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How to identify rare diseases from public health perspective
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Case Description
Rare diseases are often difficult to identify because they affect a small percentage of the population. Public health professionals play an important role in identifying rare diseases. Early identification of rare diseases can lead to better treatment outcomes. Rare diseases may have a genetic...
Case Summary
- Rare diseases are infrequent conditions affecting a small proportion of the population, with definitions varying across countries. WHO defines it as affecting one or less in 1,000-2,000 people. While individually rare, collectively, these diseases impact millions worldwide and constitute a significant public health burden.
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Dr. Umashankar
Professor and Managing Director Arogyati Private Limited, BangloreDr.Umashankar Subramanian is an Academician, Entrepreneur, Administrator and Mentor. He graduated BHMS from Government Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital Bangalore, and Masters in Public Health from University of South Florida, Tampa, USA. He has 17 years of experience in homeopathic clinical practice and public health. He is Former Principal of Padmashree School of Public Health. He is Chairman, Scientific Committee, Government Homoeopathic Medical College, Karnataka and also Vice President: National Association of Palliative care and Integrated Medicine, Karnataka Chapter. He presented papers at national and international conferences, and also published papers in national and international journals.
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