New bacterial toxins group to help fight AMR, harmful infections

Unraveling the Battle for Nutrient Metals in Bacterial Infections

The struggle for essential nutrients, particularly iron (Fe), between bacteria and their hosts is a critical aspect of the host-pathogen interface. This battle, known as nutritional immunity, is intensified due to the fact that both bacterial pathogens and their hosts require these trace metals for survival. Oct 23, 2024
WHO launches global plan to fight dengue, Aedes-borne arboviral diseases

Tamil Nadu braces for Dengue and Malaria Amid Northeast Monsoon

As the northeast monsoon sets in, the Tamil Nadu Health Department has issued a public warning to its residents about the potential spread of diseases such as dengue, malaria, leptospirosis, and influenza. This warning comes in the wake of a significant increase in dengue cases in the state since January 2024, with a recorded 18,000 cases. Oct 21, 2024
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South Korea, WHO to host World Bio Summit next month

The health ministry here said on Monday it plans to co-host an annual biotechnology convention next month with the World Health Organization (WHO), bringing experts together to discuss strategies for a stable global healthcare supply chain. Oct 21, 2024
How India is fighting against lymphatic filariasis

India's Robust Strategy Against Lymphatic Filariasis

India is making significant strides in the fight against lymphatic filariasis (LF), a debilitating disease commonly known as elephantiasis. The disease, transmitted by the bite of a Culex mosquito that breeds in dirty or polluted water, is one of the world's leading causes of long-term disability. Oct 17, 2024