Centenarians and Near-Centenarians in India: For All We Know?
This study was an attempt at profiling centenarians and near-centenarians in India, utilizing data from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (2017-19). Our findings revealed centenarians (and near-centenarians) as predominantly widowed, residing in rural areas, and possessing at least a secondary level of education. Remarkably, these centenarians were found to be in good health, characterized by lower rates of chronic ailments, and elevated subjective well-being. As the World Health Organization heralds 2021-2030 as the Decade for Healthy Aging, India, poised to house the world’s largest centenarian population, stands at a pivotal juncture. Timely research and policy action are imperative to achieve these global commitments.
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Expanding Horizons: The use of AYUSH System of Medicine in India
This study explores the utilization of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) systems of medicine in India, leveraging data from the 2022-2023 National Sample Survey (NSS). The findings reveal that nearly half of the population utilizes AYUSH, with Ayurveda being the most prominent. The report highlights demographic and socioeconomic factors influencing AYUSH usage, including higher utilization among urban residents, elderly populations, and pregnant women. The study highlights the potential of AYUSH in complementing conventional medicine, especially in managing chronic diseases, and calls for increased integration and regulation within India’s healthcare system.
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Reducing Neonatal, Infant and Child Mortality: Malnutrition and Morbidity in Vulnerable Urban Slums of Kolkata
Child in Need Institute (CINI) has implemented a two-year project (2023 - present) aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes in the slum areas of three wards of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, targeting critical healthcare gaps in urban slums. The project addressed significant challenges, including a high prevalence of high-risk pregnancies (89%), nutrition-related risks (78%), and inadequate antenatal care with less than 4 ANC checkups for 49% of pregnant women
