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Texas House approves ban on COVID-19 vaccine mandates by private employers

Violations could bring a $50,000 fine under an amendment adopted Wednesday. The bill’s sponsor said the ban would be the strongest in the nation.

The Texas Tribune

Crack vaccine research we did on rats could help babies of mothers who use cocaine – and reduce addiction

The most recent statistics put the number of regular cocaine or crack cocaine users in the world at 20 million. Of these, one in four will become addicted or develop use disorders.

The Conversation

A new RSV shot could help protect babies this winter — if they can get it in time

Hospitals were overwhelmed last winter by a surge in pediatric cases of RSV. Now a new monoclonal antibody shot could help, but price and supply issues are causing delays in getting it to infants.

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NHS England to investigate why dead people invited for Covid and flu jabs

Exclusive: Social media users report receiving ‘priority’ vaccine letters for relatives who died years ago

The Guardian - UK

TDP-Jana Sena alliance is a vaccine to eliminate pest called YSRCP, says Pawan Kalyan

Jana Sena Party Chief K. Pawan Kalyan and TDP General Secretary Nara Lokesh have formed an alliance in Rajamahendravaram to contest the 2024 assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh. Mr. Pawan Kalyan stated that the alliance is a vaccine to eliminate YSR Congress party and will guarantee welfare, development and security…

The Hindu

Breakthroughs in medicine: top virologist on the two most important developments for Africa

There have been several important breakthroughs in medical science recently. Crispr, mRNA, next-generation cancer treatments and game-changing vaccines are some of them. Oyewale Tomori, a virologist with decades-long involvement in managing diseases in Nigeria, gives his verdict on the most significant discoveries and what they mean for Africa.

The Conversation

Mosquito-borne illness reaches U.S. soil

Climate change and urbanization is spreading dengue and malaria across the U.S. and Europe. Can we brace ourselves?

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As winter nears, some parents are still searching for the new pediatric COVID shot

In LA and elsewhere, some parents are having trouble finding the new pediatric COVID shot, especially for those under 5. Not all pediatricians or pharmacies have it, even if vaccines.gov says they do.

WEKU

Why is Covid-19 Still Affecting the Healthcare Industry?

Back in May, the World Health Organization declared an end to the global Public Health Emergency for Covid-19. Despite the end of the pandemic, however, the healthcare industry is still feeling its effects. Vaccine makers and pharmacy chains are seeing a steep decline in the number of people getting Covid...

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Takeaways from AP's reporting on who gets hurt by RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine work

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The Independent UK

COVID-19 vaccine mandates have come and mostly gone in the US – an ethicist explains why their messy rollout matters for trust in public health

Ending pandemics is a social decision, not scientific. Governments and organizations rely on social, cultural and political considerations to decide when to officially declare the end of a pandemic. Ideally, leaders try to minimize the social, economic and public health burden of removing emergency restrictions while maximizing potential benefits.

The Conversation

Beyond COVID vaccines: what else could mRNA technology do for our health?

Many people first became familiar with the term “mRNA” when Pfizer’s and Moderna’s COVID vaccines were rolled out. In the simplest terms, mRNA, which stands for messenger ribonucleic acid, is a type of genetic material that gives cells in our bodies instructions to make specific proteins.

The Conversation

From TB to kala-azar: Apex health body’s journal projects Mann Ki Baat impact, with sketchy evidence

For far too long, public health research has either ruled out strong evidence or suggested mixed results for the impact of media messaging on the behaviour change required to tackle several health problems.

Newslaundry

How soon after Covid can I get a booster?

High-risk individuals—such as older adults—may not need to wait as long as those who are less likely to develop severe disease

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New vaccine expected to give endangered California condors protection against deadly bird flu

Wildlife officials say antibodies found in early results of a historic new vaccine trial are expected to give endangered California condors at least partial protection from the deadliest strain of avian influenza in U.S. history

The Hindu

How many stray dogs are there in Bengaluru and how are they to be kept under check?

According to the data available with the BBMP, till September 2023, 15,000 dog bites have been reported through its helpline and it is bound to increase by the year-end.

The Hindu

First tilapia parvovirus reported in Tamil Nadu

For 1st time in India, TiPV found in Walajah ponds, causing 30-50% mortality in farm & 100% in lab. Research team led by Dr. Sahul Hameed found virus & validated by 3 institutes. Research for vaccine to prevent loss & spread of virus must be initiated immediately.

The Texas Tribune

Ban on COVID vaccine mandates by private businesses, including health care facilities, passes Texas Senate

The bill offers no exceptions for doctors’ offices, clinics or other health facilities. Senators agreed to let those entities require unvaccinated employees to wear personal protective gear or take other “reasonable” measures to manage the spread.

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Mary Lou Retton’s life-threatening battle with pneumonia is proof the condition doesn’t just strike the old and the young. Here’s how to protect yourself

The respiratory illness most commonly affects the young and the elderly. But it can still pose a risk to the relatively young like Retton, who is 55, experts tell Fortune.

The Hindu

Nipah infection possible in more places in Southeast Asia, says Nature article

Nipah virus reservoirs in SE Asia, India may cause cross-species transmission to humans. Early detection systems needed. Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, China, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka have bat populations exposed to Nipah. Lack of treatment options, need for antivirals, monoclonal antibodies, vaccines in clinical trials. Virological, immunological factors to…

The Independent UK

Fresh warning to pregnant women to get Covid vaccine after dozens of deaths

Risk of future deaths of pregnant women from winter viruses without action, researchers warns

The Conversation

Horseshoe crab blood is vital for testing intravenous drugs, but new synthetic alternatives could mean pharma won't bleed this unique species dry

If you have ever gotten a vaccine or received an intravenous drug and did not come down with a potentially life-threatening fever, you can thank a horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus).

The Conversation

Vaccines against COVID-19, the seasonal flu and RSV are our best chance of preventing a winter surge

As cold and flu season ramps up, health care experts are once again on high alert for the possibility of a tripledemic, or a surge brought on by the respiratory viruses that cause COVID-19, the flu and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. The good news is that this year, health…

Fortune

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla wants to tap 'Chinese science' as the drug company looks for a new target after COVID

Bourla hopes to bring the same speed in developing a COVID vaccine to discovering new cancer treatments.

Evening Standard

Nasal vaccine could offer protection against Strep A

Jab has potential to be ‘world first’ in treating deadly bacteria

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