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20% of schoolchildren in Sri Lanka suffer from malnutrition – Health Ministry - Ada Derana
The Sri Lankan Health Ministry recently highlighted critical public health
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India assists Sri Lanka in opening new Surgical Unit - News On AIR
India assists Sri Lanka in opening new Surgical Unit News On AIR
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On Statins or Beta-Blockers? Watch for These Heart Medication Side Effects - AOL.com
On Statins or Beta-Blockers? Watch for These Heart Medication Side Effects AOL.com
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Core values drive Black and Hispanic parents' decisions on vaccinating their kids against COVID-19
New research highlights critical areas in public health and women's
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Cell-type-resolved genetic variation shapes inflammatory bowel disease risk - Nature
Cell-type-resolved genetic variation shapes inflammatory bowel disease risk Nature
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Walking lowers your risk of dying? Heart surgeon shares 3 incredible benefits of consistent walking | Health - Hindustan Times
Recent medical insights, highlighted by heart surgeons including Dr
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250 Suspected Meningitis Cases Reported Across Sri Lanka - Newsfirst.
Sri Lanka is currently experiencing a concerning rise in suspected viral illnesses
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Newsfirst.
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45–60 children born annually with Thalassemia, Health Ministry reveals - Ada Derana
The Ministry of Health has recently highlighted significant figures concerning
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As dementia cases rise, researchers develop AI tool to improve diagnosis accuracy
As global dementia cases, including Alzheimer's disease, are
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MedicalXpress
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Experts warn of increase in U.S. food swamps: No substantial progress reducing food deserts for millions of people
A recent study by American Cancer Society researchers highlights
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MedicalXpress
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Three studies used by RFK Jr and allies to justify controversial vaccine policies changes facing new scrutiny - The Guardian
Recent reports highlight that three studies frequently cited by RFK
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The Guardian