Healthcare Archives

In an Unequal World, Coronavirus is a Humbling Equaliser

It has taken an imperceptible virus to remind us that the differences we have spent years identifying in each other are, essentially, irrelevant. Unlike humans, Covid-19 does not discriminate or heed privilege and will therefore, inevitably become a humbling equaliser in an unequal world.

Manik Sharma July 8, 2016

Coronavirus

Coronavirus: Do I Actually Need a Face Mask? What Should I Get?

Stop hoarding face masks, please. They are not going to make a difference if you are going for your morning walk or hailing a cab. You need them if you are showing symptoms of Covid-19 or a caregiver to someone infected with coronavirus.

Arré Bench April 17, 2016

Gender

What’s Making Us Happy: The Decline in India’s Maternal Mortality Rate

Here’s a reason to cheer on a gloomy day: Our Maternal Mortality Rate has dropped by 22 per cent. That means nearly 1,000 fewer women die because of pregnancy-related complications in the country each month.

Arré Bench March 16, 2016