Browsing: Vaccines

DKSH Pioneering Vaccine Distribution and Cold Chain Management in Asia

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DKSH, a leading market expansion services provider with a focus on Asia, has significantly contributed to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Thailand and across Asia.As countries grappled with the logistical challenge of distributing vaccines, DKSH’s Business Unit Healthcare played a pivotal role in ensuring millions received their doses in a timely and effective manner. Dr Varun Sethi, Regional Vice President, Commercial Outsourcing & Cluster Head for APAC, shares the different initiatives by DKSH across Asia.

Hilleman Laboratories Launch $20m Vaccine Facility in Singapore

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In a notable development for the healthcare sector, Hilleman Laboratories has inaugurated a US$20 million vaccine production facility in Singapore.  This facility, located at Depot Road, is poised to play a crucial role in manufacturing and developing vaccines and biologics.

Groundbreaking Dengue Vaccine Shows Promise in Asian Trials

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The new vaccine, trialled in Bangladesh, offers hope against the debilitating dengue virus. The fight against dengue, a persistent health challenge in Asia, is seeing a promising light. A dengue vaccine, trialled in Bangladesh, demonstrates potential in combating the viral disease.

Asia’s Most Common STDs

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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a growing concern worldwide, particularly in Asia, where high population density and varying levels of sexual health education contribute to their prevalence. This article will shed light on the most common STDs in Asia, their symptoms, and the importance of early detection and prevention.

Let’s Get Back to Vaccines: World Immunization Week 2023

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Vaccines have been a vital tool in protecting people from diseases for more than two centuries. They have helped keep families and communities healthy and safe, and the value of vaccines is immeasurable. The last week of April marks World Immunization Week, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccines in protecting people of all ages against preventable diseases.