Influenza activity in the United States shows a second week of decline or stabilization, yet hospitalization rates are historically high, with children and older adults most affected, according to CDC data.
Flu activity in the United States has eased slightly after intense spread, but health officials caution the season is far from over with millions already affected.
The NFL playoff schedule for 2026 is taking shape after Wild Card Weekend. Divisional round matchups are confirmed, but exact kickoff times and TV networks remain pending final wild-card results.
US CDC, under Trump & RFK Jr., reduces universal child vaccines from 17 to 11. Indian & US doctors warn this political move risks deadly outbreaks of preventable diseases like measles and polio.
US CDC reduces universal child vaccines from 17 to 11 under Trump-RFK Jr. policy. Indian doctors warn of preventable disease surges. Learn why experts call it dangerous.
Sapigen Biologix plans a Rs 1,000 crore expansion in Bhubaneswar for new vaccines, seeking a 50% capital subsidy. The move aims to boost biotech in Eastern India and create jobs. Read more.
Panacea Biotec's share price surged 6% after completing enrollment for its Phase III dengue vaccine trial. The indigenous DengiAll vaccine targets a 2027 launch. Read more for stock impact and trial details.
Katie Miller, wife of Stephen Miller, claims her unvaccinated son is healthier, igniting debate. Experts counter with WHO data showing vaccines saved 154 million lives. Read the full story.
The US CDC has revised its child immunization schedule, reducing recommended vaccines. Learn what changed, why, and the potential global impact on public health.
The Ayushman Arogya Mandir in Satbarwa, Palamu, has no anti-rabies vaccines for 12 days. Dog bite victims are forced to travel 15-27 km for treatment. Authorities promise swift action.
Typhoid fever affects thousands yearly. Debunking myths about symptoms, hygiene, and treatment is crucial for early diagnosis and saving lives. Learn the facts.
US CDC reclassifies flu, RSV, hepatitis A & COVID-19 vaccines for kids. New 3-tier system gives parents more choice. Learn what this means for Indian families.
A suspected rabid stray dog bit 33 people in Pune's Chakan, causing panic. Victims received anti-rabies vaccines. Officials launch stray dog monitoring drive.
The US CDC has stopped its routine recommendation for four childhood vaccines for certain groups, a move Trump says aligns with other nations. Experts raise concerns about public health impact.
US health officials narrow childhood vaccine advice, moving RSV, Dengue, and COVID to high-risk or shared decision-making lists. Experts warn of preventable deaths. Read the full update.
The US CDC has revised its childhood immunization guidelines, moving four vaccines to a shared decision-making category. This aligns with other developed nations and follows President Trump's call.
A severe 'super flu' variant is sweeping the US, causing the worst outbreak since Covid-19. Children are especially vulnerable. Learn the risks and why vaccination remains crucial.
Delhi government plans to notify human rabies under the Epidemic Diseases Act to eliminate dog-mediated rabies deaths. The move mandates case reporting from all health facilities to boost surveillance and response.
Discover why mice are indispensable for medical research, from developing cancer drugs to creating COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about their genetic similarities to humans and ethical research standards.
Kerala faces its worst Hepatitis A outbreak with 31,536 cases and 82 deaths by Dec 30, 2025. Experts blame water safety failures and warn of a dangerous shift to older patients. Learn symptoms and prevention.
WHO reports a woman dies from cervical cancer every 120 seconds. Learn about the preventable disease, its link to HPV, warning signs, and the global strategy to eliminate it by 2030.
Ludhiana's dog bite cases reached a six-year high of 13,728 in 2025, with Khanna seeing a 29% surge. Doctors stockpile vaccines as residents demand municipal action on the stray dog menace.
Bhagalpur health officials launch a campaign to administer the single-dose Gardasil HPV vaccine to schoolgirls, aiming to prevent cervical cancer. Nearly 20,000 girls already vaccinated.
EAM S. Jaishankar lauds India's 'Vaccine Maitri' initiative, highlighting its profound global emotional impact and role in strengthening international partnerships during the pandemic.
Stanford scientists identify the immune mechanism behind rare myocarditis post mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, primarily in young males. A soy compound shows promise in preventing it. Read the details.
A 44-year-old woman from Sandirya village in Ajmer died after not taking the anti-rabies vaccine following a stray dog bite last month. Health officials urge immediate vaccination.
National Medical Commission directs all medical colleges to maintain mandatory stock of ARV and RIG. This follows Supreme Court orders for timely treatment of dog-bite victims. Read the full story.
As flu claims 1900 lives in the US, a drug-resistant superbug fungus, Candida auris, infects 7000 across 27 states. CDC warns of severe risk to vulnerable patients. Learn symptoms and prevention.
A fast-spreading H3N2 flu strain is causing a severe US winter outbreak. Know the early symptoms like sudden exhaustion and high fever to seek timely care. #HealthAlert
Supreme Court stays its own order on Aravalli definition, DAC clears major defence procurements, and nations flag Indian rabies vaccine. Essential insights for UPSC aspirants on environment, defence, and health.