
hepatitis
Adenovirus Outbreak Has Infected Thousands Of Children In India
Researchers recommend monitoring adenovirus mutations and developing vaccines.

7 Must-Read Stories In June 2017
Climate change, solar energy and disease were key issues in the month of June.
7 Must-Read Stories In May 2017
Sleep was a big concern in May, but new drugs and artificial intelligence look set to make it better.
The State Of Infectious Disease Control In Post-SARS China
China has improved its infection control measures in the aftermath of SARS, but common diseases still pose a problem.
Cipla Launches Hepatitis B Vaccine In India
Cipla's hepatitis B vaccine can prevent 95 percent of the recipients from developing a chronic infection, protecting them for decades.
TaiGen, HEC ChangJiang To Jointly Develop Chronic Hep C Treatments
The new company will develop, manufacture and commercialize treatments for chronic Hepatitis C virus infection in the Greater China region.
Liver Fibrosis-Fighting Hormones Found
Insulin-like growth factor-I has been shown to reduce fatty deposits, inflammation and fibrosis in mice with symptoms of non-alcoholic liver disease.
Combination HepC Treatment Tested In Malaysia, Thailand
The Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative has launched a clinical trial of a hepatitis C combination drug treatment which costs less than US$300.
Cipla Launches Hepcvir-L For HepC Genotype 1 Patients
Hepcvir-L will be provided to patients in India at the fraction of the cost of branded Ledipasvir-Sofosbuvir under a licensing agreement with Gilead Sciences Inc.
Hepatitis C Tied To Parkinson’s Risk, Says Study
A nation-wide study in Taiwan has revealed a link between infection with hepatitis C and the development of Parkinson's disease.