Serum Institute of India (SII) working on vaccine for Mpox outbreak: CEO Adar Poonawalla
Wednesday, 21 August 2024 () Following the state government's guidelines on Mpox response, Serum Institute of India (SII) CEO Adar Poonawalla announced ongoing efforts to develop a vaccine, expecting positive results within a year. Despite testing concerns over a new Mpox lineage, experts reassured that mass vaccination is unnecessary but may prioritize high-risk groups with multiple sexual partners.
The Indian government is ramping up its response to the Mpox outbreak, following the World Health Organization’s global health emergency declaration. In a move to safeguard public health, the Centre has ordered heightened vigilance at all major airports and border land ports, particularly those...