WHO’s Science Council launches report calling for equitable expansion of genomics
WHO’s Science Council of experts has issued its first report, on accelerating access to genomics for global health. The report argues that it is not justifiable ethically or scientifically for less-resourced countries to gain access to such technologies long after rich countries do. The field of genomics uses methods from biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology
Read MoreUrgent call for better use of existing vaccines and development of new vaccines to tackle AMR
The World Health Organization today released the first-ever report on the pipeline of the vaccines currently in development to prevent infections caused by antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) bacterial pathogens. WHO’s analysis points to the need to accelerate trials for AMR related vaccines in late-stage development and maximise the use of existing vaccines. Own Correspondent The silent pandemic
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Uproar Over Delayed Visas To AIDS Conference In Canada
HIV and AIDS activists and advocates have raised a red flag over the delayed granting of Visas to AIDS Activists, speakers, public health experts and advocates by the Canadian government ahead of International AIDS Confrence to be held in Canada from 29 July to 2 August 2022. By Staff Reporter The delays have been described
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