Global pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly is gearing up to introduce Tirzepatide, its revolutionary weight-loss and diabetes treatment, in India by 2025 under the brand name Mounjaro. “India represents a vibrant market with its large and growing population, increasing health issues related to obesity, diabetes, and cancer, alongside rising health expenditure. This combination fills us with […]

In a historic move, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has taken on the crucial issue of climate change through landmark hearings. This initiative comes in response to a request from the United Nations General Assembly, aiming to clarify the obligations of governments under international law to protect the climate system. The outcomes of these […]

Every year on December 1, the world comes together to observe World AIDS Day, a powerful reminder of the ongoing battle against HIV/AIDS. In 2024, the theme, “Equalize to End AIDS”, underscores the critical importance of addressing the inequalities that hinder progress toward eradicating this epidemic. By focusing on equitable access to healthcare, breaking down […]

As Delhi grapples with high air pollution levels blocking sunlight, experts at AIIMS-Delhi have recommended strategies to maintain adequate vitamin D levels—a vital nutrient sourced primarily from sunlight. Dr. Ravinder Goswami, professor in the Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism at AIIMS, advises individuals across all age groups to consider vitamin D supplementation during the winter […]

The COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, has concluded, marking a pivotal moment in global climate negotiations. Leaders, climate advocates, and activists from across the globe gathered to address pressing environmental challenges. Among the most significant developments was India’s firm rejection of the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG), underlining its advocacy for the Global South […]

Picture a young mother in a bustling, crowded city somewhere in South Asia. She wakes up early every day, balancing the demands of her family and work while navigating an unforgiving environment. The searing heat burns her skin as she steps outside; the air she breathes feels heavy with pollution. Rain, when it comes, is […]

The United Nations Climate Change Conference in Baku (COP29) marked a pivotal moment in integrating health into the global climate agenda. Building on the foundation laid at previous COPs, COP29 advanced the commitment to address the interconnected challenges of health and climate change. A key highlight of the conference was the high-level event, “COP Presidencies […]

COP 29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, has been a pivotal event in the global fight against climate change. The summit, which began on November 11 and runs through November 22, 2024, has brought together world leaders, climate experts, and activists to address critical climate issues. One of the key developments has been the approval of […]