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HPV Vaccination Leads to 62% Reduction in Cervical Cancer Mortality Rates, Study Finds

A study in JAMA has highlighted the impact of HPV vaccination in reducing cervical cancer death rates by 62% over the last decade, but concern remains over a decline in the vaccine's uptake.

WHO Declares Ongoing Mpox Surge a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, Highlights Need for Global Cooperation

The WHO deems the mpox monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency, as cases rise in Africa, the US, Germany and India. The committee highlighted challenges in surveillance, contact tracing and community engagement, and emphasized the need for international cooperation, vaccine distribution and national commitment.

Travel Health Checklist: Preparing to travel outside of Canada

Ensure a safe and healthy trip by researching your destination, consulting a healthcare provider, packing travel essentials, securing comprehensive insurance, and staying prepared with emergency contacts and resources for unexpected situations abroad.

Breakthrough in Severe Malaria Research: New Antibodies Show Promise in Blocking Deadly Cerebral Complications

Researchers have successfully identified two antibodies capable of inhibiting the malaria-causing PfEMP1 proteins that infect red blood cells. The findings are a significant step towards developing a malaria vaccine or other treatments.

WHO Grants Emergency Use Listing for LC16m8 Vaccine in Global Mpox Crisis Response

The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the LC16m8 mpox vaccine for emergency use, making it the second endorsed vaccine. Japan will donate over three million doses to the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid the global mpox crisis.

Understanding the Dual Burden: New Research Reveals How Tuberculosis and Diabetes Influence One Another

A study from the University of Leicester suggests that undiagnosed tuberculosis (TB) can predispose individuals to metabolic disorders such as diabetes. This discovery could help create targeted therapeutic interventions for both diseases.

New Vaccine Shows Promise in Halting Whooping Cough Transmission and Infection

Researchers have developed a new whooping cough vaccine that not only protects individuals but also prevents the transmission of the disease by eliminating the bacteria from the respiratory tract.

Tonix Pharmaceuticals Reveals Promising Horsepox-Based Vaccine as Safer Alternative for Smallpox and Mpox Prevention

Tonix Pharmaceuticals' research shows their experimental smallpox vaccine, using the horsepox virus, is less likely to cause systemic infection and may reduce side effects compared to existing FDA-approved vaccines using the vaccinia virus.

Emerging RSV Threat Highlights Need for Increased Vaccination Among Older Adults

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) poses a significant health risk to older adults. Despite the availability of Pfizer, GSK, and Moderna's three FDA-approved vaccines with over 80% efficacy, vaccination rates remain low. Enhanced public awareness, updated ACIP guidelines, and advanced vaccine research aim to increase its uptake.

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