What it is? The SEHAT …

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AFMS launches India’s first AI-driven community screening programme for Diabetic Retinopathy

Source: PIB Subject: Miscellaneous Context: The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) launched India’s first AI-driven community screening programme for Diabetic Retinopathy (DR). The initiative uses MadhuNetrAI, an AI platform, to enable early detection and referral of diabetic eye disease at the community level. About AFMS launches India’s first AI-driven community screening programme for Diabetic Retinopathy: …

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Analyse how the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) is reshaping India’s public health priorities. Examine the policy and institutional measures required to strengthen prevention and control.

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Q4. Analyse how the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) is reshaping India’s public health priorities. Examine the policy and institutional measures required to strengthen prevention and control. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: The rising share of …

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PEN-Plus approach

Context: The WHO African Region released a report, highlighting that 20 African countries have expanded access to critical services for severe non-communicable diseases (NCDs) by adopting the PEN-Plus approach. About PEN-Plus Approach: What it is? PEN-Plus stands for Package of Essential Non-communicable Disease interventions Plus. It is an integrated healthcare model aimed at managing severe …

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Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)

Context: The Union Health Ministry launched a nationwide campaign to screen individuals aged 30 and above for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and common cancers like oral, breast, and cervical cancer. About Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): What are NCDs? Chronic medical conditions that are not transmitted from person to person. Often caused by lifestyle factors, genetic predisposition, or …

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[MISSION 2022] Insights SECURE 2022 : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 8 April 2022

  Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  MISSION – 2022: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Join IPM 4.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday   General Studies – 1   Topic:  geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and …

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The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCD) is enormous on the health care system of the nation. Analyse the role that AYUSH can play in addressing the issue of burgeoning NCDs. (250 words)

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.   2.  The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCD) is enormous on the health care system of the nation. Analyse the role that AYUSH can play in addressing the issue of burgeoning NCDs. (250 words)   Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: …

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