Biotechnology

Veteran becomes first with bionic hand in country

A veteran has become the first person in the country to be attached with an advanced bionic hand capable of conveying sensations, regaining the ability of gripping objects after 17 years.

Gendarmerie Specialized Sergeant Yılmaz Yiğit lost his two arms, along with one leg and one eye, as a result of bomb explosion during a PKK operation in the southeastern province of Şırnak in 2007.

Bulgaria Enforces Vehicle Disinfection at Borders Amid Small Ruminant Plague in Greece

Due to small ruminant plague outbreaks in Northern Greece, Bulgaria mandates vehicle disinfection at all border crossings starting August 5. Animals will undergo PCR testing, and border crossing will be allowed only after a negative result. Authorities advise against mixing herds and urge monitoring for symptoms....

Measles Cases Across Europe Continue to Surge, Putting Millions of Children At Risk

Rapid response to measles outbreak is critical, as cases this year predicted to soon exceed total number reported in 2023

Measles cases across Europe continue to surge, with the number of measles cases recorded for this year soon to exceed the total number of cases reported throughout 2023, warned WHO and UNICEF today.

Pharmaceutical industry spring summit: Greece at the heart of pharmaceutical innovation

The Prime Minister's meeting with the CEOs of the world's largest industries in the sector marks the beginning of a new era that will upgrade our country, attracting billions in investment. Huge potential for growth in biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, digital health, clinical trials and biopharmaceutical services for the benefit of the national economy and citizens

Remarkable Case: German Receives COVID-19 Vaccine 217 Times

Doctors report an unusual case involving a 62-year-old man from Germany who received 217 Covid vaccinations against medical advice. The peculiar incident has been documented in The Lancet Infectious Diseases journal, reported by BBC. These vaccinations were privately obtained and administered over 29 months.

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