Tuberculosis (TB) presents a significant challenge to India’s healthcare system. Though political will to eliminate the condition is high, there are a number of hurdles that must be overcome to attain that goal. Prevalence of tuberculosis Estimating the true prevalence of the condition is difficult within India. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported last year […]
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Disease profiles: What is COPD?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a broad term used to describe a number of progressive lung diseases in which symptoms worsen over time. These include emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and refractory (non-reversible) asthma. Prevalence COPD is becoming ever more widespread in India. One of the key risk factors for developing many of the conditions covered […]
Disease profiles: What is chikungunya?
Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne, viral disease. It is prevalent throughout India during the monsoon season and presents a particular threat due to the lack of any vaccines or treatment options. Prevalence Prior to 2013, chikungunya cases and outbreaks were prevalent in countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Indian and Pacific Oceans. In late 2013, […]
Disease profiles: What is malaria?
Malaria has been one of the biggest medical concerns in India in modern memory. The disease is, to this day, still abundant across the majority of India and is responsible for a considerable number of deaths. Prevalence Malaria has been observed in India as far back as the writings of ancient medical texts such as […]