US Ships Marburg Vaccines To Rwanda

Marburg Vaccine

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Updated Oct 6, 2024 | 08:54 AM IST

SummarySo far, 11 people have died of the Marburg outbreak in Rwanda, with the US Embassy allowing their employees in Rwanda working from home to stay safe. Amid all this, the US has now shipped Marburg vaccines to Rwanda. Read to know more.

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Not Puzzles, Shingles Vaccine Might Be Your Best Defense Against Dementia

Not Puzzles, Shingles Vaccine Might Be Your Best Defense Against Dementia

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Updated Apr 3, 2025 | 04:00 AM IST

SummaryA recent study found that shingles vaccination reduces dementia risk by 20%, likely due to its impact on viral inflammation and brain health, offering a potential new approach to dementia prevention.

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New NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya Commits To ‘Humane’ Reforms, Ending 'Censorship & Distrust' In Research

New NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya Commits To ‘Humane’ Reforms, Ending 'Censorship & Distrust' In Research

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Updated Apr 2, 2025 | 08:54 PM IST

SummaryDr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor and health economist, takes over as NIH Director, focusing on transparency, biomedical innovation, chronic disease prevention, and eliminating government control over scientific misinformation research.

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Val Kilmer Dies at 65: How Pneumonia Became His Final Battle After Surviving Cancer

Val Kilmer Dies at 65: How Pneumonia Became His Final Battle After Surviving Cancer

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Updated Apr 2, 2025 | 05:24 PM IST

SummaryVal Kilmer, the legendary actor, passed away at 65 after enduring years of health struggles. Diagnosed with throat cancer in 2015, he underwent a tracheotomy that cost him his voice. Though he initially kept his illness private, Kilmer later chose to share his journey, raising awareness about the disease.

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