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Deaths Due To Bird Flu In China Rises To 36: WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed that four more people have died from H7N9 virus, the new strain of bird flu in China. According to a written statement issued by WHO, the death toll has rose to 36 from a total number of 131 confirmed cases in the country. May 18, 2013

India Develops Low-Cost Vaccine Against Diarrhea-Causing Rotavirus

The Indian government on Tuesday announced the development of a low-cost vaccine that is effective against the diarrhea-causing Rotavirus. The vaccine named Rotavac, will help prevent the death of over half a million children who die annually across the globe due to the illness. May 15, 2013