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China virus

India steps up surveillance of influenza cases as 'COVID-like' virus spreads across China

The Western Pacific Region of the World Health Organization (WHO) noted an increase in acute respiratory infections between Dec 16-22, which include seasonal influenza, rhinovirus, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and HMPV in China.

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University of Leeds drives breakthrough in Vaccine Production, cutting development time to one day

The MANGO device, developed with £2.16 million funding, revolutionizes vaccine production by automating the creation of virus-like particles (VLPs) using cell-free expression technology. It cuts production time from nine days to one, supporting the global 100 Days Mission to respond to pandemics rapidly. MANGO aims to improve vaccine access, reduce costs, and enhance global health equity.

Undiagnosed illness claims 8 lives in J&K’s Rajouri

A Biosafety level 3 mobile laboratory has been dispatched to the affected Badhaal village of the district to expedite testing and identify the mystery illness that has killed six children below the age of 14 since the past two weeks, officials said.

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania researchers uncover dietary boost for CAR T Cell Therapy

Researchers at Penn Medicine discovered that boosting levels of beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), a molecule produced during a ketogenic diet, enhances the effectiveness of CAR T cell therapy—a revolutionary cancer treatment. Early studies in mice and humans suggest BHB fuels CAR T cells, improving cancer-fighting abilities. A clinical trial will test this cost-effective, low-toxicity approach in patients.

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Stanford University researcher finds that young people are at growing risk from extreme heat

A new study reveals that young people, particularly those under 35, are more vulnerable to heat-related deaths than previously thought. In Mexico, nearly three-quarters of heat-related fatalities occurred in this age group, especially children and young adults. As climate change intensifies, the risk to younger populations will increase, highlighting the need for targeted heat protection measures for all ages.

India gets its first diabetes biobank

The top-notch facility, aimed at advancing research on diabetes, has been set up jointly by the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) and the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF).

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Harvard University researchers developed an AI system to protect high-risk communities from HIV

Researchers at Harvard University developed an AI system to identify the best peer leaders in social networks and promote healthy behaviors. Tested among homeless youth, the AI-selected leaders reduced risky behaviors like unprotected sex faster than traditional methods. This approach could help tackle public health issues such as HIV prevention, substance abuse, and nutrition education.