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Star Health
A critical ally in Asia's effort to reduce child deaths
New study shows Hib vaccine protects children from significant burden of life-threatening pneumonia and meningitis, says a press release.
Breathing technique aids asthma
An old-fashioned breathing and relaxation technique could help those with asthma, research suggests.
Soy compound may boost bone density
Supplements containing a soy compound called genistein may help increase women's bone mass after menopause, a study suggests.
An active brain may help keep Alzheimer's at bay
The results of a new study support a number of previous studies that have shown that staying mentally active reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and the mild impairments that precede the
Intercytex artificial skin heals wounds in tests
A British biotechnology company has developed a long-lasting artificial skin that has produced promising results in healing wounds in early clinical trials.
FDA clears rapid blood test for malaria
A new blood test that can identify malaria infections within 15 minutes won approval from U.S. health officials.
Intensivists gathered to form a society
Intensivists (those who look after critically ill patients) of different government and private hospitals form Dhaka attended a get-together recently at Square Hospital in the city, says a press release.
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