The history of human progress is also a history of human disease. 🌾 As we shifted from nomadic hunters to settled farmers, our “spectrum of death” shifted from injury to infection. My new article explores the three major epidemiological transitions and what they mean for the future of global health.
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The NYC Taxi Driver Story.
I arrived at the address and honked the horn. After waiting a few minutes I honked again. Since this was going to be my last ride of my shift I thought about just driving away, but instead I put the car in park and walked up to the door and knocked.. ‘Just a minute’, answeredContinue reading “The NYC Taxi Driver Story.”
Allied Health Professionals
Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) are emerging as India’s next major employment engine, especially as recent government funding targets healthcare gaps in underserved regions. This often-overlooked sector is set to rival ITes by creating a massive surge of specialized roles in smaller towns and rural hubs. Leveraging this shift offers a strategic advantage for those lookingContinue reading “Allied Health Professionals”
Beyond the VIP: The Four Names Lost in the Fire
While the political landscape of Maharashtra shifts in the wake of the Baramati crash, a quieter, more profound tragedy is unfolding away from the cameras. In the corridors of power, the talk is of succession and seats. But in four modest homes across Thane, Mumbai, and Delhi, the talk has stopped altogether. When the charteredContinue reading “Beyond the VIP: The Four Names Lost in the Fire”
KK- A Voice that will Echo forever
This is a poignant reflection on a journey that started with a typewriter and ended with a legacy. Here is the story of KK, rearranged to highlight the cinematic irony and emotional depth of his rise and final departure.
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