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The long road to a new malaria vaccine, told by the scientists behind the breakthrough – podcast

The world has waited decades for a malaria vaccine, and now two have come along in quick succession. On October 2, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended that a new malaria vaccine, R21, developed by the University of Oxford be rolled out for the prevention of malaria in children, just…

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WHO recommends Malaria vaccine made by Oxford University and Serum Institute of India

To date, the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine has been licensed for use in Ghana, Nigeria and Burkina Faso. Read further on Dynamite News

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Major step in fight against malaria as Oxford-developed vaccine approved by WHO

It is estimated that around 500,000 children die of malaria each year

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Oxford-Serum institute malaria vaccine recommended for use by WHO

WHO recommends R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine developed by Oxford and Serum Institute of India. Vaccine has met safety, quality and effectiveness standards. Serum Institute has established production capacity for 100 million doses/annum. Vaccine efficacy over 12 months is 75% at sites with high seasonal malaria transmission and 68% at sites with…

The Hindu

Cheaper, more effective malaria vaccine wins WHO approval

R21/Matrix-M vaccine, developed by the University of Oxford, is the first malaria vaccine to reach 75% efficacy target

The Guardian - UK

UN authorizes a second malaria vaccine. Experts warn it's not enough to stop the disease spreading

The World Health Organization has authorized a second malaria vaccine in a decision that could offer countries a cheaper and more effective option than the world’s first shot against the parasitic disease

The Independent UK

Do desk jobs increase dementia risk?

Earlier, young adults had no reason to worry about dementia. But growing cases of dementia among the younger population have compelled us all to shift our focus to what we have been doing wrong with our cognitive health. As per the World Health Organisation (WHO), 55 million people are currently…

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Pakistan officials consider a new way to boost polio vaccination: prison

Authorities in one province of Pakistan are turning to a controversial new tactic in the decades-long initiative to wipe out polio: prison

The Independent UK

Central government hospital steps in to bat for transpersons’ health

India's 1st dedicated transgender OPD opened at RML Hospital to promote inclusive healthcare for LGBTQ+ community. It provides free treatment, investigations, sex change surgery, endocrinology, plastic surgery, dermatology, paediatrics, and a separate washroom.

The Hindu

Why BSL-3 lab for Nipah confirmation is unnecessary

Kerala has now been allowed to use Truenat for Nipah testing, but only in BSL-2 facilities. ICMR insists on BSL-3 for confirmation, despite Truenat inactivating the virus. NIV had validated the lysis buffer and transport medium to be highly effective in inactivating the virus.

The Hindu

Dr. RML Hospital inaugurates India’s first dedicated OPD for transgenders

The OPD besides having trained medical staff also has tailor-made infrastructure aimed at making the patient comfortable while they are helped to access healthcare with dignity.

The Hindu

Kids' food plate should look like this, say Harvard experts

Children are constantly growing and developing, and they need a wide range of nutrients to support this process. Proper nutrition provides the essential building blocks, such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals, that are necessary for the development of healthy bones, muscles, organs, and tissues. Children are typically more active than…

The Times of India

Parents urged to get children vaccinated after ‘worrying’ drop in jab uptake

Experts warned a failure to ensure children are fully protected could lead to a spread of contagious diseases.

The Independent UK

Silent killer: How deadly is air pollution?

It kills 7 million people a year. New research shows it also raises antibiotic resistance and is linked to cancer risks

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The Guardian - UK

More aid money spent on clean air than fossil fuels for first time

Clean Air Fund says despite increased spending on air pollution, projects still receive less than 1% of funding

The Times of India

Obese women get severe menopausal symptoms: Study

Obesity is a serious health concern worldwide. Health agencies and experts have been urging people to follow a healthy lifestyle in order to keep their weight under control. People are being encouraged to engage in physical activity and eat healthy food. As per the World Health Organisation (WHO), more than…

The Times of India

"Vaccine almost sent me to hospital": Elon Musk on COVID vaccine third shot

Billionaire Elon Musk took to X (formerly Twitter) to share that the COVID vaccine almost landed him at the hospital. Sharing a video, from another X user, the SpaceX founder has questioned the effectiveness of the vaccine. "Have you heard disinformation?" he has captioned the video.

The Times of India

Symptoms of dengue fever and how to treat it at home

Dengue fever is a viral illness transmitted through an infected Aedes mosquito bite. Dengue poses a risk to approximately half of the global population, causing an estimated 100–400 million infections each year, as per WHO figures.

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The Independent UK

Call to ban the sale of vapes and cigarettes near schools

It comes as the Government reviews a potential outright ban on disposable e-cigarettes.

The Hindu

Traditional medicine provides health care to many around the globe – the WHO is trying to make it safer and more standardised

Traditional medicine like acupuncture, unani, Tui na and ayurveda encompasses the healing knowledge, skills and practices used by a variety of cultures and groups.

The Times of India

New study reveals most Indians prefer salty food and men consume more salt than women

A new study has found that Indians consume 8 grams of salt on a daily basis which is 3 grams more than the WHO recommendation of up to 5 grams daily. The study, published in Nature Journal, also revealed that salt intake was significantly higher in men, people who live…

Newcastle Herald

Mines targeted in dust buster campaign

La Nina conditions are starting to take a hold across the Hunter.

The Times of India

China becomes country with highest Alzheimer's patients: Report

China has become the country with the largest number of Alzheimer's patients in the world, the state-run Global Times reported. According to a report titled "Alzheimer's Patients Demand Insight Report" released in Beijing at a themed meeting, about 15.07 million people aged 60 and above in China have dementia, of…

The Times of India

Indian researchers identify circular RNA that can lead to treatment strategies against AIDS

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) identified a specific circular RNA (circRNA) called ‘ciTRAN’, which plays a crucial role in the multiplication of the AIDS-causing HIV-1 virus within the human body. HIV remains a major global public health issue and has claimed 40.4…

The Times of India

Next pandemic driven by Disease X already on its way, may kill millions more: Report

Disease X-- as the World Health Organisation (WHO) calls it-- might lead to another pandemic deadlier than the COVID pandemic we all have been dealing with since 2020.

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