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Why in the news? New research reveals how Mycobacterium tuberculosis survives in immune cells, highlighting the importance of cysteine synthases in its resistance and potential antibiotic treatment advancements. TB Bacteria’s Immune Evasion Strategies: Survival Mechanism: Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) forms clusters called tubercles in the lungs, protected by lipids. It can remain dormant in cells for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Rwanda is grappling with a Marburg virus outbreak, reporting 46 infections and 12 deaths, primarily among healthcare workers. The situation strains the nation’s healthcare system, which has limited resources, prompting the search for experimental vaccines and treatments to combat the deadly virus. About Marburg Virus Outbreak in Rwanda: Current Situation: Rwanda …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Issues relating to development and management of sectors like health GS 3: Science and technology and its advancement Focus: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is emerging as a global health crisis. Phage therapy, involving bacteriophages, is seen as a possible solution to drug-resistant bacterial infections, offering hope for countries like India facing this threat. …
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