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India Develops Indigenous Handheld X-Ray for TB Screening, Dengue Vaccine on Horizon

17 Oct 2024 • At the 19th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities (ICDRA), ICMR Director General Dr. Rajiv Bahl announced a breakthrough in tuberculosis (TB) diagnostics: a new, cost-effective, handheld X-ray device developed by IIT Kanpur and ICMR.

The device, priced at less than half of imported alternatives, aims to enhance TB screening, especially in remote areas.

Dr. Bahl also revealed promising developments in dengue prevention, with phase three trials of an indigenous dengue vaccine underway, expecting results on safety and efficacy within a year. Both advancements mark significant strides in India's public health efforts.

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