Source: NITI AayogSubject: Vulnerable Sections Context: NITI Aayog released a landmark report titled Reimagining Care: Strategies for Empowering Caregivers in Viksit Bharat@2047. The Report: Reimagining Care in Viksit Bharat@2047 About The Report: Reimagining Care in Viksit Bharat@2047: Who are Caregivers? According to the World Health Organization (WHO) definition adopted in the report, caregivers are individuals …
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The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2026 Report
Source: WHOSubject: Poverty and associated issues Context: The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) along with IFAD, UNICEF, WFP, and WHO officially released The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2026 report. State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2026 Report About The State of Food Security and Nutrition …
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PrelimsThe Codex Alimentarius Commission Source: News on AirSubject: International Organisation Context: India secured major advancements at the 49th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49) held in Geneva, Switzerland, where the commission officially adopted seven food standards and guidelines developed under Indian leadership. The Codex Alimentarius Commission About The Codex Alimentarius Commission: What It Is? …
PrelimsThe Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) Source: WHOSubject: Science and Technology Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has added the first molecular diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus (BDBV) to its Emergency Use Listing (EUL). The Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) About The Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD): What It Is? Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) is a severe, highly infectious, …
Argentina formally withdraws from World Health Organization
Source: DD News Subject: International Organisation Context: Argentina has officially completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), effective March 2026, following a one-year notification period initiated by President Javier Milei’s administration. About The World Health Organization (WHO): What it is? The WHO is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international …
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WHO Issues First Global Guideline on Infertility
Context: WHO has released its first-ever global guideline on infertility, calling for safer, fairer and affordable fertility care worldwide. It aims to help countries integrate infertility prevention, diagnosis and treatment into public health systems as infertility affects 1 in 6 people globally. About WHO Issues First Global Guideline on Infertility: What the Guideline Is? WHO’s …
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Global TB Report 2025
Source: WHO Subject: Health Context: The WHO Global Tuberculosis Report 2025, shows that India remains the country with the highest TB burden (25% of global cases) despite achieving a 21% reduction in incidence since 2015. About Global TB Report 2025: What it is? The annual global assessment of tuberculosis trends, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment at …
“The WHO leads global health governance, but its authority is shaped by state compliance”. Describe WHO’s institutional structure and assess its performance in recent times. Also examine constraints on its enforcement capacity.
Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora – their structure, mandate. Q4. “The WHO leads global health governance, but its authority is shaped by state compliance”. Describe WHO’s institutional structure and assess its performance in recent times. Also examine constraints on its enforcement capacity. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Easy Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: Asked …
Polio
Source: NIE Context: India has been placed on high alert after a rise in polio cases in Pakistan and Afghanistan, the only two remaining endemic countries. About Polio: What it is? Polio (Poliomyelitis) is a highly infectious viral disease that primarily affects the nervous system, leading to paralysis or even death in severe cases. The …
Maldives Achieves Triple Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission (MTCT)
Source: WHO Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated the Maldives as the first country in the world to achieve “triple elimination” — stopping mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B, marking a historic global public health milestone About Maldives Achieves Triple Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission (MTCT): What It Is? Triple Elimination refers …
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WHO officially classified Hepatitis D virus as carcinogenic
Source: BS Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have officially classified Hepatitis D virus (HDV) as carcinogenic, placing it in Group 1 — known causes of liver cancer, alongside Hepatitis B and C. About WHO officially classified Hepatitis D virus as carcinogenic: What is Hepatitis D …
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Gaza Hunger Crisis
Context: The Gaza hunger crisis has escalated, with over 2 million people now food insecure and dozens dying from starvation, as confirmed by Palestinian and UN agencies. WHO has called this a “man-made mass starvation”, exacerbated by aid blockades and attacks near food distribution points. About Gaza Hunger Crisis: What It Is? A severe man-made …
Codex Alimentarius
Source: TOI Context: India’s millet standard and leadership in Codex committees were appreciated at the 88th Codex Executive Committee (CCEXEC88) in Rome. About Codex Alimentarius: What it Is? Codex Alimentarius is a collection of internationally recognized food standards, guidelines, and codes of practice. It promotes food safety, consumer protection, and fair-trade practices in international food …
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 …
World Pandemic Treaty
Source: CNN Context: After over three years of negotiations, WHO Member States finalised the draft World Pandemic Treaty to boost global pandemic preparedness. About World Pandemic Treaty: What it is? A legally binding international instrument aimed at strengthening global response to future pandemics. Developed by: Negotiated by the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB), constituted under WHO …
US withdrawal from WHO
Syllabus: Multilateral Institution Source: IE Context: Recently, the United States, under President Donald Trump, has signed an executive order to withdraw from WHO, citing reasons such as mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and the lack of reforms within the organization. About WHO: Aim and Functions Aims Ensure universal health coverage and promote health equity. Strengthen …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 9 October 2024
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 9 October 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Trachoma Elimination
Source: PIB Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that India has eliminated Trachoma as a public health problem in 2024, making it the third country in the WHO South-East Asia Region to achieve this milestone. The achievement aligns with the WHO’s 2021–2030 Neglected Tropical Disease Roadmap, which targets the elimination of 20 diseases …
UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 9 October 2024
The Insights IAS Secure Initiative for UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice enables you to practice daily answer writing, enhancing your skills and boosting your scores with regular feedback, expert tips, and strategies. Let consistency be the hallmark of your preparation and utilize UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice initiative wisely Click on EACH question to …
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How has the WHO contributed to improving public health systems in developing countries? Examine its initiatives and the challenges it faces in addressing health disparities.
Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate Q4. How has the WHO contributed to improving public health systems in developing countries? Examine its initiatives and the challenges it faces in addressing health disparities. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the Question India pledges $250 million for traditional medicine centre; part …
