Duke-NUS Scientists Develop Nasal COVID-19 Vaccine with Enhanced Protection
In a significant advancement in COVID-19 vaccination strategies, researchers from Duke-NUS Medical School have developed a promising intranasal vaccine candidate that offers superior and long-lasting...
View ArticleOregon Resident Contracts Rare Bubonic Plague from Pet Cat
In a startling incident in central Oregon, a pet owner has been diagnosed with the bubonic plague, a disease that harks back to the Middle Ages. Health officials believe the resident contracted the...
View ArticleLeptospirosis Cases Surge in Flood-Affected Davao Region
The resilient communities of the Davao Region, already grappling with the aftermath of recent floods and landslides, now face a new health crisis as cases of leptospirosis surge. The Department of...
View ArticleBattling Super-Resistant Mosquitoes: The Global Fight Against Dengue Fever
Singapore’s Project Wolbachia began as a small-scale project involving the release of male mosquitoes that carry a natural parasite called Wolbachia, which prevents the eggs of female mosquitoes from...
View ArticlePhilippines Joins Global Alliance in the Fight Against Tuberculosis
In a momentous collaboration to combat tuberculosis (TB) on a global scale, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced that the Philippines has launched the Alliance of Countries in the Fight...
View ArticleFogging And Wolbachia Mosquitoes: Dengue Prevention Or Waste Of Resources?
The Malaysian Auditor General’s 2022 report saw a lack of positive results in dengue control. Meanwhile, it also noted scientific evidence for fogging remains weak. The report, tabled in the...
View ArticlePhilippines Receives P145.5 Million Grant to Enhance COVID-19 Vaccination and...
The Philippines has secured a substantial grant totalling P145.5 million. This grant supports its efforts in providing additional COVID-19 vaccination and routine immunisation programs. UNICEF...
View ArticleJapan Reports First Human-to-Human Transmission of Tick-Borne Virus SFTS
In a concerning development for public health, Japan has confirmed its first case of human-to-human transmission of Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (SFTS), a potentially lethal tick-borne...
View ArticleResponding to the Alarming Rise of Tuberculosis Cases in the Philippines
Department of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa issued a stark warning highlighting the concerning surge in tuberculosis (TB) cases across the Philippines. Recent data by the DOH revealed a staggering...
View ArticleMassive Vaccination Campaign Targets Measles Outbreak in BARMM
In response to a concerning surge in measles cases, particularly in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), health authorities have launched an extensive house-to-house vaccination...
View ArticleMalaria Cases in the Philippines Nearly Double in 2023
In a concerning development, malaria cases in the Philippines nearly doubled in 2023 compared to the previous year. Climate change has emerged as a significant contributing factor, according to the...
View ArticlePhilippine Girl Dies of Rabies After Hiding Dog Bite
A heartbreaking incident has left a family in the Philippines mourning the loss of their 13-year-old daughter, who tragically succumbed to rabies two months after being bitten by a stray dog. Jamaica...
View ArticleDengue Fever Explodes in Indonesia: 200% Surge
Dengue fever cases in Indonesia have skyrocketed by a staggering 200% in 2024, leaving healthcare facilities overwhelmed. By April, over 621 dengue deaths had been reported, highlighting the urgent...
View ArticleDo New Covid Variants in Singapore Threaten Indonesia?
Indonesia is on high alert as new COVID-19 variants KP.1 and KP.2 have been found in Singapore. With frequent travellers between the two countries, they pose a looming threat. The persistent COVID-19...
View ArticleLa Nina and Typhoon Wrecks Havoc on the Philippines
The Philippines faced a difficult period ahead, dealing with the arrival of Typhoon Aghon (Ewiniar) and bracing for the impact of La Nina. Philippine authorities reported that Typhoon Aghon (Ewiniar)...
View ArticleDOH Urges Vigilance as Rainy Season Spurs Dengue Threat in the Philippines
As the rainy season sets in, the Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines is urging the public to be vigilant in preventing dengue fever. The increase in rainfall creates ideal breeding conditions...
View ArticleIndonesian Government Challenged With Clean Water Scarcity in East Nusa Tenggara
East Nusa Tenggara’s picturesque landscapes belie a hidden struggle. There is a dire shortage of clean water. Discover the urgent call to action to tackle this crisis and ensure a healthier future for...
View ArticlePhilippines’ DOH Warns of Highly Transmissible New Covid-19 FLiRT Subvariants
The Department of Health (DOH) of the Philippines has announced the potential presence of new Covid-19 subvariants, known as FLiRT, within the country. These subvariants are highly transmissible,...
View ArticleTB Prevalence Soars in Kediri, Java
Tuberculosis cases are rising significantly in Kediri. Acting Mayor Zanariah has since taken bold steps to combat this pressing health crisis. Learn about her strategies and collaborative efforts to...
View ArticleSuspected Leptospirosis Outbreak in Malaysia
Malaysia has been grappling with an outbreak of leptospirosis. This bacterial infection, although not new to the region, has resurfaced with alarming vigour, raising concerns among health authorities...
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