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‘Medicine is going personalised’: Moderna’s UK boss on the coming vaccine revolution

Darius Hughes was a key figure in Pfizer’s pioneering Covid vaccine drive. Now he has changed companies – and sees a big future for mRNA technology

The Guardian - UK

'National incident' declared after measles cases soar - with some unvaccinated children forced to isolate for 3 weeks

New figures have shown an increase in measles cases in England and Wales, as MMR vaccine uptake declines

GoodToKnow

Expert issues stark measles warning after outbreaks erupt in parts of England

The rise in Measles Mumps and Rubella cases are linked to lower vaccination rates across England

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Top news of the day: Wholesale inflation rises to 0.73% in December; human vaccine trials for deadly Nipah virus launched, and more

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Oxford scientists launch first human vaccine trials for deadly Nipah virus

Nipah virus is a devastating disease that can be fatal in around 75% of cases, the researchers said. Outbreaks have occurred in countries in Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Bangladesh and India, with a recent one in Kerala in September last year, they said.

The Hindu

COVID hospitalizations double in US, low vaccine uptake raises concerns

Learn why it's crucial to remain cautious about COVID-19 despite lower death rates, the importance of boosters, and the long-term impact of long COVID.

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Health Ministry yet to take a call on beginning HPV vaccination campaign for adolescent girls

The Health Ministry maintained that it is yet to take a decision on starting a vaccination campaign against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), despite reports that it is set to offer the vaccine from the second quarter of this year.

The Hindu

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‘Disease X’ could cause the next pandemic, according to the WHO—or Ebola, SARS, or Nipah. 9 pathogens researchers are keeping a watchful eye on

'Disease X' isn't a threat yet, as far as we know. Here are nine other pandemic threats the World Health Organization is keeping a watchful eye on.

Fortune

Cholera cases soar globally amid shortage of vaccines

Resurgence classified as grade 3 emergency by WHO, with southern Africa and Haiti among those hardest hit

The Guardian - UK

Human vaccine trials begin in UK for brain swelling Nipah Virus

Nipah virus is a devastating disease that can be fatal in 75 per cent of cases

The Independent UK

OPINION - London's vaccination rates are terrible and measles is on the rise — it's time to act

Seven years ago the World Health Organisation declared that measles was “eliminated” from Britain. This was an approximation, of course — it meant jumpy public health authorities were able to catch the disease in time when it snuck in at airports or harbours. This seems like a tricky thing to…

Evening Standard

Understanding Cervical Cancer: What are the risk factors and prevention tips

Cervical cancer is one of the leading malignancies in developing countries including India. cervical cancer ranks as 3rd most common gynecological neoplasm in the United States, after uterine and ovarian cancers. In developing countries, where healthcare resources are limited, cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cause of cancer deaths…

The Times of India

Girl’s death owing to KFD intensifies need for vaccine

The recent death of an 18-year-old girl from Hosanagar taluk in a suspected case of Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) has stressed the need for a vaccine to counter the spread of the infection in Malnad region.

The Hindu

Scientists test world-first Nipah virus vaccine

It uses the same vaccine technology as the Oxford Covid jab.

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Montana fire chief who had refused vaccine mandate in Washington state charged in Jan. 6 riot

A Montana fire chief who lost a previous job over a coronavirus vaccine mandate has been charged with spraying a chemical irritant on police officers during the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021

The Hindu

IISc Bengaluru comes up with warm vaccine against current strains of SARS-CoV-2

According to IISc., while current vaccines are proven to be effective against most SARS-CoV-2 strains, their efficacy has declined due to rapid mutation by the virus.

The Hindu

Adverse reactions during routine immunisation of children to be covered under health scheme in Karnataka

Adverse events following immunisation (AEFI) is any untoward medical occurrence which follows immunisation and which does not necessarily have a relationship with the usage of the vaccine. Adverse events are categorised into minor, serious and severe.

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Rogers Faces Backlash for Spreading Anti-Vaccine Misinformation on ESPN

In this article, we delve into the ongoing feud between Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel, as Rodgers refuses to apologize for his baseless conspiracy theorie...

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The Conversation

Viruses aren't always harmful. 6 ways they're used in health care and pest control

We tend to just think of viruses in terms of their damaging impacts on human health and lives. The 1918 flu pandemic killed around 50 million people. Smallpox claimed 30% of those who caught it, and survivors were often scarred and blinded. More recently, we’re all too familiar with the…

The Independent UK

Vaccine ‘may be able to delay relapse in specific pancreatic and bowel cancers’

Avoiding relapse could also help increase rates of survival, researchers say.

Inverse

A Biochemist Reveals The One Tech That Could Revolutionize Drug Discovery

How mRNA-based drugs interact with the immune system and how they are degraded in human cells can help lead to safe, durable, and effective treatments.

The Conversation

Rabies is an ancient, unpredictable and potentially fatal disease − two rabies researchers explain how to protect yourself

A feral kitten in Omaha, Nebraska, tested positive for rabies in November 2023. It died of the raccoon variant of the virus, which is typically found only in the Appalachian Mountains. Detecting this variant hundreds of miles away in the Midwest raised concerns about a potential outbreak and launched a…

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Moderna's COVID Vaccine Sales Exceed Expectations in 2023!

In a stunning achievement, Moderna recently announced that their preliminary COVID vaccine sales for 2023 have met their target. This is fantastic news for...

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Alarming surge in measles and polio linked to migrant crisis

Medical experts are concerned about the rising cases of measles and polio in the US, pointing to immigration and vaccine hesitancy as potential causes. Pub...

The Guardian - AU

Climate and vaccine misinformation seemed worlds apart – but it turned out the Cranky Uncle was a universal figure

A game that teaches people how to spot climate misinformation is now being rolled out – with the same cantankerous central character – to combat vaccine hesitancy in the developing world

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