MALARIA
India registers 'significant progress' in reducing malaria cases: WHO
India has made significant strides in reducing malaria cases and deaths, exiting the WHO's high-burden group. Community health workers, primarily women, have been instrumental in reaching remote populations. While progress is being made, global efforts continue, with a focus on equitable access to prevention and treatment, especially for vulnerable populations.
WHO certifies Egypt as malaria-free
Egypt has been certified as malaria-free by the WHO after nearly a century of efforts. This historic achievement required proving interruption of malaria transmission for three years and preventing its re-establishment. Egypt will continue vigilant efforts in sustaining this milestone.
Udhayanidhi Stalin says "Wait and see" after Pawan Kalyan took jibe at his remark on Sanatan Dharma
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan proposed a national act to protect Sanatana Dharma, suggesting a protection board and certification system to oversee temple offerings. Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin replied dismissively to Kalyan's assertion that Sanatana Dharma cannot be wiped out.
Udhayanidhi Stalin set to become Tamil Nadu deputy CM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a cabinet reshuffle, appointing his son Udhayanidhi Stalin as Deputy CM. Udhayanidhi. DMK leader Senthil Balaji, recently granted bail in a money laundering case, will be re-inducted as a minister.
Udhayanidhi Stalin becomes deputy CM in cabinet reshuffle
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a cabinet reshuffle, appointing his son Udhayanidhi Stalin as Deputy Chief Minister. Udhayanidhi, a first-time MLA, will also handle Planning and Development. Senthil Balaji is re-inducted as a minister, while K Ponmudy and Rajakannappan are reassigned. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Sunday.
RG Kar rape case: Major victory for junior doctors. Mamata Banerjee agrees to remove CP, DME and DHS
The West Bengal government has agreed to most demands of the agitating doctors over the RG Kar hospital issue. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced the removal of key officials, including the Commissioner of Police and Director of Medical Education. Further changes in Kolkata Police will be made after a Supreme Court hearing.
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Serum Institute of India's new 'high efficacy' malaria vaccine rolls out in Africa
The Serum Institute of India (SII) and Oxford University have launched a "high efficacy" malaria vaccine, R21/Matrix-M, in Cote d'Ivoire. Approved by the WHO, the vaccine is effective, affordable, and can be mass-produced quickly. SII aims to produce 100 million doses annually, pricing each at under USD 4. Initially, 656,600 doses will vaccinate 250,000 children in Cote d'Ivoire. The vaccine is also authorized in Ghana, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and the Central African Republic. It promises significant progress in combating malaria in Africa, potentially saving thousands of lives.
As monsoon sets in, respiratory, malaria drugs see demand rise
The onset of the monsoon in June led to a significant increase in sales of drugs for respiratory, anti-infective, anti-malaria, and gastrointestinal therapies. According to market researcher Pharmarack, these therapies saw double-digit growth compared to June 2023.
Zika virus cases in Maharashtra: Govt urges vigilance, focus on pregnant women screening
Zika is an Aedes mosquito-borne viral disease like dengue and chikungunya. Though non-fatal, Zika is associated with microcephaly (a condition where the head is much smaller than expected) in babies born to affected pregnant women which makes it a cause of major concern.
Monsoon Maladies: Malaria is more prevalent in the rainy season, 5 ways to stay safe
During the monsoon season, heavy rainfall and increased humidity create ideal environments for mosquito breeding, especially among Anopheles mosquitoes, notorious for transmitting malaria.
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.
SII commences shipments of malaria vaccine 'R21/Matrix-M' to Africa
Serum Institute of India (SII) commenced exporting the 'R21/Matrix-M' malaria vaccine to Africa in collaboration with the University of Oxford and Novavax. The initial shipment, directed to the Central African Republic, is part of efforts to combat malaria in endemic regions, with further doses earmarked for South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Odisha's first vaccine manufacturing plant to start production by May
According to the Odisha chief minister's office, the plant, at full capacity, will be the biggest vaccine-producing plant in the country. It is expected to produce over 15 vaccines for various diseases, including cholera and malaria.
TiE Delhi-NCR and Prayatna organise 'Malaria Hackfest'
Hackfest has invited suggestions from top tech schools in India to provide targeted solutions to fight Malaria. A maximum award of INR 5 lakhs will be given to the winner.
WHO expert panel recommends Oxford University-Serum Institute's anti-malaria vaccine
The R21/Matrix-M? malaria vaccine is an easily deployable vaccine that can be manufactured at mass scale and modest cost, enabling as many as hundreds of millions of doses to be supplied to countries which are suffering a significant malaria burden.
Oxford-Serum malaria vaccine wins WHO's recommendation
The R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine is an easily deployable vaccine that can be manufactured at mass scale at a modest cost, enabling as many as hundreds of millions of doses to be supplied to countries which are suffering a significant malaria burden, according to a news release posted on the Oxford University website.
Malaria vaccine by Oxford & Serum Institute of India gets WHO recommendation
The University of Oxford and Serum Institute of India (SII) have developed a malaria vaccine, which has been recommended for use by the World Health Organization (WHO). The R21/Matrix-M vaccine can be produced at a large scale and low cost, making it accessible to countries with a high malaria burden.
UN authorises 2nd malaria vaccine, developed by Oxford University with help from Serum Institute of India
Research suggests it is more than 75% effective and that protection is maintained for at least another year with a booster. Tedros said the shot would cost about $2 to $4 and could be available in some countries next year.
Serum Institute CEO Adar Poonawalla expects malaria vaccine supply-demand mismatch to end in 2024
"We're expecting a final WHO approval in the coming months, after which we can roll it out," Poonawalla told Reuters in an interview, adding that the company had already produced more than 20 million doses of product in anticipation of the clearance.
14-year-old Mumbai boy tests positive for malaria, leptospirosis & dengue at the same time
As per city doctors, while cases of leptospirosis are relatively less now, dengue and malaria are surging. BMC statistics released on Tuesday showed a rise in both malaria and dengue cases in August. There were 959 reported cases of malaria, an increase from 721 in July and 676 in June. Similarly, dengue cases rose to 742, from 685 in July and 353 in June. Leptospirosis cases have dropped from 413 in July to 265 in August.
New study urges to redirect infectious disease control efforts from kids to older children and adolescents
Infectious diseases cause three million deaths among children and adolescents annually, with India, Nigeria, and Pakistan having the largest disease burden, a new study in The Lancet reported. The diseases account for more than half of such deaths in low to middle-income countries since 1990.
CDC issues health alert on Malaria after cases reported in Texas and Florida
After five cases of spread of malaria by mosquitos were reported in two months in Texas and Florida, the CDC issued warning.
US issues alert after first local malaria spread in 20 years
Four malaria cases detected in Florida and one in Texas, according to US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Both Texas and Florida have issued advisory.
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