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Key UPSC mains coverage areas in Healthcare.

Pediatric Kidney Disorders: Early Detection and Modern Treatment

Learn how advancements in medical technology revolutionize the approach to treating pediatric kidney conditions with minimal intervention.

Mar 13, 2026 • 4 min

Catch Them Young: Combating Childhood Obesity in India

Increasing physical activity and healthy eating habits can help reverse the alarming trend of childhood obesity and its associated health risks.

Mar 11, 2026 • 2 min

Metabolic Diseases Burden in India and China: A Critical Analysis

India and China face alarming rates of metabolic diseases, highlighting urgent public health challenges and the need for effective interventions.

Mar 6, 2026 • 3 min

Preventing Diabetes Before Birth for Future Generations

Shifting gestational diabetes screening to the first trimester could alter the future trajectory of diabetes in India significantly.

Mar 6, 2026 • 4 min

The Rising Concerns Over Nicotine Pouches and Health Risks

Experts urge for stricter regulations and a ban on nicotine pouches, which are dangerously addictive and unapproved for cessation purposes.

Mar 6, 2026 • 2 min

India's Alarming Obesity Rates Among Children: A Wake-Up Call

A stark warning as India ranks second globally for childhood obesity, highlighting urgent health consequences and the need for effective intervention.

Mar 5, 2026 • 4 min

Safe Blood and the Right to Life: Should NAT Testing Be Mandatory?

Petitioner claims right to safe blood transfusion under Article 21; NAT may enhance safe blood supply for vulnerable patients.

Mar 3, 2026 • 6 min

Curbing ‘Fake Patients’ in Medical Colleges: Strengthening Medical Education Standards

Driven by regulatory pressure to meet bed occupancy norms and secure postgraduate seat approvals

Mar 3, 2026 • 4 min

Preventive Healthcare and Gender Equity: The Case for HPV Immunisation

How India’s nationwide single-dose HPV vaccination programme can transform women’s health outcomes amid global vaccine hesitancy.

Feb 26, 2026 • 5 min

India's Nationwide HPV Vaccination Initiative for Girls

The government launches a free HPV vaccination program targeting adolescent girls to combat cervical cancer effectively.

Feb 25, 2026 • 5 min

The Alarming Crisis of Adolescent Mental Health in India

It’s time for families, schools, and policymakers to prioritise the mental wellbeing of our youth amid growing concerns.

Feb 24, 2026 • 6 min

Navigating the Opportunities and Risks of Health Policy Porting

Discover how to smoothly transition health insurance policies while avoiding common pitfalls and maximizing benefits with a new insurer.

Feb 23, 2026 • 5 min

IIT Madras Develops Technique to Measure Blood Clotting Time

The innovative technique promises accuracy for implant manufacturers and can also assess water purity in various real-world applications.

Feb 21, 2026 • 6 min

Closing Cancer Gaps with Genomic Data for Better Outcomes

Leveraging genomic data can transform cancer diagnosis and treatment amid India's rising disease burden from non-communicable diseases.

Feb 18, 2026 • 5 min

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Cigarette Taxes in India

Despite recent tax increases, cigarette prices remain lower than the WHO benchmark, questioning their effectiveness in reducing consumption.

Feb 18, 2026 • 5 min