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Congo Faces Ebola Spread Across Three Provinces While Coalition Funds Experimental Vaccines
At least 282 cases of Ebola disease have been confirmed in Congo's growing outbreak, the central African nation says, as more joyful stories from recovered medical workers emerge. One nurse spoke of his "indescribable joy" at beating the illness.
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'We Need To Act Now': Race To Develop Ebola Vaccine Heats Up
Several non-profit organisations announced Monday they are ramping up efforts to rapidly develop a vaccine for the rare strain of Ebola driving a deadly outbreak...
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Indian Startup Pawzeeble Is Building a Pet-Focused Social Networking Space for Indian Users
The idea behind Pawzeeble did not come from analysing business research papers or identifying a profitable gap in the market. It was conceptualised, little by little, after Sathe began taking care of Leah, a paralysed rescue pup. Like most first-time pet parents in India, Sathe had to figure out the vaccine schedule, grooming rituals, supplements, ...
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Ebola Explainer: Are Caregivers At A Higher Risk Of Catching The Bundibugyo Virus?
WHO experts warn that caregivers, family members, and frontline health workers face the highest risk of Ebola infection due to close contact with patients and bodily fluids. Here's how the virus spreads, who is most vulnerable, and how to stay protected.
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Bangladesh Measles Outbreak Deaths Reach 585 As 2 More Children Die
Dhaka, May 31 (IANS) Two more children have died from measles-like symptoms in Bangladesh in 24 hours till 8 a.m. on Sunday, raising the death toll to 585 since March 15, local media reported.
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Rare Bundibugyo Strain Of Ebola Cause Of Outbreak In Africa, Cases Outpace Response
WHO has declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern.
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WHO Chief Announces First 5 Recoveries From Rare Ebola Strain In Eastern Congo
The WHO said Friday a patient had recovered from the Bundibugyo virus, the current kind of Ebola, which has no approved treatment or vaccine. It was the first documented recovery of a confirmed Bundibugyo patient during the current outbreak.
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WHO Fast-Tracks Vaccines, Drugs Against Deadly Ebola Bundibugyo Strain
The Bundibugyo strain is one of several types of Ebola viruses known to infect humans. While Ebola is linked to severe bleeding, organ failure, and high death rates, different strains can behave differently.
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As Ebola Scourges Congo, Experts Warn Of Link To Eating Wild Animals
The Congo Basin is rich in all kinds of wildlife, from great apes to serpents — both of which are hunted for their meat. One consequence for locals is exposure to zoonotic diseases such as Ebola.
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WHO Chief Lands In Congo, Saying Ebola Outbreak 'Can Be Stopped'
Containment has been particularly difficult because the disease likely spread for weeks before it was first identified in mid-May. The outbreak continues to spread faster than the response, despite health facilities becoming more organized and more equipment arriving.
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India's Fertility Rate Drops Below Replacement Level for First Time, Reveals Government Report
India's fertility decline has been dramatic over the past five decades. The TFR dropped from 5.2 during 1971-1981 to 4.5, and further from 3.6 in 1991 to 1.9 in 2024.
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India Launches 6th National Family Health Survey, Reports Big Gains In Child Nutrition, Vaccination
India's latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) shows major improvements in maternal health, child nutrition, immunisation coverage, institutional deliveries and financial healthcare protection, reflecting the impact of flagship public health schemes.
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WHO Urges Ebola Treatments, Vaccines Be Tested Only In Trials Amid Bundibugyo Outbreak
The World Health Organization said that experimental treatments and vaccines for Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo virus should only be used in clinical trials, as it works with affected countries to assess their safety and effectiveness.
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A New Ebola Strain Is Threatening Fresh Outbreak. What Are Doctors Doing
This is where the Democratic Republic of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has erupted in the middle of a grinding conflict that has hollowed out public services and displaced millions.
