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New Anti-Dengue Strategy Raises Hopes For Universal Vaccine

Scientists have come up with a new strategy that cripples the ability of the dengue virus to escape the host immune system.

Viewing Fukushima In The Cold Light Of Chernobyl

Several studies of Chernobyl are bringing a new focus on the long-term effects of the Fukushima nuclear disaster on Japanese wildlife.

Enzyme ‘Lynked’ To Anemia

A team of researchers has uncovered a link between an enzyme known as Lyn and the blood disorder anemia.

New Test To Detect Dangerous Stage Of TB

Researchers are testing a new strategy to effectively detect the dangerous stage of TB in Pakistani children for the first time.

More Work Needed In Myanmar On Drug-Resistant TB

A WHO report projects that Myanmar will have a US$22 million funding gap for tuberculosis (TB care) and control services.

Flooding Prompts Health Concerns In Philippines

Philippine health officials have expressed concern over the risk of diarrhoea and other water-borne diseases following days of extensive flooding in the north of the country.

Method To Authenticate World’s Costliest Coffee Developed

Scientists have developed the first scientific method to verify the authenticity of Kopi Luwak, the world's costliest coffee.

Source & Evolution Of H7N9 Influenza Virus Traced Through Birds

An international team of researchers has used genetic sequencing to trace the source and evolution of the avian H7N9 influenza virus.

Home Cooking, Traffic Are Main Sources Of Soot From China

Researchers have identified the main sources of air pollution that spreads from China to other parts of East Asia.