Primary health

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The Story of Polio

In 2014, India was declared polio-free. It was not just the policy or the well thought-through program that was responsible for this success. It was also the dedication of lacs of frontline health workers. The author shares his experience of being part of a pulse polio drive.

Utkarsh Gautam

August 13, 2026

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What Affordable Healthcare ACTUALLY Looks Like in Rural Rajasthan

An inspiring interview with Dr. Sanjana Brahmawar Mohan and Dr. Pavitra Mohan about the remarkable work done by BHS in delivering affordable and comprehensive primary health care in rural Rajasthan.

Dr. Pavitra Mohan, Dr. Sanjana Brahmawar Mohan

June 1, 2026

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When Information Meets Trust: How Public Health Saves Lives

Real stories from rural India show how trust and information turn public health services into lifelines.

Rajesh Ram

February 23, 2026

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Beyond Hospitals, Clinics, and Messengers

Why health systems do better, and at lower cost, when they rely on strong community-based primary care.

Nachiket Mor

January 2, 2026

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A death and a beginning

A closer look at a young child’s preventable death reveals the deep, systemic failures of India’s public health system.

Anand Swaminathan

November 8, 2025

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India’s Health System Must Fit Its Burdens 

Why India’s health challenges demand precision—systems tailored to history, culture, geography, and evolving disease patterns.

Nachiket Mor

November 8, 2025