Glenmark Recalls Blood Pressure Drug Ziac in US
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals recalls over 11,100 bottles of Ziac tablets in the US due to cross-contamination with a cholesterol drug. Check lot numbers and consult your doctor.
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US Denies Visas to Fact-Checkers Citing Censorship
The Trump administration directs officials to deny US visas to foreign fact-checkers and content moderators accused of censoring American speech. Details on the new policy and its implications.
US May End Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth
A US CDC panel reviews the universal hepatitis B birth dose policy. Experts warn against delay, citing household transmission risks and a 99% drop in infections since 1991. Learn why.
Measles Kills 95,000 in 2024; Vaccination Coverage Drops
Measles, a highly contagious disease, caused 95,000 deaths globally in 2024, mostly in unvaccinated children. Vaccination prevented 59 million deaths since 2000. Learn symptoms, risks, and prevention.
Trump lauds CDC panel's hepatitis B vaccine decision
US President Donald Trump praised a CDC panel vote to end its recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Read the details and implications of this major public health shift.
CDC Changes Hepatitis B Vaccine Rule for Newborns
CDC's vaccine panel votes to end universal hepatitis B shot at birth for babies of negative mothers. Parents and doctors to decide case-by-case. Experts warn of risks.
Trump Signs Memo on US Child Vaccine Policy Review
Former US President Donald Trump signs a directive to review aligning child immunisation schedules with other countries. This follows a key vaccine advisory change on hepatitis B shots for newborns.
SC Rules Unnecessary Govt Documentation Illegal
Supreme Court declares Jharkhand's 2009 memo illegal, emphasizing simplicity as key to good governance. Landmark ruling aims to reduce citizen harassment in administrative procedures.
Free HPV Vaccine for Girls in Maharashtra from 2026
Maharashtra's health department will provide free HPV vaccinations to girls aged 9-14 starting January 2026, a major step to prevent cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout plan and its significance.
US Ends Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns
A US vaccine committee scraps the universal hepatitis B birth dose recommendation, a major policy shift. Experts warn this could reverse decades of public health progress. Learn about the virus and new guidelines.
Netflix's $72B Warner Bros. Bid Triggers WBD Staff Memo
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav issues new workplace guidelines after Netflix's massive $72 billion acquisition offer. Get the inside details on the corporate drama.
Free HPV Vaccination for Girls in Maharashtra from Jan 2024
Maharashtra's health department announces a statewide free HPV vaccination drive for girls aged 9-14 starting January 2024, aiming to combat cervical cancer. Learn about the rollout and key details.
US Panel Revises Hepatitis B Vaccine Advice for Newborns
A US advisory committee now says not all newborns need immediate Hepatitis B vaccination, a major shift from decades of policy. Explore the new guidelines and their global implications.
Shingles Vaccine Linked to 20% Lower Dementia Risk
A groundbreaking study reveals the shingles vaccine may reduce dementia risk by 20% and slow its progression. Discover the promising link between vaccination and brain health.
FDA Alert: Stop Using Certain Abbott Glucose Sensors
The FDA warns users to stop using certain FreeStyle Libre 3 & 3 Plus sensors due to incorrect low glucose readings linked to deaths and injuries. Check your device now.
CDC Panel to Vote on Universal Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns
A key CDC advisory panel will vote on making the hepatitis B vaccine universal for all newborns in the US, a crucial step to eliminate mother-to-child transmission. Learn the details and implications.
Chhattisgarh okays Rs 46.5 crore for new FDA lab in Nava Raipur
Chhattisgarh government sanctions Rs 46.49 crore for a new Integrated Food and Drug Testing Lab in Nava Raipur, set to boost annual sample testing capacity from 800 to 8000. Read more.
Major Cheese Recall Over Metal Contamination Risk
A massive recall of shredded cheese sold at Target, Aldi, and Walmart due to potential metal fragments. Check the list of affected brands to ensure safety.
Global Progress in Averting Cancer Deaths
Global cancer mortality rates have fallen significantly in 30 years. Discover how vaccines, AI risk prediction, and new preventive drugs are changing the fight against the disease.
West Virginia Blocks Religious Vaccine Exemptions After Court Stay
West Virginia schools have reinstated a compulsory vaccine mandate, ending religious exemptions after a state Supreme Court stay. The move impacts hundreds of families and upholds one of the US's strictest school vaccination policies. Read the full story.
Kanpur's December Vaccination Drive for Children Under 5
Kanpur DM launches a month-long 'Vaccination Festival' targeting children who missed routine immunisation. 502 centres open every Wednesday & Saturday. Ensure your child is protected.
Haryana FDA seizes 21,400 illegal narcotic tablets in Sirsa
Haryana FDA and police raided a Sirsa medical store and intercepted a vehicle, seizing thousands of illegal intoxicant tablets. Two arrested. Details on the crackdown here.
West Virginia Supreme Court Reinstates School Vaccine Mandate
West Virginia's Supreme Court halts a lower court ruling, forcing an immediate reinstatement of the state's strict school vaccination policy that bars religious exemptions. The legal battle continues.
US Stops Immigration Applications from 19 Banned Countries
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications, including green cards, for citizens of 19 countries under the expanded travel ban. This follows a National Guard shooting incident, leading to heightened scrutiny for applicants.
Ahmedabad Doubles CCTV Surveillance with 6,000 New Cameras
Ahmedabad's SASA project enters Phase 2, adding 6,000 CCTV cameras to boost city surveillance and automate traffic fines. Learn about the expanded safety net.
Kolkata Pneumonia, Influenza Vaccine Demand Spikes 55%
Kolkata hospitals report a major surge in demand for pneumonia and flu vaccines, especially among seniors. Experts urge timely vaccination to prevent serious infections. Learn more.
Wockhardt Stock Jumps on US FDA Nod for Novel Antibiotic
Wockhardt shares surged 19.3% after US FDA accepted its New Drug Application for Zaynich, a first-in-class antibiotic. This marks a historic first for an Indian pharma company's New Chemical Entity.
Bombay HC Seeks Expert Report on Cancer Vaccine Trial Plea
Bombay High Court directs a CDSCO expert committee to review Datar Cancer Genetics' plea for human trials of its Per-C-Vax cancer immunotherapy. The panel must submit its report within three months. Read the full details.
IMA HPV Vaccine at ₹1000 to Fight Cervical Cancer
Indian Medical Association launches affordable HPV vaccination program starting December. Cervical cancer kills 100 women daily in India. Learn how this initiative saves lives.
FDA Memo: 10 Child Deaths From Covid Vaccines
Leaked FDA memo claims 10 children died from COVID vaccines, sparking national safety debate. Experts question evidence as new vaccine rules promised. Read full details.
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