Dr. Dilip Mahalanabis (1934-2022): Trailblazer in Diarrheal Disease Management
Authors
Umesh Kawalkar
Community Medicine, Government Medical College (GMC) Akola, Akola, IND
Amar Mankar
Community Medicine, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
Priti Kogade
Public Health and Maternal and Child Health, National Tobacco Control Program, Public Health Department Akola, Akola, IND
Dinesh Naitam
Dentistry, Government Medical College (GMC) Akola, Akola, IND
Keywords:
cholera outbreak, oral rehydration solution, pediatrics emergency, public health and social work, historical vignette
Abstract
Dilip Mahalanabis, an esteemed Indian pediatrician, revolutionized global health through his pioneering work in combatting diarrheal diseases, particularly during the Bangladesh War of Independence in 1971. His development of oral rehydration therapy (ORT) provided a simple, cost-effective solution that significantly reduced mortality rates among cholera patients. Mahalanabis' dedication to equitable healthcare, evidenced by his leadership roles in organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), underscores his legacy as a champion for vulnerable populations. ORT's widespread adoption has democratized treatment, empowering communities and drastically reducing mortality rates associated with diarrheal diseases.
Keywords: cholera outbreak, oral rehydration solution, pediatrics emergency, public health and social work, historical vignette
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