In India, increasing lifespan and decreasing fertility rates have resulted in a growing number
of older persons. By 2050, people over 60 years of age are predicted to constitute 19.1% of …

The prevalence of long-term (chronic) non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is increasing
globally due to an ageing global population, urbanization, changes in lifestyles, and …

Background Mental disorders are among the leading causes of non-fatal disease burden in
India, but a systematic understanding of their prevalence, disease burden, and risk factors is …

Background Population aging poses a demographic burden on a country such as India with
inadequate social security systems and very low public investment in health sector. This …

Aim To examine the incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), of death, and the
comparative effects of 12 common modifiable risk factors for both outcomes in South Asia …

Global health which denotes equitable access to healthcare, particularly in remote-rural-
developing regions, is characterized by unique challenges of affordability, accessibility, and …

Abstract Background In India, Out-of-pocket expenses accounts for about 62.6% of total
health expenditure-one of the highest in the world. Lack of health insurance coverage and …

Background Early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) reduces the risk of neonatal mortality.
Previous studies from India have documented some factors associated with EIBF. However …

Urban public health is one of the most critical yet neglected aspects of urban planning in
developing countries such as India. Inequity in access to government healthcare facilities …

Healthcare establishments are unique and complex. The Indian healthcare system
comprises of public and private healthcare establishments. Different challenges are …