Immune system
Fruit Flies’ Defences Against Common Bacteria
In a recent groundbreaking study, researchers have delved into the intricate immune systems of fruit flies, shedding light on their ability to combat common bacteria found in their food. Understanding the Study Focus: Fruit Flies The research primarily focused on ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Peru has recently declared a state of national emergency in response to a significant increase in Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) cases. GBS is a rare neurological disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the peripheral nervous system, leading to potential ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is CAR T-Cell Therapy?
Researchers recently found that CAR T-Cell therapy is a good cure for Ovarian cancer. The therapy was tested on mice and found to be effective. Immuno suppressive nature of cancer cells in the ovary was a major hurdle for scientists. ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is Breakthrough Infection?
The public health experts recently announced that the increase in “breakthrough infections” in the country may be due to the mutant varieties. What are Breakthrough infections? The Breakthrough infections are those where the COVID-19 virus (or any other virus) is ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2021
Brazil: Sputnik V vaccine supply had live cold virus
The Health Regulator of Brazil recently announced that the Sputnik V vaccines of Russia carried live cold virus. It has thus raised questions about the integrity of the manufacturing process of the virus. This issue has come up due to ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2021
World Immunisation Week
The World Immunisation Week is celebrated every year in the last week of April. It aims to promote the use of vaccines. This year, in 2021, the World Immunisation Week is to be celebrated under the following theme: Theme: Vaccines ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2021
Mucormycosis and COVID-19
The Gujarat Government recently issued advisory on Fungal infection called “Mucormycosis”. It is a serious infection with a mortality rate of 50%. It compromises the immune system. About Mucormycosis It is a rare fungal infection with continuous headache and heaviness ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2020
‘Tribes India On Wheels’: Mobile Vans launched by Tribal ministry
The Minister of Tribal Affairs, Sh. Arjun Munda launched the “Tribes India On Wheels” Mobile Vans, virtually on Wednesday. A total of 57 mobile vans have been flagged off in 31 cities. TRIFED has adopted the title ‘Go Vocal for ..