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A Promising Dengue Fever Vaccine Candidate Shows Inhibitory Effect in Human Challenge Test

Promising Results: Dengue Fever Vaccine Candidate Shows Preventive Effect in Small Clinical Trial In a recent study published in the scientific journal Science, researchers from Johns Hopkins University have reported positive findings regarding a potential dengue fever vaccine. The vaccine, known as JNJ-1802, was tested on 31 volunteers in a small clinical trial. The results […]

Dengue Cases Plummet in Three Cities as Wolbachia-Infected Mosquitoes Are Released

**Dengue Incidence Rates Drop Sharply in Three Cities after Release of Wolbachia-Infected Mosquitoes** *Published: October 28, 2023 | Modified: October 28, 2023* In a groundbreaking development, the release of mosquitoes infected with the bacterium Wolbachia has led to a significant decrease in dengue fever cases in three urban areas of South America. The scientific journal […]

Emerging Threat: Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Becoming Endemic in Southern United States

Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Becomes Endemic in Southern United States Research presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene reveals that cutaneous leishmaniasis, a disease transmitted by sand flies, has become endemic in the southern region of the United States. The findings, presented by the US Centers for Disease Control and […]

Choosing the Right Mosquito Repellent: Safety Tips and Considerations

Check before you buy mosquito repellent! Safe Ingredients: It is advisable to ensure that the mosquito repellent you choose is certified to be made from ingredients that are safe for human use, while also having an effective insecticidal effect. Types of Mosquito Repellents: There are various forms of mosquito repellents available: Liquid Release: This type […]

Beware of the Zika Virus: Updates from the Department of Disease Control

Alert from the Department of Disease Control Be cautious of the Zika virus! According to the Deputy Government Spokesperson’s disclosure of information from the Department of Disease Control, there have been 172 reported cases of Zika virus infection between January 1 and August 9, ’23, with no recorded fatalities. The infected patients have been identified […]

World Mosquito Day: Promoting Global Efforts to Reduce Mosquito-Borne Diseases

20 August: World Mosquito Day Celebrates Ronald Ross and the Fight Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases Origins of World Mosquito Day World Mosquito Day, observed on 20 August, has its roots in the groundbreaking work of Sir Ronald Ross, a British military doctor who dedicated his efforts to studying malaria transmission. Ross, while working in India, made […]