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Chronic diseases — such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease — are now the biggest health threat facing the developing world; more research and stronger health policies will be vital to tackling this crisis.
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Opinions and Analysis
Vietnamese biotech has a healthy future
Vietnam is making rapid progress in developing biotechnology for a healthier society, says biotech expert Thai Nguyen.
Cuba: Gender and geography influence childhood obesity
Being a girl, or growing up in an urban setting, are factors conducive to unhealthy childhood weight gain in Cuba, says Manuel Hernández-Triana.
News and Features
'Backpack' microscope could be used to diagnose TB
A low-cost microsope that can be carried in a backpack could be effective in detecting tuberculosis in rural areas, a study has found.
24 August 2010
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Egypt rejects estimates of high hepatitis C levels
A study suggesting the number of new cases of hepatitis C in Egypt is five times higher than thought has been disputed by health officals.
19 August 2010
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EN
Peru to implement online tuberculosis diagnosis
27 July 2010
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