public health

Globally $35 billion will be required for immunization in the next ten years to save an additional ten million lives.

On the eve of World cancer day on 4th feb 2007 – special health focus from Medindia

In the fast-paced life today, workplace obsession is a common phenomenon. Check if you’re bit by one of those ‘work is life’ bugs.

Focusing on your diet and doing adequate physical exercise won’t guarantee you a fit and healthy life always. Read below for a quick view on some health issues you shouldn’t ignore.

It might not be the plague yet, but the bird or avian flu scare has acquired this nasty habit of sending a shiver down the spine.

All influenza viruses of the type A, including those causing seasonal epidemics of human influenza

A new system of accountable care organizations may soon replace insurance companies in the United States.

Children with AIDS exhibit impaired dental status that affects their quality of life. This study assessed the oral health-related quality of life of these children.

Mobile phones emit non-ionizing radio frequency waves and operate in a frequency ranging from about 850 to 1900 megahertz (MHz).

A weeklong Asthma Awareness Camp in Chennai starting from 2nd May through the 7th of May, 2011 is observed at Frontier Lifeline Hospital.

Discover super easy steps to avoid allergies this season. Removing the exposure of allergens is the best way to keep.

BDRI has 700 hospitals in India and has records of 0.7 million births. It has found that the most common anomaly has been Neural Tube Defects (NTD).

A combination of two Anti-HIV medications may prevent infection in heterosexuals.

Saliva represents a potential alternative to blood for the assessment of anti-malarial antibody levels.

Cell Phones and Cell Towers – The danger lurking in Indian Metros.

Recent studies have shown that there are definite health benefits to living at a higher altitude.

N.Delhi is affected by the dengue fever that can sometime be deadly and this is due to the breeding mosquitoes after the monsoon.

Sedentary lifestyle like sitting for long hours, working on the computer with little or no physical activity could be associated with an increased risk of multiple health problems.

The levels of health care-associated infection in developing nations are at least twice as high when compared to the high income countries.

We bring you a simple exercise routine that trims the waistline and lowers blood sugar; sounds interesting? Read on to discover the best-kept secrets of aerobic exercises.

A report on the recent call for a global ban on the pesticide Endosulphan. Will India stand alone?

A vaccine against hepatitis E has been developed and made available for the first time in China.

The results of a recent study indicate that flu vaccine containing less than 0.33 μg/ml of egg protein may be safely administered to children with egg allergy.

Cravings often signify some need-whether nutritional or mental. Read on to find out if it’s really your sweet tooth or something else.

This Valentine, gift your partner something different, something that will be cherished for life. Find out more-read on….

Among the largest organizations over the world, the Freemasons have faced a lot of controversies regarding their practices and beliefs. Read on for a clearer view about it…

Inherited or genetic differences in nicotine clearance rates are associated with cessation rates. Most people want their general practitioners to inform them and would undergo genetic tests by them.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has claimed that the global tuberculosis (TB) epidemic has levelled off for the first time since it declared TB

Medindia met Dr. Suniti Solomon, Founder-Director of the YRG CARE Center for AIDS Research and Education, a premier HIV/AIDS care and support centre in Chennai.

Dr. Subramaniam, Chief Cardiologist at Frontier Lifeline, explains how a workplace is the ideal setting to inculcate in people ideal behaviour for the well being of their heart.

The earliest reports of iodine deficiency emerged from China, almost 5000 years ago. Nature came to the rescue in the form of sea weeds and many of those who ate sea weeds actually weeded out

Ivermectin lotion is a new option for treating head lice infestations. Topical ivermectin was recently approved by the FDA for the treatment of head lice.

Kochujang (KCJ), a fermented soybean-based red pepper paste may burn down visceral fat and improve lipid profile.

Laboratory tests conducted during pregnancy are not practically done as per guidelines.

New studies on lucid dreaming have now helped scientists discover the seat of meta-consciousness of the brain.

People who are married are less prone to heart attacks than singles and more likely to recover if struck with one!

A study on Transgender population in Chennai, reveals a strong need for both Psychologists and Physicians to first understand and accept transgender persons and then improve their general wellbeing.

Both rare and frequent exercising are likely to cause degeneration of the knee cartilage, says a new study.

The Movember Foundation is a charitable organization that deals with health issues related to men.

Multitasking is thought to be in thing these days, but studies suggest otherwise. Read on to find out how it was actually just made-up.

Read on to find out why the much awaited 21-12-2012 is not going to be the end of the world.

Non-communicable diseases are the diseases that are non-transferrable and non-infectious among people. They may be chronic disease of prolonged duration or slow in progression.

The prisoners with inadequate exercise and improper diet are exposed to the threat of non-communicable diseases.

This is Organ Donor Awareness Week (Aug 8-14, 2011), an initiative to highlight the merits of organ donation and dispelling myths.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common causes of sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the world.

Novel protein, heme oxygenase 1, could protect against tuberculosis and enable easy, quick recovery of TB infected patients.

Secondhand smoke causes serious adverse effect on teenage girls as compared to teenage boys. This implies that passive smoking is more detrimental to girls.

The health of individuals at the workplace can be improved by introducing guidelines that advise against sedentary behavior and encourage fruit intake.

Enjoy a safe and happy Diwali keeping in mind the well -being of your family, friends, neighbors, the less- fortunate and pets!

