India is the emerging leader in medical advancements with many skilled health professionals. However the quality of health care still remains aback. There are many issues in the health sector of India that need a firm upliftment and thorough review. With the increasing population and following western culture, India is raising concerns over the issues. Some of the Current health issues that need to be looked into are:
• Spread of epidemics : There are some diseases like dengue and flu which spread quite quickly in vast areas because of improper sanitary conditions and lack of preventive measures. The population living in the rural areas is too vulnerable to such kind of diseases which spread easily. Preventive measures should be taken to curb the widespread of such diseases. The primary Healthcare units which have been established should be equipped with sufficient number of medications to treat bulk population if there is any endemic arising.
• Smoking : Over one million people die every year due to smoking tobacco. Smoking causes serious diseases such as Lung cancer, Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD).
• HIV and AIDS : India ranks number four in the world with the number of people suffering from AIDS. The major regions in India affected with the disease are the southern and north eastern regions. There are various policies from the government to check on this issue. National AIDS control organization is set up to keep an eye on the spread of the disease. Though the rate of infection has declined over a period, more effective strategies has to be developed to further control the spread of the disease.
• Malnutrition in India : There is large number of population suffering from malnutrition, especially the children. In the rural areas about one thirds of the children born are under weight. This issue needs to be looked into with broader and effective prospects
