
Bridging the Gap: Understanding STI Clinics and the Struggles of High-Risk Communities
During my posting at the Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC) of my tertiary care institute, I rota...

Beyond Stigma: The Complex Reality of Mental Health Support
Mental health awareness has grown, but treatment and care funding still lags far behind public dis...

Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs in Rural India: The Burden of Overcrowded PHCs and Inadequate Subcenters
Nothing in life is ever truly free — this has never been more true: A Story from Kaman PHC, Vasai On a ...

Status of Outbreak Response Immunization in India
Overview The World Health Organization guidelines in 1999 were negative1 about outbreak response i...

Addressing the Global Obesity Epidemic: Challenges and Opportunities
Obesity: We know a lot, but are still not successful in prevention and weight loss therapy Rising ...

Achieving TB Elimination in India: A Strategic Roadmap
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health challenge in India, affecting millions each...

The Silent Epidemic: Loneliness as a Public Health Issue
A sense of emptiness, a yearning for connection – these are the whispers of loneliness. Often br...

Rethinking Training Sessions in National Health Programs: From Repetition to Impact
Introduction: Public health training programs are essential for enhancing the skills of program managers ...