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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).

4 hours ago

Tripura: 1790 persons infected by HIV/AIDS in 2023-24

JNCASR team develops new tech for early, accurate detection of HIV

Scientists at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), an autonomous institution under the Department of Science and Technology, have developed a novel diagnostic technology to aid in the early and accurate detection of the human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) -- a retrovirus responsible for the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

2 days ago

Climate change responsible for 19 pc of rising dengue cases: Study

Amid record year for dengue infections globally, a new study has found that climate change is responsible for 19 per cent of rising dengue burden.

5 days ago

How air pollution is contributing to cancers in India

Increased exposure to carcinogens in the air is increasing the incidence of cancers of the lungs, bladder, breast, prostate, and blood, said health experts on National Cancer Awareness Day

15 days ago

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

ISRO to launch EU's Proba-3 Sun observation mission in December: Dr Jitendra Singh

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the European Union's Proba 3 Sun Observation Mission in December, said Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology

17 days ago

Indian scientists develop method to create hydrogels to boost drug delivery

Researchers from Bose Institute, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in Kolkata, have developed a new way to create hydrogels using tiny protein fragments of just five amino acids from the SARS-CoV-1 virus.

24 days ago

Long-Covid like condition common after respiratory infections: Study

Long-Covid continued illness post Covid-19 -- is common after other respiratory infections, according to a study.

25 days ago

Closely monitoring monkeypox situation, no new reported cases in India

Amid Mpox scare, Congo undertakes second phase of vaccination

Congo has launched the second phase of vaccination against mpox.

27 days ago

Polio Eradication: UNICEF pledges support for Kenya's polio immunisation programme

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has expressed commitment to supporting Kenya's national immunisation programme in eradicating the polio outbreak in the country.

28 days ago

Diarrhoea Outbreak in Andhra Pradesh: A Public Health Concern

Diarrhoea deaths prompt urgent response from Andhra Pradesh CM

Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has expressed deep concern over the death of five individuals due to diarrhoea in the Vizianagaram district. The unfortunate incident occurred over the span of two days, prompting the Chief Minister to call for an immediate review of the situation.

Oct 16, 2024

Kerala: Yellow alert in 6 districts; rain, thunderstorm till October 11

Kerala under Yellow Alert: Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in 6 districts until October 11

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has recently issued a yellow alert for six districts in Kerala, indicating the possibility of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms from October 6 to October 11. The districts under alert include Idukki, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod.

Oct 6, 2024

Dengue cases surge in Bihar, 55 reported in last 24 hours

WHO Unveils Global Strategy to Combat Dengue, Arboviral Diseases

The WHO has launched a plan to tackle the surge in dengue and other Aedes-borne arboviral diseases.The Global Strategic Preparedness, Readiness, and Response Plan (SPRP) aims to foster a globally coordinated response.Around four billion people worldwide are at risk of infection from arboviruses, a number projected to increase to five billion by 2050. The SPRP plan comprises emergency coordination, collaborative surveillance, community protection, safe and scalable care, and access to countermeasures.

Oct 3, 2024

Latest Genome Editing Breakthroughs Offer Hope for Glaucoma Patients Worldwide

Glaucoma treatments focus on lowering intraocular pressure through medication, laser therapy, or surgery.

Sep 27, 2024

Efficacy of Mpox Vaccine Wanes Within a Year, Studies Reveal

The escalating global Mpox outbreak has been met with a concerning revelation. Two distinct studies have indicated that the efficacy of Bavarian Nordic's vaccine, known as Modified Vaccinia Ankara-Bavarian Nordic (MVA-BN), appears to diminish to undetectable levels within a span of 6 to 12 months.

Sep 22, 2024

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