Government Invests $40 Million to Accelerate MND Fight in Honour of Neale Daniher
The Australian government has announced a significant $40.1 million investment to establish the Neale Daniher National MND Clinical Network. This initiative, a partnership with Neale Daniher's organisation FightMND, aims to accelerate research, expand clinical trials, and improve care for individuals living with motor neurone disease (MND). Key Takeaways A $40.1 million grant will fund the Neale Daniher National MND Clinical Network. The network will focus on research, clinical trials, and improved patient care for MND. The initiative aims to encourage pharmaceutical companies to conduct drug trials in Australia. It seeks to make participation in clinical trials more accessible, especially for [...]
Nipah Virus Scare: Asia Tightens Airport Screenings Amidst India Outbreak
An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India has prompted heightened alert and increased screening measures at international airports across several Asian countries. While the confirmed cases remain confined to India's West Bengal province, neighbouring nations are taking precautionary steps to prevent potential cross-border transmission of the highly fatal virus. Key Takeaways Two cases of Nipah virus confirmed in India's West Bengal. Nearly 200 contacts traced and tested negative. Several Asian countries, including Thailand, Nepal, Singapore, and Hong Kong, have implemented enhanced airport screening. Nipah virus has a high fatality rate (40-75%) and no vaccine or specific treatment. Heightened [...]
Cat Boarding For Your Beloved Pets
Any pet owner knows the predicament that arises when taking a holiday. Do you leave the cat or dog at home, and get a relative or neighbour to food it and change its water regularly? This can be a viable solution when going on a short trip, but is it the best option? For longer trips (and maybe even shorter ones), pet owners are advised to put their animal in a cattery. Provided you choose the right facility, a cat boarding centre will look after your animals with as much love, affection and care as you do. You can leave [...]