Prime Minister narendra Modi (File Image) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday said decline in tuberculosis incidence is an outcome of dedicated and innovative efforts, and asserted that “we will keep working towards a tuberculosis-free India” through a collective spirit. His remarks came after health minister J P Nadda stated in a post that…
NEW DELHI: World Health Organisation (WHO) has, in its latest report on tuberculosis globally, acknowledged progress made in India to eliminate the infection.According to the report, TB incidence in India has declined by 18%, from 237 per lakh population in 2015 to 195 per lakh population in 2023. This is more than double the pace…
NEW DELHI: Prices of several essential drugs used to treat conditions such as asthma, glaucoma, thalassaemia, tuberculosis and mental health disorders, are expected to rise, as govt has approved a 50% increase in their ceiling price.Regarding the reason behind the decision, the govt, in a statement on Monday, said, “The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA)…
