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First UK case of tick-borne encephalitis confirmed

April 5, 2023 A potentially deadly virus carried by ticks is now present in the UK, health officials have warned.

WHO: 17.5% of people globally affected by infertility

April 5, 2023 Large numbers of people are affected by infertility in their lifetime, according to a new report published by WHO.

Cuban scientists begin preclinical studies of vaccine against dengue

April 4, 2023 Cuban scientists began the preclinical studies with tests of two formulations of the vaccine candidate against dengue, the Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (CIGB) reported.

EU recommendations for 2023-2024 seasonal flu vaccine composition

April 4, 2023 EMA has issued the recommendations for the influenza virus strains that vaccine manufacturers should include in vaccines for the prevention of seasonal influenza from autumn 2023.

Chinese scientists design implantable battery to help kill tumors

April 3, 2023 Chinese researchers have developed an implantable and self-charging saltwater battery that helps kill tumor cells by regulating the very environment supporting a tumor\'s growth.

North Carolinians urged to "Fight the Bite" with insect repellant to avoid tick-and mosquito-borne disease

April 1, 2023 With warmer weather on the way, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services urges North Carolinians to \"Fight the Bite\" by taking measures to reduce their risk of tick- and mosquito-borne diseases.

Killer plant fungus infects man in India in world first case

March 31, 2023 A killer plant fungus infected a human and caused flu like symptoms in what researchers say is a world first case.

EMA recommends approval of Bimervax as COVID-19 booster vaccine

March 31, 2023 EMA’s human medicines committee (CHMP) has recommended authorising the COVID-19 vaccine Bimervax (previously COVID-19 Vaccine HIPRA) as a booster in people aged 16 years and above who have been vaccinated with an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.

China plans random, spot checks at hospitals to track COVID

March 30, 2023 Chinese officials plan random and spot checks at medical facilities in the country to track incomplete and under-reported COVID-19 data, the country\'s health authority said, amid a wider call by global authorities for more transparency.

FDA approves first over the counter naloxone nasal spray

March 30, 2023 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Narcan, 4 milligram (mg) naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for over the counter (OTC), nonprescription, use, the first naloxone product approved for use without a prescription.

British Columbia takes actions to prevent shortage of diabetes drug

March 29, 2023 The Province is taking actions to ensure that diabetes patients in British Columbia do not experience a shortage of the diabetes drug semaglutide (Ozempic) in an environment where surging demand in some jurisdictions is creating shortages.

Oklahoma women now have access to expanded pregnancy and postpartum coverage

March 29, 2023 Oklahoma women now have access to expanded pregnancy and postpartum SoonerCare coverage after the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Oklahoma’s state plan amendment.