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Zydus Lifesciences has obtained final approval from the USFDA to market Theophylline extended-release tablets (300 mg and 450 mg), a generic medication used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This approval enables Zydus to introduce this medication to the US market, expanding its pharmaceutical offerings.

The R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine, endorsed by the WHO, was manufactured and scaled up by the Serum Institute of India (SII). This vaccine, developed by the University of Oxford, utilizes Novavax's adjuvant technology to enhance its effectiveness in combating malaria.

The major study on the effectiveness of the HPV vaccine in reducing cases of cervical cancer was conducted by researchers at Queen Mary University of London. This study provides valuable insights into the vaccine's impact across all socio-economic groups, particularly highlighting its effectiveness in more deprived communities.

Kawasaki disease primarily affects the heart, causing inflammation of the blood vessels, especially the coronary arteries. This condition is characterized by a high fever and can lead to serious complications if left untreated, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

The West Nile virus was first detected in Uganda in 1937, making it the country where this viral infection was initially identified. This vector-borne disease has since spread globally, including to regions like India, where it was first reported in Kerala in 2011.