VACCINATION PROGRAM
Sudha Murthy advocates for cervical cancer vaccination, promotes domestic tourism in Rajya Sabha
Sudha Murty Rajya Sabha (Google Trends): Sudha Murty advocated for a government-sponsored cervical cancer vaccination program for girls aged nine to 14 in her maiden Rajya Sabha speech. She emphasized prevention and highlighted the feasibility of scaling up vaccinations, drawing parallels with the COVID-19 drive. Murty also promoted domestic tourism, urging recognition of Indian heritage sites as World Heritage Sites to boost tourism revenue.
Sudha Murty calls for govt-backed Cervical Cancer Vaccine Program in her maiden parliamentary speech
Philanthropist and author Sudha Murty on Tuesday pressed for a government-sponsored vaccination programme to combat cervical cancer. In her maiden speech in the Rajya Sabha, she also pitched for promoting domestic tourism. Murty was nominated by the ...
SII, the world’s largest vaccine maker, sees demand doubling in five years
Serum Institute of India Pvt. is gearing up to meet the growing demand for life-saving vaccines, with expectations to double sales in the next five years. The world's largest vaccine maker, based in Pune, currently has the capacity to produce 3 billion doses annually but only sells about half of that. CEO Adar Poonawalla is optimistic about the increasing uptake of vaccines globally as countries boost their healthcare budgets.
Whooping cough spreading in China, 13 deaths in 2 months. Symptoms and if a vaccine is there
China experienced a significant surge in whooping cough cases in the first two months of 2024, with 32,380 cases reported compared to 1,421 in the same period in 2023. The disease, caused by Bordetella pertussis, can lead to severe complications.
Polio Immunization Program extends support to Myanmarese children in Manipur relief camps
The National Immunization Day, Intensified Pulse Polio Immunization Program 2024 was initiated in Manipur's Kamjong district to provide healthcare services to Myanmarese children seeking refuge. The program targets approximately 3.5 lakh children. It emphasizes the crucial role of the media in spreading awareness and timely administration of vaccines as a collective responsibility.
Takeda, Biological E enter manufacturing pact to produce 50 million doses of Dengue vaccine
Japanese drug giant Takeda has partnered with Indian vaccine maker Biological E (BE) to manufacture its Dengue vaccine. BE will increase its manufacturing capacity to up to 50 million doses a year, supporting Takeda's goal to produce 100 million doses annually by 2030. The collaboration leverages Takeda's existing facility in Germany and its partnership with IDT Biologika GmbH.
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Poonam Pandey: Every 2 minutes one woman dies of cervical cancer. Vaccine cost, symptoms and treatment
Actress and model Poonam Pandey, known for her debut film 'Nasha' and participation in Kangana Ranaut's reality show 'Lock Upp', allegedly passed away at 32 due to cervical cancer. The shocking news has saddened the entertainment industry. Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women and the second most common in India. It can be prevented with the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine.
In a tough year on land, drones give Ukraine some success at sea
In a darkened warehouse, dozens of speedboats painted gray and black, making them harder to spot at sea and at night, rested on dollies in various stages of assembly. Some were rigged only with cameras, for reconnaissance, some built with mechanisms to drop mines into the path of Russian ships. Most were equipped with triggers on their noses -- three small rubber balls on springs -- to detonate high explosives.
Life after Covid turns rocky for reshaped health-care businesses like Pfizer to Moderna
The waning of the COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping the healthcare industry once again. Vaccine makers and pharmacy chains are seeing a decline in the number of people getting COVID shots, while makers of at-home rapid tests are going out of business. Companies that produced personal protective equipment have also shut down. The shift in demand is evident as Pfizer cuts $9 billion from its annual sales forecast due to declining demand for its COVID shots. While some healthcare businesses are benefiting from the return of routine checkups and procedures, others are feeling the pressure to adjust their expectations.
New Pfizer and Moderna Covid boosters now available nationwide, US resumes free testing program
Pfizer and Moderna Covid boosters are now available at pharmacies in the US, while the country has also reinstated its free Covid test program. The CDC and FDA recommend a single dose of the updated vaccine for individuals aged six months and older, with some children eligible for up to three doses. The CDC estimates that the Eris variant is responsible for nearly 30% of Covid cases in the US. Health authorities advise continued mask use to reduce transmission. It is important to seek testing if symptoms of Covid are experienced, and to isolate if testing positive.
Germany’s BioNTech revises plans for African vaccine factory network
In a potential blow for Africa’s hopes of greater vaccine self-reliance, the German biotech company is currently not moving forward with a plan for a manufacturing facility in South Africa, according to people familiar with the project, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential information.
