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Oxford University begins first human trial of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine

Oxford University begins first human trial of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine

Researchers are testing the ChAdOx BDBV vaccine on 50 volunteers to address the Bundibugyo ebolavirus strain currently spreading in the DRC.

Health ·24 Jul 2026, 21:35 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Weizmann Institute Alzheimer's immunotherapy clears Phase 1 safety trial

Weizmann Institute Alzheimer's immunotherapy clears Phase 1 safety trial

A Phase 1b trial of the immunotherapy IBC-Ab002 has successfully met safety endpoints, marking a potential shift in treating Alzheimer's as a systemic immune disorder.

Health ·16 Jul 2026, 14:08 ·Lina Park 3 min read
WHO launches clinical trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo Ebola strain

WHO launches clinical trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo Ebola strain

Health officials have launched clinical trials to evaluate treatments and preventive drugs for the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. The studies target both active infections and post-exposure prophylaxis to combat the ongoing outbreak.

Health ·15 Jul 2026, 01:04 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Biogen tau-targeting Alzheimer’s drug slows cognitive decline in study

Biogen tau-targeting Alzheimer’s drug slows cognitive decline in study

Researchers have unveiled mid-stage trial results for diranersen, an experimental drug that reduces abnormal tau production in Alzheimer’s patients.

Business ·14 Jul 2026, 22:35 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reached 1,502, creating a public health crisis across the nation's eastern provinces. Medical authorities face significant containment hurdles as the virus spreads through areas affected by conflict.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 09:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo begins clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments

DR Congo begins clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments

Health authorities have launched the PARTNERS clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo to evaluate monoclonal antibodies and remdesivir. The study aims to determine the efficacy of these treatments against the rare Bundibugyo Ebola virus strain.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 17:35 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Cancer Research Institute highlights patient success stories for immunotherapy

Cancer Research Institute highlights patient success stories for immunotherapy

Immunotherapy is shifting the survival landscape for patients with advanced cancers by training the immune system to target malignant cells. While these treatments have led to significant clinical breakthroughs, experts emphasize that sustainable research funding remains vital.

Health ·27 Jun 2026, 13:01 ·Lina Park 3 min read