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3D Vaccine Spontaneously Assembles to Pack a Powerful Punch Against Cancer, Infectious Diseases
2015-02-09 18:35:23| Biotech - Topix.net
A novel 3D vaccine consists of many microsized, porous silica rods that spontaneously assemble into a haystack formation after being injected under the skin. Image taken with polychromatic scanning electron microscope.
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Infectious diseases expert discusses the myths and facts about measles outbreak
2015-02-08 13:23:17| Biotech - Topix.net
Measles, a highly contagious respiratory infection that causes serious complications in about 3 of 10 people, has been grabbing headlines since last December's outbreak at Disneyland. In January, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 102 cases of measles in 14 states.
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Airlines Should 'Treat All Body Fluids as Though They Are Infectious': CDC Ebola Advisory
2014-09-22 08:28:20| Biotech - Topix.net
To combat the spread of the Ebola virus , airlines should treat all body fluids as though they are infectious, according to an update from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A U.S. Department of Transportation rule permits airlines to deny boarding to air travelers with serious contagious diseases that could spread during flight, including travelers with possible Ebola symptoms.
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Zoetis Study Tour Focuses on Tackling Emerging Infectious Diseases in Pigs
2014-09-09 02:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
UK - The pig industry needs to be continually aware of the risk of emerging and re-emerging diseases, world-renowned expert Dr Joaquim Segalés told a Zoetis study tour in Spain recently. The study tour was organised for UK pig veterinarians and leading producers.
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Mercks Investigational Beta-lactamase Inhibitor Relebactam (MK-7655) Granted Qualified Infectious Disease Product (QIDP) and Fast Track Designations by FDA
2014-09-04 15:00:00| Merck.com - Corporate News
Dateline City: WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J. WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Merck (NYSE:MRK), known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has designated relebactam (previously known as MK-7655), the companys investigational beta-lactamase inhibitor, as a Qualified Infectious Disease Product (QIDP) with designated Fast Track status. Language: English Contact: Media:Caroline Lappetito, 267-305-7639orRobert Consalvo, 908-423-6595orInvestors:Joseph Romanelli, 908-423-5185orJustin Holko, 908-423-5088 Ticker Slug: Ticker: MRK Exchange: NYSE read more
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