CURRENT AFFAIRS

The first 1,000 days of a child's life, i.e. from birth to about three years of age, determine his future physical, mental and social capabilities. During this time, the brain develops rapidly and nutrition lays its foundation. If there is a lack of nutrition and cognitive activities during this period, then the child's educational, social and mental capabilities can be permanently affected.

Chilean actor Sebastian Solorza, who suffers from Down Syndrome, is preparing to contest the presidential election.

In July 2025, Meghalaya Health and Family Welfare Minister Majel Amparin Lyngdoh announced that the state is considering making pre-marital HIV/AIDS testing compulsory on the lines of Goa. The issue is not limited to health only, but also includes aspects like human rights, social stigma and personal freedom.

CLOVES Syndrome Awareness Day is observed every year on 3rd August.

A new blood group of the world was discovered in a 38-year-old woman of Kolar district of Karnataka, which was named 'CRIB'. This is being considered a historic achievement in hematology.

Researchers have discovered a new virus HKU5-COV-2 in China.

According to a recent research study, food shortages and malnutrition induced by climate change can affect the composition of the 'human gut microbiota'.

According to the Lancet Global Health Commission on Medical Oxygen Safety, South Asia and East Asia and the Pacific have the largest gaps in demand for medical oxygen and there is a clear and urgent need for action to improve it.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted a legally binding global pandemic treaty to strengthen international cooperation in the event of future pandemics but without the participation of the United States.

According to the Sample Registration System (SRS) Report, 2021 released by the Registrar General of the Government of India on May 7, 2025, key maternal and child health indicators are improving significantly in India.