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Federal government withdraws support for mRNA vaccine development

Houston: In a move that could significantly alter the trajectory of biomedical research in the United States, the federal government has announced it will end funding for several vaccine development projects involving messenger RNA (mRNA) technology. This decision, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., marks a pivot in the government's health strategy, opting instead to channel funding through BARDA, the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Author

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07 Aug 2025 10:45 AM

Federal government withdraws support for mRNA vaccine development

Houston: In a move that could significantly alter the trajectory of biomedical research in the United States, the federal government has announced it will end funding for several vaccine development projects involving messenger RNA (mRNA) technology. This decision, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., marks a pivot in the government's health strategy, opting instead to channel funding through BARDA, the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Author

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Measles Outbreak Spreads in Kentucky as US Cases Near 30-Year High

Kentucky has confirmed its first measles outbreak of 2025, joining a growing list of states across the United States battling resurgent infections of a disease that had once been declared eliminated. As of early July, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 1,267 confirmed measles cases nationally, placing the country on the verge of its highest annual case count in more than three decades. The outbreak in Kentucky involves four confirmed cases in Fayette and W

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04 Jul 2025 08:07 AM

Measles Outbreak Spreads in Kentucky as US Cases Near 30-Year High

Kentucky has confirmed its first measles outbreak of 2025, joining a growing list of states across the United States battling resurgent infections of a disease that had once been declared eliminated. As of early July, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 1,267 confirmed measles cases nationally, placing the country on the verge of its highest annual case count in more than three decades. The outbreak in Kentucky involves four confirmed cases in Fayette and W

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NB.1.8.1 Covid Variant Spreads Fast, Evades Immunity

A new Covid-19 subvariant, NB.1.8.1, is drawing the attention of global health agencies due to its rapid spread and apparent ability to partially evade immune defences. This Omicron lineage strain is now spreading across multiple regions including India, China, Thailand, and several European countries, prompting increased surveillance by the World Health Organization (WHO). NB.1.8.1 has been categorized as a “variant under monitoring” by WHO, which means it carries genet

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30 May 2025 05:54 AM

NB.1.8.1 Covid Variant Spreads Fast, Evades Immunity

A new Covid-19 subvariant, NB.1.8.1, is drawing the attention of global health agencies due to its rapid spread and apparent ability to partially evade immune defences. This Omicron lineage strain is now spreading across multiple regions including India, China, Thailand, and several European countries, prompting increased surveillance by the World Health Organization (WHO). NB.1.8.1 has been categorized as a “variant under monitoring” by WHO, which means it carries genet

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New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 From China Detected in US

A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, originally identified in China, has now reached the United States, prompting concern among health officials due to its rapid spread and high transmissibility. Detected first in travelers arriving between March and April in states including California, New York, Washington, Virginia, and Hawaii, the variant has since appeared in Ohio and Rhode Island, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The variant has become dominant i

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28 May 2025 01:19 AM

New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 From China Detected in US

A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, originally identified in China, has now reached the United States, prompting concern among health officials due to its rapid spread and high transmissibility. Detected first in travelers arriving between March and April in states including California, New York, Washington, Virginia, and Hawaii, the variant has since appeared in Ohio and Rhode Island, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The variant has become dominant i

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New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 Spreads Across U.S. States

A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is now emerging in the United States after becoming dominant in China and causing a significant rise in cases across Asia. U.S. health officials, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are monitoring the variant closely as scientists continue to analyze whether NB.1.8.1 poses greater risks in terms of transmission, severity, and resistance to existing vaccines. The variant was initially identified in Asia, particularly in Ch

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23 May 2025 22:01 PM

New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 Spreads Across U.S. States

A new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is now emerging in the United States after becoming dominant in China and causing a significant rise in cases across Asia. U.S. health officials, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are monitoring the variant closely as scientists continue to analyze whether NB.1.8.1 poses greater risks in terms of transmission, severity, and resistance to existing vaccines. The variant was initially identified in Asia, particularly in Ch

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FDA names Vinay Prasad as head of CBER, known for bold public health views

Vinay Prasad, a renowned oncologist-hematologist, has been appointed as the new director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This division of the FDA is charged with overseeing the evaluation and approval of critical biologic products, including vaccines, blood derivatives, and select gene-based therapies. Prasad’s appointment comes at a time when the FDA remains under public and political scrutiny for its handling of