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Russia Claims Breakthrough Vaccine Against New Ebola Strain
Russia has announced the development of a vaccine targeting a new Ebola strain linked to the ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak in Congo and Uganda. Experts say the move could strengthen global outbreak preparedness, though clinical data is awaited
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Congo Faces Ebola Spread Across Three Provinces While Coalition Funds Experimental Vaccines
At least 282 cases of Ebola disease have been confirmed in Congo's growing outbreak, the central African nation says, as more joyful stories from recovered medical workers emerge. One nurse spoke of his "indescribable joy" at beating the illness.
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'We Need To Act Now': Race To Develop Ebola Vaccine Heats Up
Several non-profit organisations announced Monday they are ramping up efforts to rapidly develop a vaccine for the rare strain of Ebola driving a deadly outbreak...
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Indian Startup Pawzeeble Is Building a Pet-Focused Social Networking Space for Indian Users
The idea behind Pawzeeble did not come from analysing business research papers or identifying a profitable gap in the market. It was conceptualised, little by little, after Sathe began taking care of Leah, a paralysed rescue pup. Like most first-time pet parents in India, Sathe had to figure out the vaccine schedule, grooming rituals, supplements, ...
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Ebola Explainer: Are Caregivers At A Higher Risk Of Catching The Bundibugyo Virus?
WHO experts warn that caregivers, family members, and frontline health workers face the highest risk of Ebola infection due to close contact with patients and bodily fluids. Here's how the virus spreads, who is most vulnerable, and how to stay protected.
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Bangladesh Measles Outbreak Deaths Reach 585 As 2 More Children Die
Dhaka, May 31 (IANS) Two more children have died from measles-like symptoms in Bangladesh in 24 hours till 8 a.m. on Sunday, raising the death toll to 585 since March 15, local media reported.
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Rare Bundibugyo Strain Of Ebola Cause Of Outbreak In Africa, Cases Outpace Response
WHO has declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern.
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WHO Chief Announces First 5 Recoveries From Rare Ebola Strain In Eastern Congo
The WHO said Friday a patient had recovered from the Bundibugyo virus, the current kind of Ebola, which has no approved treatment or vaccine. It was the first documented recovery of a confirmed Bundibugyo patient during the current outbreak.
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WHO Fast-Tracks Vaccines, Drugs Against Deadly Ebola Bundibugyo Strain
The Bundibugyo strain is one of several types of Ebola viruses known to infect humans. While Ebola is linked to severe bleeding, organ failure, and high death rates, different strains can behave differently.
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As Ebola Scourges Congo, Experts Warn Of Link To Eating Wild Animals
The Congo Basin is rich in all kinds of wildlife, from great apes to serpents — both of which are hunted for their meat. One consequence for locals is exposure to zoonotic diseases such as Ebola.
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WHO Chief Lands In Congo, Saying Ebola Outbreak 'Can Be Stopped'
Containment has been particularly difficult because the disease likely spread for weeks before it was first identified in mid-May. The outbreak continues to spread faster than the response, despite health facilities becoming more organized and more equipment arriving.
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India's Fertility Rate Drops Below Replacement Level for First Time, Reveals Government Report
India's fertility decline has been dramatic over the past five decades. The TFR dropped from 5.2 during 1971-1981 to 4.5, and further from 3.6 in 1991 to 1.9 in 2024.
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India Launches 6th National Family Health Survey, Reports Big Gains In Child Nutrition, Vaccination
India's latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) shows major improvements in maternal health, child nutrition, immunisation coverage, institutional deliveries and financial healthcare protection, reflecting the impact of flagship public health schemes.
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WHO Urges Ebola Treatments, Vaccines Be Tested Only In Trials Amid Bundibugyo Outbreak
The World Health Organization said that experimental treatments and vaccines for Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo virus should only be used in clinical trials, as it works with affected countries to assess their safety and effectiveness.
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A New Ebola Strain Is Threatening Fresh Outbreak. What Are Doctors Doing
This is where the Democratic Republic of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has erupted in the middle of a grinding conflict that has hollowed out public services and displaced millions.
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Russia Claims Breakthrough Vaccine Against New Ebola Strain
Russia has announced the development of a vaccine targeting a new Ebola strain linked to the ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak in Congo and Uganda. Experts say the move could strengthen global outbreak preparedness, though clinical data is awaited