Your ability to live a long life can be determined by a simple test says a new study. The test carried out by scientists evaluates a person’s ability to sit on the floor and rise, unaided.

A study in the UK calculated the lifetime cost of smoking about 15 cigarettes a day and the amount calculated comes to a staggering 91,832.43 pounds or approx .

Sneha Deepam, meaning 'a light of love' is a Home care or Domiciliary Care service provider in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Interview gives insight into such services in India.

Researchers have found that video-based health educational programs are very effective in preventing soil-transmitted worm infections among schoolchildren.

Regular physical activity and sports help to improve health and prevent diseases.

Recent study drew attention towards the importance of sticking by the screening guidelines in detecting cases of child abuse.

Study on Asians found that individuals with normal weight were far less likely to die from cancer, heart disease or other causes than those with very high or low BMI.

Is the world in the grip of its first influenza pandemic in forty years? It definitely seems so! The current swine flu or pig flu disaster traces its origin to the badly- hit State of Mexico.

With the help of a tailored weight-loss programme, people with serious mental illness can attain weight loss and stay healthy.

People with more risk factors for heart disease at middle age are even more likely to suffer from heart disease and death due to heart disease in later life.

Kanchana, is a young transgender woman, who recently showcased her documentary ‘Nambikkai’ meaning Hope. The documentary is about the talents and the human nature of people who are differently abled.

Testosterone, a vital male hormone, largely responsible for the development and enhancement of male vitality. Testosterone replacement therapy may help older men get a better control over their health.

An extensive report, reflecting the pathetic state of the health care in India.

Compromising on your sleep hours to complete pending work is a big no-no. Sleep deprivation can severely affect different areas of your health. Find out how.

An annular eclipse of the Sun will be visible from within a narrow corridor, which traverses the Iberian Peninsula and stretches across the African continent.

Can’t seem to sleep calmly? Try these tested and approved tips and tricks from physicians and consultants around the globe to doze off in a buzz.

Confederation of Indian Industries held the second TN Health Summit on July 14 2012 with eminent medical and health care professionals, elaborating on why the growth of Indian medical sector is slow.

Exposure to metal-rich dust in underground railways harm people, finds study. Ill-ventilated underground railway stations are the ideal environment for toxic dust particulates to get accumulated.

Tuberculosis is a global emergency and unlike the WHO reports recent claims of the disease leveling off the reality maybe something else.

High dose vitamin A supplementation in early childhood was found to reduce the risk of hearing loss from middle ear infection in adolescence and young adulthood.

Indiscriminate and unchecked consumption of alcohol is an abusive and irresponsible act, leading to a significant number of untimely deaths all over the world.

With flu making rounds this season, it’s important to know the why’s, how’s and everything else about flu, and the steps you can take to prevent them. Read on for some easy tips on how to prevent flu.

With the winter winds blowing in, there’s always a risk of catching cold. Let the symptoms not confuse you, it may be swine flu. Grab the basics of swine flu….

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Tuberculosis as an emergency in Africa. It is killing more than half a million people every year.

Campaign Against Sex Selective Abortion held a recent discussion in Chennai with representatives from various fields to devise strategies to halt the declining child sex ratio in India.

Men do have some advantages over women in the weight loss game; to get the same health benefits as men, women have to do a lot more exercise.

September 21st 2010 is celebrated globally as World Alzheimer's Day with the theme “Dementia: It’s time for action”.

The motto for World Cancer Day on Feb 4 2011 is "Teaching Children and Teenagers to limit their sun exposure by being SunSmart!"

It is only through the judicious use of drugs can man win the war against microorganisms. Ad hoc measures are called for to curtail drug resistance.

Hemophilia, earlier known as the ‘disease of the kings’ is a hereditary bleeding disorder that occurs due to lack of certain clotting factors.

This World Kidney Day 2011, Dr. Georgi Abraham, speaks to Medindia on the link between kidney health and heart health, giving simple tips to readers for healthy maintenance of kidneys.

October 18th 2011 is World Menopause Day. It is a time to dwell on understanding the health-care issues of women, particularly older women.

World Mental Health Day on October 10th, 2010, is an annual event to increase public awareness about mental health issues with the theme "Mental Health and Long-term Illness: The Need for Continued and Integrated Care."

The theme of World Multiple Sclerosis Day 2011, ‘Work and MS’ seeks to highlight the challenges faced by MS victims at the workplace and raise MS awareness among employers and the general public.

To commemorate the 6th World Organ Donation Day that falls on 27th November 2010 MOHAN Foundation held a film competition on the theme Organ Donation and felicitated winners.

World Population Day draws attention to tackling population related issues in an over crowded world.

World population is currently 6.5 billion and with 4.4 humans being added per second it will touch 7 billion in six years

For World Standards Day 2011 Medindia discussed healthcare standards in India with Ms. Rama Venugopal, Executive Director, Value Added Corporate Services, based in Chennai, South India.

On World TB Day 2011, Medindia interviewed Dr. P. Senthilkumar, Pulmonologist, to know the obstacles that hinder eradication of TB from the world.

World TB Day 2011 enters into the second year of the two year campaign, “On the move against tuberculosis” exploring newer avenues in TB research and care.

Barack Obama has made history again! This time he did it by getting a land mark legislation cleared that is potent enough to mend America’s sagging health care system.