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Results of an updated analysis of trends in human African trypanosomiasis from 2000 to 2018
A detailed analysis of human African trypanosomiasis data systematically collected by WHO in the years 2000-2018 in the HAT Atlas was published in PloS NTDs showing the updated picture of…
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Virgin Voyages Cancels Sailings Through October 15
In an announcement made by Tom McAlpin, president and CEO of Virgin Voyages, he said it will be cancelling all sailings through October 15, 2020. The first sailing is currently…
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Exciting new results from long-acting PrEP study show it to be effective in preventing HIV acquisition in men who have sex with men and transgender women
The HIV Prevention Trials Network (HPTN 083) study on the safety and efficacy of the long-acting injectable antiretroviral drug cabotegravir (CAB LA), for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in HIV-uninfected cisgender men…
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World No Tobacco Day 2020 awards – the winners
Every year, WHO recognizes individuals or organizations in each of the six WHO Regions for their accomplishments in the area of tobacco control. This recognition takes the form of WHO…
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Island Destination Debuts New Private Summer Camp Experiences
As part of the rollout of Island Destinations’ new U.S. domestic portfolio, it announced it has launched a private destination family summer experience. As part of the portfolio, a customized program will…
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U.S. Extends Travel Restrictions With Mexico Through June 22
As a result of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, the United States Embassy and Consulates in Mexico announced on Wednesday that the temporary travel restrictions with Mexico and Canada have been…
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Alitalia to Resume Direct Flights to New York in June
Alitalia will resume from June 2 its nonstop Rome-New York service, direct flights to Spain (Rome-Madrid and Rome-Barcelona) and nonstop flights between Milan and southern Italy. The airline will operate 36…
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LATAM Group to Increase Flights in June and July
LATAM Airlines Group and its affiliates announced it will gradually increase its international and domestic operations during June and July, offering passengers more flexible options, lower fares and increased sanitary…
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The Travel Corporation Unveils Enhanced Protocols for Guided Vacations
The Travel Corporation (TTC) and its numerous guided vacations brands (Trafalgar, Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Contiki and Costsaver) have announced their newly enhanced COVID-19-related protocols and hygiene standards for when…
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Club Med Launches “Safe Together,” Pegs Florida Resort Reopening
Club Med announced Wednesday the development of “Safe Together,” new hygiene and safety protocols that will be implemented in all of the brand’s resorts. In addition, it said that Club Med Sandpiper…