The Latest Breaking News from NCDC

Social media can be a force for good in a crisis: lessons from Lagos

In times of crisis, it is especially crucial that governments share accurate, up to date information with their citizens. Social media can play an important role in disseminating urgent information.

The Conversation · May 16, 2022

Maharashtra to send 8,000 samples in February for genome sequencing

PUNE: The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has directed Maharashtra to target 8,000 samples for genome sequencing in month of February.

The Times of India · Feb 11, 2022

Coronavirus | Labs grapple with shortage of reagents, funds hits genome sequencing

Amid high demand for gene analysis, many of them are limiting number of COVID samples tested

The Hindu · Jan 25, 2022