Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases in India

India's burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is escalating rapidly. NCDs typically present in individuals aged 55 years or older in many developed countries, but their onset occurs in India a decade earlier (≥45 years of age). Exacerbating this problem are the issues of multiple chronic conditions and the fact many remain undiagnosed due to lack of awareness and insufficient health-care access.

Recent Developments

Ayushman Bharat Mission

  • Ayushman Bharat Mission, world’s largest health scheme announced in the Union Budget 2018-19, is the latest initiative for expanding the health insurance net and targets 10 crore poor and ....

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