Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
48 results for "dengue"
India just approved Qdenga, its first dengue vaccine that protects against all four types of the virus. More than 40 countries already use the vaccine, bringing new hope to a nation where dengue affects millions each year.
Scientists in Singapore turned mosquitoes into disease fighters using naturally occurring bacteria, slashing dengue infections by 70% across entire neighborhoods. The breakthrough offers hope for millions affected by the painful, sometimes deadly virus each year.
When dengue fever hit Peru's capital in unprecedented numbers, one hospital transformed its approach in days and saved countless lives. Their rapid response shows how preparation and expertise can turn a potential disaster into a triumph of public health.
A global research team just launched an €11 million project to bring a single-dose dengue vaccine to sub-Saharan Africa, where climate change is driving a surge in infections. The four-year initiative could protect millions from the mosquito-borne disease that's becoming a growing health threat across the continent.
In Bangladesh, where disease-carrying mosquitoes thrive in waste-filled waterways, 50,000 young volunteers are cleaning their way to a healthier future. Their weekly cleanups are saving lives in a country facing record dengue outbreaks.
Singapore is fighting dengue by releasing 10 million specially bred mosquitoes every week, and it's working. This unusual strategy has cut mosquito populations by up to 90% in some areas.
India just approved its first dengue vaccine that works against all four virus strains, no pre-test needed. The shot protects 84% against hospitalization and could produce 50 million doses annually in India alone.
Scientists in Singapore proved a clever mosquito control method slashes dengue fever cases by 71% and mosquito populations by 77%. It's the first gold-standard study showing infected mosquitoes can protect entire cities from disease.
Sri Lanka is ramping up its battle against dengue after recording over 56,000 cases in seven months, with health officials mobilizing community action and targeting mosquito breeding sites. The country's intensified response shows how communities can tackle public health challenges together.
A simple cardboard trap costing just 500 rupees is breaking the malaria and dengue cycle by stopping mosquitoes before they hatch. After seven years of development, it's already protecting 80,000 people in Mumbai with zero electricity needed.
Google wants to release millions of sterilized mosquitoes in California to combat disease-carrying insects using breakthrough technology. A 2018 trial in Fresno saw a stunning 95% drop in the biting mosquito population.
When neighbors in Alappuzha, India started checking each other's homes for standing water, dengue breeding sites plummeted from 64% of homes to just 9%. Their success shows how powerful community action can be in fighting disease.
Google's Debug is supercharging its Singapore mosquito production facility to fight dengue, expanding by 40% after helping slash cases by 70%. The AI-powered approach has already reduced mosquito populations by up to 90% in covered areas.
Scientists at UC San Diego created a platform that tells governments exactly where dengue and malaria will strike next and what supplies they'll need to fight it. Brazil and Peru are already using it to save lives.
Google wants to fight deadly disease by releasing 32 million bacteria-infected male mosquitoes in California and Florida. The tech giant's innovative approach has already cut dengue cases by 70% in Singapore.
Sudan's Ministry of Health is ramping up vaccination campaigns to combat multiple disease outbreaks, including dengue fever and hepatitis. Health officials are using existing immunization programs to spread life-saving awareness across communities.
Google wants to flood California with millions of sterile mosquitoes to fight disease-carrying invaders. The innovative pest control method could protect millions from dengue, Zika, and other serious illnesses.
A five-year partnership between Tanzania and South Korea is strengthening disease detection labs across the country. Now in year three, the project is tackling cholera nationwide after successful work on dengue and respiratory illnesses.
Sudan's health authorities confirm no cholera deaths nationwide for several consecutive weeks, marking a significant victory in disease control. Health teams are now focusing on containing dengue fever and other emerging health challenges across the country.
Scientists at Google are fighting disease-spreading mosquitoes by releasing millions of sterile males that prevent the next generation from hatching. The innovative approach targets an invasive species responsible for dengue, Zika, and yellow fever without adding more bites.
Showing 20 of 48