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Suspected militants launched a ruthless attack on a team of polio workers in northwestern Pakistan, killing a police officer who was guarding the team. This brutal assault is the latest in a series of targeted killings of health workers and police officers, with over 200 polio workers and their protectors
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Across the Eastern Mediterranean Region, millions of children are growing up with no protection against deadly but preventable diseases. These zero-dose children -- more than 14.3 million between 2019 and 2024 -- have yet to receive a single routine vaccine. Safe, effective and affordable vaccines have been available for
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As the world continues to inch closer to eradicating polio, a preventable disease that has devastated communities for centuries, Rotary's unwavering dedication remains a beacon of hope. With a staggering $2.9 billion contributed to the fight against polio since launching its PolioPlus program in 1985, Rotary'
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Researchers from the ICAR - National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics (NIVEDI) have conducted a comprehensive study on the molecular mechanisms underlying host-pathogen interactions during natural infection versus vaccine-induced immunity in goats. The study, published in the journal Virus Genes, utilized comparative transcriptomic analysis and machine learning to
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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav formally launched the three-day Pulse Polio Immunization Campaign in Bhopal, urging all parents to ensure that their children receive the polio vaccine to safeguard their health and well-being. The campaign aims to vaccinate over 39.19 lakh children across 18 districts, with over 64,
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A recent study published in BMC Oral Health has found that co-infection of Human papillomavirus (HPV) and Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is associated with oral and oropharyngeal cancers in Nigeria. The research, conducted by a team of scientists at the University of Ibadan, examined the prevalence and risk factors for oral
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Research out of the Department of Pathology has provided new insights into the efficacy of vaccines in preventing cancer caused by oncogenic viruses, including the hepatitis B virus. According to a study published in the journal Vaccines, prophylactic vaccines against HPV and HBV have been highly effective in preventing and
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A new study published in the journal Vaccine has shed light on the effectiveness of Ingelvac PRRS MLV vaccines in conferring partial protection against heterologous wild type challenge of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS). The research, conducted by a team of scientists at Iowa State University, utilized a combination
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Hyderabad, known for its thriving IT industry, needs to shift its focus from being a service-based economy to becoming a hub for research and innovation-driven products to stay competitive globally. According to panellists at a recent discussion, the city has the necessary talent, capital, and infrastructure to support larger companies,
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The Department of Disease Control (DDC) in Thailand has issued a statement reassuring the public about the safety and effectiveness of all vaccines used in the country. Citing rigorous testing and international standards, the DDC director-general, Dr Panumas Yanawetsakul, dismissed online claims that vaccines are unnecessary or harmful. He emphasized
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Pakistani girls are being denied protection against cervical cancer due to widespread misinformation and conspiracy theories surrounding the HPV vaccine. A campaign aimed at administering jabs to 11 million girls has been marred by false claims that the vaccine causes infertility and disrupts hormones, with only around half the intended
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Pakistan's nationwide HPV vaccination campaign was launched in September, aiming to target girls aged 9 to 14 and align with the World Health Organization's global goal to eliminate cervical cancer by 2030. However, the initiative was quickly met with a wave of misinformation, conspiracy theories, and
