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Wednesday 21 November 2007
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Scientists Testing New HPV Vaccine
Written by Catharine Paddock
US scientists are testing a new vaccine that protects against infection by nine of the most harmful strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). The vaccine is called nine-valent, and is being tested by researchers based at...
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Pedometers Helped Increase Physical Activity, Lose Weight And Reduce Blood Pressure
Written by Catharine Paddock
A new US study found that using a pedometer, an inexpensive pocket sized device that counts the number of steps a person takes in a day, helped normally inactive people become more physically active, lose weight and reduce blood pressure...
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Pediatrics / Children's Health photo
Rapid Response Saves Children's Lives In Hospital
Written by Catharine Paddock
Proactive deployment of rapid response teams, even on a gut feel, to intervene in the care of sick hospitalized children, rather than cautious watching and waiting can significantly reduce deaths, said researchers and...
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