Updates
India Hosts 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention
India will host the 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion, "Safety 2024," from September 2 to 4, focusing on global initiatives in road safety, drowning prevention, and violence reduction.
Global Effort to Develop Mpox Vaccines Intensifies
As Mpox spreads globally, scientists and health organizations collaborate to develop effective vaccines, focusing on transparency, early detection, and public health readiness.
Google Unveils AI for Early Disease Detection via Sound
Google's new AI system, developed under the HeAR project, can detect diseases like tuberculosis through sound analysis, offering a groundbreaking healthcare solution for underserved regions.
UNICEF Issues Emergency Tender for Mpox Vaccines
UNICEF, in partnership with WHO, Africa CDC, and Gavi, has issued an emergency tender to secure mpox vaccines for crisis-hit countries, aiming to ensure rapid access to 12 million doses by 2025.
IMA Demands Central Law to Protect Doctors
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has once again called for a central law to protect doctors from violence, urging the government to declare hospitals as safe zones.
WHO Calls for Protection of Polio Vaccination Teams in Gaza
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus appeals for the safety of health workers and children during the upcoming polio vaccination campaign in Gaza amidst escalating violence.
Interim Report on Covid-19 Irregularities Submitted
A commission led by retired judge John Michael Cunha submitted its interim report on Covid-19 management irregularities during the previous BJP regime in Karnataka, highlighting issues in procurement and resource allocation.
WHO Urges Rapid Access to Mpox Diagnostic Tests
The WHO is accelerating access to mpox diagnostic tests, calling on manufacturers for emergency review submissions as the global demand for accurate testing surges.
New Mechanism of Cardiac Inflammation Discovered
Researchers at UC San Diego have identified a novel mechanism of cardiac inflammation in the borderzone of infarcted hearts, offering new therapeutic opportunities to prevent heart failure post-heart attack.
Doctor Refutes Police Claim in Kolkata Hospital Horror
A doctor with access to the autopsy report of the RG Kar Hospital case in Kolkata reveals evidence suggesting multiple perpetrators, contradicting police claims of a single suspect.
WHO Targets Mpox Outbreaks End in Africa by 6 Months
WHO aims to end mpox outbreaks in Africa within six months. The first vaccine shipment is expected in Congo, where the outbreak is severe. WHO is focusing on vaccination and public awareness to control the spread of the virus.
Indoor Air Pollution: A Hidden Health Crisis in India
Indoor air pollution in India presents a greater health risk than outdoor pollution, largely due to significant contributions from household emissions. Experts at the India Clean Air Summit 2024 emphasized the need for expanding the National Clean Air Programme to address this growing concern.
