Merck’s pill fails to prevent COVID-19 infection among households
Merck's COVID-19 pill does not stop the risk of prevention of the virus spreading to others in a household, the company stated.
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Large study provides clues on immunity against Covid reinfection
A large study provides clues on how long immunity lasts against Covid reinfection and does vaccination help in reducing its severity
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H5N1 influenza’s spread to mammals needs ‘close monitoring’
A recent spillover to mammals of H5N1 avian influenza needed to be “monitored closely” as the WHO readies vaccines and antivirals and urged.
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BioNTech to invest $43 million in new mRNA facility
BioNTech SE, an immunotherapy company, will invest $43 million in a new facility in Germany to make a vital ingredient for its mRNA.
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Stelis Biopharma to be pure play CDMO firm, may list ‘near term’
Stelis Biopharma, a division of India’s Strides Pharma Science, will become a full-fledged contract development and manufacturing firm and may list “near-term.
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China’s lifting of COVID-19 curbs to ease supply chain disruptions: Glenmark
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, an Indian global drug maker with a focus on dermatology, respiratory and oncology areas, forecasts lifting of China's COVID-19 curbs may.
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U.S. to end Covid-19 curbs on May 11, migrant policy remains same
The U.S. plans to end COVID-19 emergency restrictions by May 11, according to a statement by the Office of Management and Budget.
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No ‘directed evolution research’ in COVID-19 vaccine: Pfizer
Pfizer refuted allegations by Project Veritas, a media organization, in its ongoing COVID-19 vaccine work stating it has “not conducted gain-of-function” or “directed.
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NTD incidence fall by 80 million people, WHO chief calls for funds
The number of people affected by neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) has fallen by 80 million between 2020 and 2021, a WHO report stated.