New genetic chip a step toward diversity in African genome sequencing
Africa is uncharted territory when it comes to sequencing genomes and studying genetic causes for diseases that…
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Testing begins on an experimental Zika vaccine with inactivated virus
Federal scientists have launched another test in human volunteers of a Zika vaccine. This one…
Monthly cost of US$1-2 per person could ensure access to basic package of 201 essential medicines
Strong global and national leadership is needed as lack of access to essential medicines threatens…
Prevalence of drug-resistant tuberculosis in West Africa higher than previously thought
Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) could become a serious public health threat in West Africa unless effective…
Research reveals how pathogens travel between ‘transmission triangle’ in healthcare setting
Hospital rooms, not just the patients in them, can spread germs through contact with healthcare…
More than 15 million children in high-mortality hotspots in sub-Saharan Africa
Stanford University researchers have determined that more than 15 million children are living in high-mortality…
Rabies vaccine effective even after warm storage
A Washington State University (WSU)-led research team determined rabies vaccines stored at warmer temperatures still…
Zimbabwe selected for groundbreaking HIV vaccine research
Zimbabwe will participate in the first ever HIV vaccine research trials conducted in four continents…
Research highlights problem with cognitive development in sub-Saharan Africa
New research from the University of Liverpool highlights problems impacting on the cognitive development of…
New Ebola vaccine under consideration for emergency use
The next Ebola outbreak could have a prime-boost vaccine available, particularly for health workers and vulnerable…