No proof YouTube promoted anti-vaccine content amid Covid-19: Study
The study, published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, examined if YouTube's recommendation system acted as a "rabbit hole," leading users searching for vaccine-related videos to anti-vaccine content.
UAE: Children will not be allowed in schools if vaccination certificates not updated on AlHosn app
The UAE will use the upgraded AlHosn app to track children's vaccinations, and those without updated vaccination records will not be allowed in schools, a top health official said. The app includes comprehensive vaccination records for children from birth to 18 years and aims to achieve a higher percentage of child vaccination coverage nationwide. The UAE government is committed to leveraging smart technologies and applications to ensure optimal health coverage and sustain high vaccination rates.
Transforming mosquitoes from foes to friends in the battle against dengue fever; Everything explained
In Honduras, where 10,000 people are known to be sickened by dengue each year, Doctors Without Borders is partnering with the mosquito program over the next six months to release close to 9 million mosquitoes carrying the Wolbachia bacteria.
Is US getting new Covid vaccine? Here’s President Joe Biden's bold plan for mandatory immunization
US President Biden has introduced a proactive strategy aimed at securing additional funding from Congress to support the development of a groundbreaking COVID-19 vaccine.
Covid 19 vaccines' updated versions to be available in US market in September, say CDC, FDA officials. Check age limit, where to get
Covid-19 vaccines' updated versions will be available in the US by mid-September and will be distributed through the commercial market, CDC, FDA officials revealed.
4 confirmed cases of Powassan Virus emerge in Connecticut — Nature, symptoms and impact
Health authorities in Connecticut have announced the identification of four verified instances of the Powassan virus, an illness transmitted by ticks that has raised alarm among locals.
CEPI to fund Gennova's self amplifying mRNA vaccine against Disease X
The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and Gennova Biopharmaceuticals have announced a new funding agreement to develop vaccine candidates against unknown pathogenic threats with the particular development of saRNA vaccines that use the body's own machinery to make antigenic protein.
Microsoft’s media literacy program aims to empower internet users against online misinformation
The stakes are high. Misinformation on sites like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube has been blamed for encouraging political polarisation, undermining trust in democratic institutions and promoting vaccine opposition, election denialism and violent extremism.
One-shot chikungunya vaccine found safe, effective in first phase 3 trial: Lancet study
"This could be the first chikungunya vaccine available for people living in endemic regions, as well as for travellers to endemic areas or areas at risk for an upcoming outbreak," said study lead author, Martina Schneider, Clinical Strategy Manager at Valneva.
G7 plans new vaccine program for developing nations -Yomiuri
The Group of Seven (G7) rich nations is set to agree on establishing a new program to distribute vaccines to developing countries at next week's summit of leaders, Japan's Yomiuri newspaper said on Saturday. In addition to the G7, G20 nations such as India and international groups such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank will participate, it added, citing Japanese government sources.
World Vaccination Day: How to register your newborn for free government vaccines
As the world celebrates World Vaccination Day, India's Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) continues to play a vital role in protecting newborns and young children from life-threatening diseases. The UIP provides free vaccines to newborns, ensuring that they are protected against diseases such as tuberculosis, hepatitis B, polio, and pneumococcal disease, among others.
India's first at-home cervical cancer screening test coming soon
Cervical cancer is the second most frequent disease among women in India, after breast cancer, despite the fact that it is mostly avoidable with vaccination.
Amazon axes 'Smile' charity program, citing limited impact
Amazon is shutting down an in-house charity that gave customers the opportunity to direct a small amount of their purchases to a wide range of nonprofits, from large hospitals to modest horse farms, saying the impact "was often spread too thin."
Over 1.54 lakh sub, primary health centers transformed into Ayushman Bharat-Health and Wellness Centers: Mansukh Mandaviya
"For the first-time health is being linked with the agenda of development under a holistic approach undertaken by the union government. The pandemic period has provided us an opportunity to strengthen our healthcare infrastructure and delivery systems," Mandaviya said. The MSG is the apex decision-making body of NHM that takes decisions on policies and program implementation under the Mission.
No time limit set for operationalisation of Covid vaccination centres: Govt
In a letter to states and UTs, additional secretary in the Union Health Ministry, Manohar Agnani, said there is an impression that Covid Vaccination Centres (CVCS) can operate only from 8 am to 8 pm daily.
Covid-19: Where a vast global vaccination program COVAX went wrong
Known as COVAX, the program was supposed to be a global powerhouse, a multibillion-dollar alliance of international health bodies and nonprofits that would ensure through sheer buying power that poor countries received vaccines as quickly as the rich. "COVAX hasn't failed, but it is failing, said Dr. Ayoade Alakija, a co-chair of the African Union's vaccine delivery program.
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