SummaryThe Black Death, a mix of bubonic, septicemic, and pneumonic plague, wiped out 60% of Europe's population in the 14th century, spreading via flea-infested rats and human ectoparasites like lice.
SummaryTuberculosis (TB) killed approximately 1.25 million people globally in 2023, surpassing all other infectious diseases, despite being curable with antibiotics. Diagnosis delays and treatment challenges continue to hinder global eradication efforts.
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Measles Cases In US Hit 900 Mark, 10 States Reporting Active Outbreak; Is Prevention The Only Cure?
SummaryThe United States has reported over 900 confirmed measles cases across 10 states, marking the highest surge in years. Health officials warn that low vaccination rates are fueling the outbreaks.
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World Immunization Week: India Pushes To Eliminate Measles And Rubella By 2026
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