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08 May 2025 06:55 AM

FDA names Vinay Prasad as head of CBER, known for bold public health views

Vinay Prasad, a renowned oncologist-hematologist, has been appointed as the new director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This division of the FDA is charged with overseeing the evaluation and approval of critical biologic products, including vaccines, blood derivatives, and select gene-based therapies. Prasad’s appointment comes at a time when the FDA remains under public and political scrutiny for its handling of

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Rabies Prevention in India: Why Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) is Essential After Dog Bites

Rabies is a deadly viral infection that spreads through the saliva of infected animals, with dogs accounting for 99% of human rabies cases worldwide. Despite a reduction in rabies-related deaths in recent years, a Lancet study reveals that 5,726 human rabies deaths occur in India annually. The fatal nature of rabies makes immediate medical intervention crucial after potential exposure. Why Immediate Medical Help is Vital Rabies has a 100% f

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12 Mar 2025 08:24 AM

Rabies Prevention in India: Why Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) is Essential After Dog Bites

Rabies is a deadly viral infection that spreads through the saliva of infected animals, with dogs accounting for 99% of human rabies cases worldwide. Despite a reduction in rabies-related deaths in recent years, a Lancet study reveals that 5,726 human rabies deaths occur in India annually. The fatal nature of rabies makes immediate medical intervention crucial after potential exposure. Why Immediate Medical Help is Vital Rabies has a 100% f

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10 Common Myths About HPV Vaccination Debunked

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a widespread viral infection with over 200 strains, some of which can cause serious health problems, including various cancers and genital warts. The HPV vaccine is a preventive tool, designed to protect individuals from the most harmful strains of the virus. Despite its proven effectiveness, several myths about the vaccine persist. This article takes a closer look at 10 of the most common myths surrounding the HPV vaccine and provides evidence-based facts to cle

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15 Jan 2025 11:11 AM

10 Common Myths About HPV Vaccination Debunked

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a widespread viral infection with over 200 strains, some of which can cause serious health problems, including various cancers and genital warts. The HPV vaccine is a preventive tool, designed to protect individuals from the most harmful strains of the virus. Despite its proven effectiveness, several myths about the vaccine persist. This article takes a closer look at 10 of the most common myths surrounding the HPV vaccine and provides evidence-based facts to cle

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Bill Gates Faces Backlash Over India "Laboratory" Comment and Vaccine Trial

Bill Gates has found himself at the center of controversy following remarks he made during a podcast with LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman. Gates referred to India as "a kind of laboratory to try things," which has sparked significant backlash, particularly in India. The comments, which were intended to highlight India's progress and its partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, have drawn attention to a controversial 2009 clinical trial funded by the Gates Found

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03 Dec 2024 01:37 AM

Bill Gates Faces Backlash Over India "Laboratory" Comment and Vaccine Trial

Bill Gates has found himself at the center of controversy following remarks he made during a podcast with LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman. Gates referred to India as "a kind of laboratory to try things," which has sparked significant backlash, particularly in India. The comments, which were intended to highlight India's progress and its partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, have drawn attention to a controversial 2009 clinical trial funded by the Gates Found

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Federal government withdraws support for mRNA vaccine development

Federal government withdraws support for mRNA vaccine development

Measles Outbreak Spreads in Kentucky as US Cases Near 30-Year High

Measles Outbreak Spreads in Kentucky as US Cases Near 30-Year High

NB.1.8.1 Covid Variant Spreads Fast, Evades Immunity

NB.1.8.1 Covid Variant Spreads Fast, Evades Immunity

New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 From China Detected in US

New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 From China Detected in US

New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 Spreads Across U.S. States

New COVID Variant NB.1.8.1 Spreads Across U.S. States

FDA names Vinay Prasad as head of CBER, known for bold public health views

FDA names Vinay Prasad as head of CBER, known for bold public health views

Rabies Prevention in India: Why Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) is Essential After Dog Bites

Rabies Prevention in India: Why Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG) is Essential After Dog Bites

10 Common Myths About HPV Vaccination Debunked

10 Common Myths About HPV Vaccination Debunked

Bill Gates Faces Backlash Over India "Laboratory" Comment and Vaccine Trial

Bill Gates Faces Backlash Over India "Laboratory" Comment and Vaccine Trial

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