What is Dinga-Dinga, The Dancing Plague That Is Spreading In Uganda?

Dinga Dinga in Uganda

Middle: Engraving by Hendrik Hondius portraying three people affected by the dancing plague, credits: Wikimedia Commons, and representational images, credits: Canva

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Updated Dec 23, 2024 | 11:00 AM IST

SummaryAs per the reports, it is affecting women are girls, and is causing severe bodily tremors, which is making it impossible for them to walk, or to do any daily activities. This severe tremors is what locals are calling "Dinga Dinga", or "shaking like dancing".

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World Malaria Day 2025: Theme, History, And Significance

World Malaria Day 2025: Theme, History, and Significance

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 | 07:00 AM IST

SummaryOn this day in 2007, for the first time, the presence of malaria was acknowledged globally, and thus came the World Malaria Day, which is now observed every year on April 25. Know what makes it different with its theme this year. Read on.

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Blood Test That Can Detect 12 Types Of Cancer To Go On Trial In UK

Blood Test That Can Detect 12 Types Of Cancer To Go On Trial In UK

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 | 03:00 AM IST

SummaryInitial tests have produced promising results, having shown that it is able to detect 12 of the most lethal and common cancers, including bowel cancer, at an early stage, with over 99% accuracy.

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Novavax Says FDA Approval Back on Track for Its COVID Vaccine

Novavax Says FDA Approval Back on Track for Its COVID Vaccine

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Updated Apr 24, 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

SummaryNovavax’s vaccine, which is the only protein-based COVID-19 vaccine, is awaiting for its full approval. Once approved, it could remain on the market even after the official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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