How Many Microbes Does It Take to Make You Sick?
Exposure to a virus isn’t an all-or-nothing proposition. The concept of “infectious dose” suggests there are simple ways to stay safer from harm. Key Points
WIREDHow Many Microbes Does It Take to Make You Sick?
Exposure to a virus isn’t an all-or-nothing proposition. The concept of “infectious dose” suggests there are simple ways to stay safer from harm. Key Points
WIREDUS CDC signs off on second Omicron-updated COVID booster for older adults
Older people and those with weakened immune systems may get a second dose of Omicron-targeting COVID-19 vaccines, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Wednesday. Key Points
ReutersYou may not need a fourth Covid vaccine now but a flu shot
Public health experts suggest that a fourth dose of the Covid vaccine is unnecessary for now. With only 220 million people taking the third dose, a fourth dose may help build resistance, but health experts don't see the need for it as Covid cases in India have drastically decreased. Instead, considering the high number of flu cases in India's cities, vaccinating against flu may be a better idea. Key Points
Economic TimesUS FDA declines to approve Regeneron's higher-dose Eylea, shares tumble
The U.S. health regulator has declined to approve a higher-dose version of Regeneron Pharmaceuticals' eye drug Eylea, the company said on Tuesday, dealing a blow to attempts to defend the blockbuster treatment against a fast-gaining rival. Key Points
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THESE two Maharashtra districts top Covid-19 positivity rate
A new Covid19 variant -- XBB.1.16 -- has been found in swab samples of 230 patients in Maharashtra so far. Key Points
mintHigh-dose Covid treatment less effective in India than Europe: Lancet study
The study emphasises where patients are from can affect how well treatments work. It pointed out that in countries like India, the treatment not work as well. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS FDA authorizes Pfizer Covid vaccine booster shots for children under 5
Pfizer Inc said on Tuesday that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had expanded the emergency use authorization (EUA) of the company and its partner BioNTech SE's bivalent COVID-19 vaccine as a single booster dose in certain children. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesSleeping pill lowers levels of Alzheimer's proteins: Study
Alzheimer's disease can be detected at an early stage through sleep issues. Troubles in sleeping show up before cognitive symptoms. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesExperimental Lilly pill, Mounjaro both lead to 15% weight loss in clinical trials
In a mid-stage trial, the highest dose of Eli Lilly's experimental pill orforglipron led to 14.7% weight loss after 36 weeks for people who were obese or overweight, setting a marker in the race to develop effective oral obesity drugs, researchers said on Friday. Key Points
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Launches of Novo Nordisk's weight-loss drug Wegovy
Novo Nordisk (NOVOb.CO) is pushing ahead with the launches of weight-loss drug Wegovy in Europe and Japan, even as it struggles to keep up with demand. Key Points
ReutersNearly 12% of India’s eligible children received no dose of measles vaccine, study finds
Zero-dose cases high in northeastern states, with Nagaland reporting the greatest share at 26 per cent. Nearly 12 per cent of children in India who are eligible... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaCervarix to Cervavac: A look at cervical cancer vaccines available in India & how much they cost
During interim budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said govt would encourage vaccination against HPV. Experts call for including it in Universal Immunisation Programme. Key Points
ThePrintGirl dies of rabies 15 days after dog bite in Agra, family used 'home remedy'
The girl did not inform about the incident to anyone in her family except her mother. Her mother applied home remedies, but when the girl's condition deteriorated. Key Points
India TodayUS CDC OKs use of new Pfizer, GSK vaccines for RSV in older adults
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday signed off on the use of new vaccines from Pfizer and GSK to prevent severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in older adults. Key Points
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Midcaps with long term perspective; 4 stocks with high ROE & net profit margin
A high return on equity is a result of two factors. First, the basic nature of the business, there are some businesses which require a constant dose of capital like banks, there are some which may require a higher amount of capital but that would be a one time requirement. Second, how efficiently the management uses those resources. In times like today when interest rates have seen a sharp rise it is the second factor which becomes extremely important. Key Points
Economic TimesLong term wealth creation: Looking at basics makes the difference
Every industry has different operating conditions which have high correlation with the kind of ROE they generate and how sustainable that number is. Of all the stocks, which our algorithms come up with, we took companies from three sectors, biologics, engineering and an auto ancillary company which is focussed on EV space and has been able to get an early lead. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or strong buy . Key Points
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