vaccination
Vaccine Controversy: Medical Expert Confronts Zoho CEO Over Autism-Vaccination Claims
Oct 29, 2025 02:50 pm CST
A public confrontation erupted between Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu and hepatologist Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips over vaccination's relationship to autism. Vembu shared a controversial study linking childhood vaccines to rising autism rates, while Dr. Philips, known as 'The Liver Doc,' strongly refuted these claims with established scientific research, calling the study non-peer-reviewed and misleading. Their exchange highlights the ongoing tension between personal beliefs and scientific consensus in public health discussions.
First Case of Mpox Variant 1b Detected in Netherlands: What You Need to Know About This Transmissible Strain
Oct 22, 2025 03:09 pm CST
The Netherlands has confirmed its first case of mpox variant 1b, a more transmissible strain of the viral disease. The infected individual, who was not vaccinated and had no recent travel history, has been isolated while health authorities conduct contact tracing. This article explores the transmission methods, symptoms, and risks associated with mpox, including its spread through close contact and potential dangers during pregnancy.
Tragic Death of 3-Year-Old from Undetected Dog Bite in Maharashtra Highlights Rabies Danger
Oct 08, 2025 04:03 pm CST
A three-year-old boy in Maharashtra died from rabies after a stray dog bite went undetected for days, hidden under his hair. Despite seeking medical help at three hospitals once symptoms appeared, the family was told it was too late. This tragic case highlights the dangers of rabies, the importance of immediate treatment after animal bites, and raises concerns about stray dog management in Indian communities.
What Is H3N2? All About the Viral Infection, Symptoms, and Recovery Period
Sep 17, 2025 02:56 pm CST
H3N2 typically begins with a sudden high fever, chills, sore throat, persistent cough, headache, and severe fatigue.
Over 46,000 Stray Dogs Vaccinated In Chennai After Supreme Court Order
Sep 16, 2025 07:11 pm CST
The Greater Chennai Corporation has stepped up its stray dog control measures in line with the recent Supreme Court order on street dogs, which upheld humane management through sterilisation and vaccination while banning culling.