Obesity

Syllabus: Health Source:  PIB Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a nationwide anti-obesity campaign, urging Indians to reduce oil consumption by 10%. About Obesity: What is Obesity? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity is defined as an abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. The commonly used metric to classify …

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 …