Alaskapox Virus
The Alaskapox virus, first identified in Fairbanks, Alaska, in 2015, is an orthopoxvirus causing skin lesions, muscle pain, and swollen lymph nodes. As of early…
Diseases
286th Law Commission Report
The 286th Law Commission Report emphasizes the need for a comprehensive Epidemic Plan and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to effectively address future epidemics. It critiques…
InfexnTM
InfexnTM, introduced in Kerala’s capital, Thiruvananthapuram, is India’s first genomics-based infectious diseases test. Developed by HaystackAnalytics in collaboration with NIMS Medicity, this state-of-the-art test can…
Candida Auris
Candida Auris is a significant public health concern due to its resistance to common antifungal medications and its ability to spread rapidly, especially in healthcare…
Filariasis in India
Filariasis in India is a significant public health issue, primarily caused by parasitic worms transmitted through mosquitoes. Efforts to eliminate this disease, commonly known as…
Cervical Cancer in India
Cervical cancer in India is a critical health concern, currently receiving heightened attention due to the introduction of vaccination initiatives in the 2024 budget. The…
New 3-Drug Regimen for Leprosy in India
In January 2024, the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced the approval of a new 3-drug regimen for the treatment of Pauci-Bacillary (PB)…
Cameroon Malaria Vaccine Program
In January 2024, Cameroon launched the world’s first malaria vaccine program for children, marking a significant milestone in public health. The program utilizes the RTS,S…
Global Fungal Infection Deaths
The topic of “Global Fungal Infection Deaths Double Earlier Estimates” revolves around the recent revelation that the number of global deaths due to fungal infections…
