Australia warns of counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccine in India since Nov 2023. Indian Immunologicals Limited refutes, citing action on one batch in Jan 2024. Check your vaccine status.
New York reports highest weekly flu cases since 2004. Hospitalisations jump 63%. Health officials urge vaccination as new variant spreads. Protect yourself now.
Udgir in Latur district reports 22 stray dog bite cases since December 23, sparking panic. Civic body intensifies ABC program and dog van drives. Read more.
Udgir taluka in Latur reports 22 stray dog bites since Dec 23. Authorities ramp up Animal Birth Control and anti-rabies vaccinations. Read about the civic response and resident concerns.
14-year-old Max Hall's persistent headaches were dismissed as teenage migraines for over a year. A seizure revealed a terminal, inoperable brain tumour. His family now aims to raise ₹2.5 crore for vaccine therapy in Germany.
Karnataka's new vaccine for Kyasanur Forest Disease (monkey fever) is delayed by a year. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao says ICMR trials ongoing, new lab in Sirsi to boost testing.
Health experts warn of a significant seasonal flu surge this holiday season. Learn key prevention tips from CDC and WHO, including vaccination and hygiene, to protect your family.
Early human trial for a Nipah virus vaccine shows strong immune response and safety. A major step in combating deadly outbreaks in India and beyond. Read the full study details.
Everfast Freight Forwarders launches a major cold chain expansion in India, enhancing storage for medicines and vaccines. Discover how this investment supports healthcare logistics.
A novel Nipah virus vaccine proves safe and stimulates immune response in its first human clinical trial, marking a milestone in the fight against the deadly pathogen. Read the full details.
Karnataka launches a statewide polio vaccination campaign, aiming to protect over 62 lakh children. The drive utilizes health centres, schools, and anganwadis. Read more.
Bengaluru's Pulse Polio drive achieved 95% coverage, vaccinating 10.7 lakh children. However, 57,854 kids remain unvaccinated, primarily in West and North zones. Read the full report.
New research reveals RSV is not just a cold but a serious threat to heart health, causing heart attacks & failure. Learn symptoms and prevention for at-risk adults.
District Minister Satish Jarkiholi launched the pulse polio drive in Belagavi, emphasizing India's polio-free status since 2011. Learn why vaccination remains crucial for child health and development.
Dakshina Kannada's Pulse Polio campaign achieved 96.8% target, vaccinating 1.3 lakh children under five. The drive continues till Dec 24. Ensure your child is protected.
Paediatric experts reveal crucial early signs of childhood pneumonia, prevention tips, and why vaccines are vital. Protect your child's lungs this winter.
Pratishruti NGO achieves India's largest non-profit HPV vaccination drive in Assam, targeting cervical cancer prevention. Learn how community efforts are bridging the healthcare gap.
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces a crucial polio vaccination drive on December 21. Learn about the schedule and the importance of the five-dose OPV regimen for every child.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation appoints 25 nodal officers and forms task forces to implement Supreme Court's stray dog management order across public buildings. Read the full plan here.
The US FDA has decided against placing its most serious 'boxed warning' on mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, citing data review. Learn the details and implications for public health policy.
A US CDC panel reviews the universal hepatitis B birth dose policy. Experts warn against delay, citing household transmission risks and a 99% drop in infections since 1991. Learn why.
Measles, a highly contagious disease, caused 95,000 deaths globally in 2024, mostly in unvaccinated children. Vaccination prevented 59 million deaths since 2000. Learn symptoms, risks, and prevention.
US President Donald Trump praised a CDC panel vote to end its recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Read the details and implications of this major public health shift.
CDC's vaccine panel votes to end universal hepatitis B shot at birth for babies of negative mothers. Parents and doctors to decide case-by-case. Experts warn of risks.
Former US President Donald Trump signs a directive to review aligning child immunisation schedules with other countries. This follows a key vaccine advisory change on hepatitis B shots for newborns.
Maharashtra's health department will provide free HPV vaccinations to girls aged 9-14 starting January 2026, a major step to prevent cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout plan and its significance.
A US vaccine committee scraps the universal hepatitis B birth dose recommendation, a major policy shift. Experts warn this could reverse decades of public health progress. Learn about the virus and new guidelines.
Maharashtra's health department announces a statewide free HPV vaccination drive for girls aged 9-14 starting January 2024, aiming to combat cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout and key details.
A US advisory committee now says not all newborns need immediate Hepatitis B vaccination, a major shift from decades of policy. Explore the new guidelines and their global implications.
A groundbreaking study reveals the shingles vaccine may reduce dementia risk by 20% and slow its progression. Discover the promising link between vaccination and brain health.