Waive off clinical trials for biosimilars on WHO, UK format, says plea to Centre
Advocacy groups say move will ensure accessibility and affordability of mABs and other bio-therapeutics in the country.
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Covid-19 spreading fast, over 13,000 new cases in a day
WHO says Delta and Omicron are twin threats that are driving up cases to record numbers, again leading to spikes in hospitalisations and deaths.
Respirator, gloves, eyewear & PPE must for health workers: WHO on Omicron
The WHO guideline emphasises the use of respirator along with other PPE by health workers performing aerosol-generating procedures.
68% FMCG products don't meet WHO nutrition standards: AIIMS
Findings support FSSAI’s plans to adopt a front-of-the-pack food label.
Vaccine cos, scientists in war mode to tame Omicron coronavirus
The quartet of vaccine-makers from the western world are ascertaining the need to tweak their vaccines for the Omicron, whereas WHO states it is too early to comment on its virulence.
Special WHO session on global pandemic response
The session will establish an intergovernmental negotiating body to draft the instrument. This body is expected to submit its outcome for consideration by the 77th World Health Assembly in 2024.
'Moderate' taxes on tobacco under review; brace up for more
Nine-member group to develop roadmap for tobacco tax policy to help India comply with WHO norms.
Bharat Biotech to make WHO-backed GSK malaria vaccine for kids
GSK to make 15 million annual doses, transfer technology to Hyderabad-based firm for long-term antigen production
Despite Covid-19, record capital raised in FY21
The pandemic, ultimately, was unsuccessful in denting the country's capital raising confidence, as India Inc. raised over ₹1.88 lakh crore, beating the record of over ₹1.75 lakh crore raised in FY18.
Hope and prayer: Race for the Covid-19 vaccine
As the world awaits a panacea for Covid-19, pharma companies have their feet firmly on the accelerator to get people a safe vaccine to stem the spiral of death and illness looming over humanity.
