
Oommen C. Kurian
Senior Fellow at Observer Research Foundation
senior fellow, health initiative, @orfonline. student of health policy. patient. optimist. marathon, not sprint. #HealthForAll #SDGs #UHC.
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1 month ago |
hindustantimes.com | Oommen C. Kurian |Debosmita Sarkar |Shoba Suri
The BRICS+ bloc, accounting for over 40% of the world’s population and a substantial share of its forest area, can play a critical role in shaping responses to climate-related health threats. The grouping’s leadership in harmonising policies across the domains of climate action and healthcare can have profound implications for global strategies to manage pandemics and protect planetary health.
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2 months ago |
or-f.org | Oommen C. Kurian
As India sets its sights on becoming a global leader and a transformative force on the world stage, it must address the growing prevalence of anaemiaImage Source: Getty This essay is part of the series: World Health Day 2025: Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful FuturesDespite the relatively low levels of spending on health, India has made significant strides in key health indicators over the past three decades.
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2 months ago |
orfonline.org | Oommen C. Kurian
As India sets its sights on becoming a global leader and a transformative force on the world stage, it must address the growing prevalence of anaemiaImage Source: Getty This essay is part of the series: World Health Day 2025: Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful FuturesDespite the relatively low levels of spending on health, India has made significant strides in key health indicators over the past three decades.
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Mar 8, 2025 |
or-f.org | Oommen C. Kurian
Image Source: Getty Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), popularly known as ‘Jan Aushadhi,’ is a scheme that has seen rapid progress under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) governments over the past decade. Every year, 7 March is celebrated as “Jan Aushadhi Diwas,” aiming to enhance public awareness and confidence about generic medicines.
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Mar 8, 2025 |
orfonline.org | Oommen C. Kurian
Jan Aushadhi Kendras have expanded rapidly, covering all Indian districts by 2025. This analysis explores their growth, impact, and regional disparities. Image Source: Getty Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), popularly known as ‘Jan Aushadhi,’ is a scheme that has seen rapid progress under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) governments over the past decade.
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