Global Polio Eradication: A Success Story of Science and Collaboration
The development of the polio vaccine in the U.S. and subsequent global eradication efforts, spearheaded by Rotary International, have reduced polio cases by 99% since 1988, showcasing the power of scientific innovation and international collaboration.
Global Polio Eradication: A Success Story of Science and Collaboration
The development of the polio vaccine in the U.S. and subsequent global eradication efforts, spearheaded by Rotary International, have reduced polio cases by 99% since 1988, showcasing the power of scientific innovation and international collaboration.
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Global AIDS Initiatives Save Millions, but Child Disparities Persist
Global health programs have drastically reduced AIDS-related deaths from 2.1 million in 2004 to 630,000 today, saving over 65 million lives; however, disparities in child testing and treatment access remain a significant challenge.
Global AIDS Initiatives Save Millions, but Child Disparities Persist
Global health programs have drastically reduced AIDS-related deaths from 2.1 million in 2004 to 630,000 today, saving over 65 million lives; however, disparities in child testing and treatment access remain a significant challenge.
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Russia Announces Free Personalized Cancer Vaccine for 2025 Rollout
Russia's health ministry announced a free, personalized cancer vaccine for patients, launching in early 2025, addressing the nation's rising cancer rates exceeding 635,000 cases in 2022, using RNA technology similar to Western approaches.
Russia Announces Free Personalized Cancer Vaccine for 2025 Rollout
Russia's health ministry announced a free, personalized cancer vaccine for patients, launching in early 2025, addressing the nation's rising cancer rates exceeding 635,000 cases in 2022, using RNA technology similar to Western approaches.
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Avian Flu: US Egg Shortage and Pandemic Preparedness
Avian flu, causing a US egg shortage impacting vaccine production, has seen mammal-to-mammal transmission in cows leading to mild human infections; however, a single mutation could make it easily transmissible between humans.
Avian Flu: US Egg Shortage and Pandemic Preparedness
Avian flu, causing a US egg shortage impacting vaccine production, has seen mammal-to-mammal transmission in cows leading to mild human infections; however, a single mutation could make it easily transmissible between humans.
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VaxSen Receives $45 Million to Expand Vaccine Production in Senegal
VaxSen, Institut Pasteur de Dakar's vaccine entity, secured $45 million from the DFC, AfDB, and IFC to expand vaccine production at its Madiba facility in Diamniadio, Senegal, addressing global shortages and boosting Africa's health security.
VaxSen Receives $45 Million to Expand Vaccine Production in Senegal
VaxSen, Institut Pasteur de Dakar's vaccine entity, secured $45 million from the DFC, AfDB, and IFC to expand vaccine production at its Madiba facility in Diamniadio, Senegal, addressing global shortages and boosting Africa's health security.
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Scientists Call for Halt to "Mirror Life" Microbe Research
An international group of 38 leading scientists, including Nobel laureates, calls for a halt to "mirror life" microbe research, citing unprecedented risks of lethal infections that could evade immune systems and spread unchecked, harming humans, animals, and plants, as detailed in a 299-page report ...
Scientists Call for Halt to "Mirror Life" Microbe Research
An international group of 38 leading scientists, including Nobel laureates, calls for a halt to "mirror life" microbe research, citing unprecedented risks of lethal infections that could evade immune systems and spread unchecked, harming humans, animals, and plants, as detailed in a 299-page report ...
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Global Similarities Found in Medical Assistance in Dying Patient Profiles
A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals that despite legal and cultural differences, patients choosing Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) across 20 jurisdictions share similar profiles, with cancer being the most common diagnosis (66.5%), while ALS patients showed a notably higher rate (16.8%)...
Global Similarities Found in Medical Assistance in Dying Patient Profiles
A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals that despite legal and cultural differences, patients choosing Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) across 20 jurisdictions share similar profiles, with cancer being the most common diagnosis (66.5%), while ALS patients showed a notably higher rate (16.8%)...
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IPBES Report: Fragmented Approach to Biodiversity Loss Costs Trillions
An IPBES report reveals that current approaches to biodiversity loss are fragmented and ineffective, costing at least USD 10-25 trillion annually, while integrated solutions offer co-benefits across biodiversity, water, food, health, and climate change.
IPBES Report: Fragmented Approach to Biodiversity Loss Costs Trillions
An IPBES report reveals that current approaches to biodiversity loss are fragmented and ineffective, costing at least USD 10-25 trillion annually, while integrated solutions offer co-benefits across biodiversity, water, food, health, and climate change.
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AI Shows Promise in Preventing Diabetes-Related Sight Loss
AI-powered tools are being developed to detect diabetic retinopathy earlier and more efficiently by analyzing fundus images, potentially preventing vision loss, though cost-effectiveness varies and equitable access is a key challenge.
AI Shows Promise in Preventing Diabetes-Related Sight Loss
AI-powered tools are being developed to detect diabetic retinopathy earlier and more efficiently by analyzing fundus images, potentially preventing vision loss, though cost-effectiveness varies and equitable access is a key challenge.
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Early-Onset Bowel Cancer Rising Globally
Globally, bowel cancer cases are rising among younger adults, with countries like New Zealand (3.97% annual increase), England (3.59%), and Puerto Rico (3.81%) showing significant increases between 2013 and 2017, linked to lifestyle and dietary shifts.
Early-Onset Bowel Cancer Rising Globally
Globally, bowel cancer cases are rising among younger adults, with countries like New Zealand (3.97% annual increase), England (3.59%), and Puerto Rico (3.81%) showing significant increases between 2013 and 2017, linked to lifestyle and dietary shifts.
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Lenacapavir: Six-Monthly HIV Prevention Injection Named "Science" Breakthrough of the Year
"Science" magazine selected Lenacapavir, a six-monthly HIV-prevention injection, as its 2024 Breakthrough of the Year due to its superior efficacy and convenience compared to daily pills, potentially impacting global HIV prevention efforts.
Lenacapavir: Six-Monthly HIV Prevention Injection Named "Science" Breakthrough of the Year
"Science" magazine selected Lenacapavir, a six-monthly HIV-prevention injection, as its 2024 Breakthrough of the Year due to its superior efficacy and convenience compared to daily pills, potentially impacting global HIV prevention efforts.
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Lenacapavir: A Breakthrough in HIV Prevention
Two large clinical trials showed lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injection, to be 96–100% effective in preventing HIV, exceeding daily oral PrEP's real-world effectiveness; this breakthrough could significantly curb the global HIV epidemic, though access challenges remain.
Lenacapavir: A Breakthrough in HIV Prevention
Two large clinical trials showed lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injection, to be 96–100% effective in preventing HIV, exceeding daily oral PrEP's real-world effectiveness; this breakthrough could significantly curb the global HIV epidemic, though access challenges remain.
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