Leprosy Genomics: Modern Science Fights Ancient Disease

Despite being curable with multidrug therapy (MDT), leprosy continues to impact millions globally, and a disturbing trend is emerging: increasing resistance to dapsone, rifampicin, and clofazimine – the cornerstones of MDT. This isn’t simply a story of medical setbacks; it’s a warning about the fragility of global health security in the face of evolving pathogens … Read more

Pacific Dengue & Whooping Cough Outbreaks: Response & Prevention

The Pacific Island nations, already facing unique vulnerabilities due to climate change and geographic isolation, are battling a surge in infectious diseases – dengue fever and whooping cough – highlighting a critical need for robust regional health security. The Doherty Institute’s Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (VIDRL) is proving to be a linchpin in the … Read more