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Could a new locally produced drug help Kenya overcome deadly malaria?
The WHO approved a Kenya-based pharma company to produce a crucial antimalarial drug locally, reducing reliance on imports from India and China.
UK authorities urge parents to vaccinate children against measles
Measles is a highly contagious, serious airborne disease caused by a virus that can lead to severe complications such as meningitis, hearing loss, and even death.
What is 'Disease X' and why should we be taking it seriously?
While "Disease X" may sound like a "science fiction film," one expert said, it’s something we all need to be prepared for. But what is it?
Scientists sterilise disease-carrying mosquitoes with radiation
The Sterile Insect Technique has been used to contain pest insects and disease vectors and does not detrimentally affect the wider ecosystem.
US health officials propose using an antibiotic to prevent STDs
The guideline was released on Monday and officials will move to finalise it after a 45-day public comment period.
Biologists in Argentina are battling dengue with atomic energy
Researchers at the National Atomic Energy Commission (CNEA) are employing atomic energy to sterilise male mosquitoes which will then be released into the wild.
How disease-carrying mosquitoes are spreading through Europe
Scientists are investigating the threat of mosquitoes in Scotland, after France sounded the alarm over the Asian tiger species.
Prescription poo: US approves first faecal transplant therapy
The pharmaceutical-grade faecal transplant therapy aims to prevent recurrent and life-threatening gut infections.
Are you a mosquito magnet? It could be your smell
New research suggests some people produce chemicals tied to smell that mosquitoes find irresistibly attractive.
Are colonoscopies a good cancer screening tool? Study sparks debate
A landmark trial found inviting people to a colonoscopy didn’t cut the risk of cancer as much as hoped. But don’t cancel your appointment just yet.
Can genetically modified mosquitoes fight the spread of malaria?
Scientists say they have managed to genetically modify mosquitoes so they are unable to spread the disease which kills over half a million annually.
Flies on food aren’t just a nuisance. They're dangerous to your health
Trigger warning: don’t read this when you’re eating. The common house fly could pose a health risk if it lands on your food.