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UP: Two animals of Kanpur zoo test positive for bird flu; disinfection car
Updated : 10 months ago IST
As per an official statement, the zoo has taken scientific biosafety measures and carried out disinfection, and started serosurveillance to map the animal's antibody levels against infectious disease.
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WHO reinforces commitment to protect children from vaccine-preventable dis
Updated : 10 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Children protected against infectious diseases have better educational attainment and contribute more to national development and prosperity.
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New study explains how antidepressants can protect against infections, sep
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Antidepressants, such as Prozac, are routinely used to treat mental health issues, but recent research reveals they may also protect against major infections and life-threatening sepsis. Scientists at the Salk Institute have now discovered how medications regulate the immune system and prote
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Illegal immigration disrupting Delhi's economy, causing "notable increase
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The 114-page report titled - Illegal Immigrants to Delhi: Analysing Socio-economic and Political Consequences also mentioned that Illegal immigration has heightened the risk of public health crises, as overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions in migrant settlements contribute to the s
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"Antimicrobial resistance remains a major threat to global health," says W
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
AMR remains a major threat to global health, affecting the effectiveness of life-saving medicines and the management of infectious diseases worldwide
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Pakistan: Over 100 children die due to Diphtheria in Karachi amid lack of
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
According to Sindh's health officials, last year 140 cases were received by Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital and 52 of them could not survive.
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Dengue cases continue to rise in Nepal as monsoon recedes
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Sukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital (STIDH), government run oldest infectious disease treatment facility of the Himalayan Nation is recording a surge in Dengue
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New research on TB could change how we treat inflammatory disorders
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Tuberculosis is a perplexing disease. It is the largest cause of mortality from infectious disease worldwide, however, it is believed that such deaths account for just around 5 per cent of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) infections. Antibiotics can be credited with saving the lives of some
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Ex-director of National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Antho
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, US, Dr. Anthony Fauci is recovering well after hospitalisation for the West Nile virus, reported CNN.
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The book 'World of Vaccinology 2024' released
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], August 20: "Awareness of vaccination is essential among the vulnerable sections of society," said Arif Mohammad Khan, Governor of Kerala. He was speaking at the release of the book 'World of Vaccinology 2024', co-authored by Dr M.I. Sahadulla, Chairman an
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Smartwatches may prevent future pandemics, Israeli researchers say
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Physiological sensors in smartwatches can detect infectious diseases days before symptoms appear, potentially averting future pandemics, Israeli researchers said.
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India, Denmark hold 4-day event to strengthen cooperation in fields of inf
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
India and Denmark in Monday started a four-day bilateral dialogue between the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India and Statens Serum Institute (SSI), Ministry of the Interior and Health of Denmark, in New Delhi.
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