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Advanced H5N1 kit to help in early, rapid detection of bird flu

Advanced H5N1 kit to help in early, rapid detection of bird flu

Amid rising threats of bird flu killing hundreds of birds and also spilling over to some mammals and even humans, a global research team on Friday announced Steadfast, an advanced diagnostic kit for detecting the highly pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus (AIV). 9 hours ago
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WHO Urges Vaccination For 17 Newly Identified Endemic Pathogens

The WHO identified 17 endemic pathogens that urgently require vaccines, including Group A streptococcus and Klebsiella pneumoniae. The study also emphasizes the need for vaccines for HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis, which collectively claim nearly 2.5 million lives each year. 16 days ago
WHO launches global plan to fight dengue, Aedes-borne arboviral diseases

Tamil Nadu braces for Dengue and Malaria Amid Northeast Monsoon

As the northeast monsoon sets in, the Tamil Nadu Health Department has issued a public warning to its residents about the potential spread of diseases such as dengue, malaria, leptospirosis, and influenza. This warning comes in the wake of a significant increase in dengue cases in the state since January 2024, with a recorded 18,000 cases. Oct 21, 2024
World Sepsis Day

Sepsis: A Global Health Crisis Demanding Immediate Action

Sepsis, a life-threatening condition triggered by an infection, has been a global health concern for years. The urgency of addressing this issue is highlighted annually on World Sepsis Day, which falls on September 13. Sep 13, 2024
Mpox

Can Mpox virus spread through air; what precautions you must take?

The Mpox virus, a zoonotic disease primarily found in the tropical rainforest areas of central and west Africa, has been causing concern among health experts worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current outbreak, which has seen over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths, a global health emergency. Aug 21, 2024
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