viruses
Sanofi Pasteur’s Dengue Vaccine Shows Proof Of Efficacy: Study
The results of the world’s first dengue vaccine efficacy study confirm the safety of Sanofi Pasteur’s dengue vaccine against 3 out of 4 dengue virus serotypes.
East Asia Expected To Be Polio Free By 2014: WHO
East Asia is set to be free from polio disease by early 2014, said Dr. Margaret Chan, director general of the World Health Organization, on Thursday.
Turmeric Spices Up Virus Study
The popular spice turmeric packs more than just flavor - it shows promise in fighting devastating viruses, according to a new study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry.
HPV, EBV May Interact In Prostate Cancers
Two common viruses known to be associated with human cancers are both present in most prostate cancers, a new study suggests.
Newcastle Disease Linked To Peacock Deaths In Pakistan
The annual monsoon season brings joy to the wild peacocks in Pakistan's Tharparkar desert. But it was short lived this year as a deadly disease spread like wildfire across the desert.
Dengue Vaccine Shows Efficacy In Thai Clinical Trial: Sanofi Pasteur
Sanofi Pasteur announced on Thursday promising efficacy results of its dengue vaccine candidate in an efficacy trial conducted in Thailand.
Pakistan Braces For Rise In Dengue Cases During Monsoon Season
Pakistani health officials are bracing for a surge in dengue fever cases as the country enjoys its first monsoon showers this week.
Study: Polio Vaccination Programs In Af-Pak Not Working
A new study finds that vaccines are struggling to have an impact in Afghanistan and Pakistan due to the lack of mass immunization campaigns.
Death By Numbers
New research suggests a far higher swine flu death toll, largely in Southeast Asia and Africa.
