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Senate confirms Erica ‌Schwartz as CDC Director

CDC has a permanent director in place at last, after the Senate confirmed Erica Schwartz's nomination to what has become a politically charged role.

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HIV resurgence looming as international aid declines

More than 3m people worldwide could be infected with HIV by the end of the decade following a steep fall in international aid funding, says UNAIDS.

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Could microplastics be linked to cardiovascular disease?

People who have a heart attack are more likely to have microplastics in their blood, adding to evidence that plastic pollution may be a health issue.

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Almost half of dementia cases could be prevented, says study

A study has found that nearly half of all cases of dementia are avoidable with lifestyle changes, but current education campaigns have limited effect.

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As Ebola deaths climb, search begins for vaccine

The WHO has held a closed expert meeting to identify potential vaccines for the Bundibugyo species of Ebola and fast-track clinical trials.

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WHO says Ebola outbreak in Congo is a "public emergency"

As deaths from an Ebola virus outbreak in DRC and Uganda rise above 80, the FDA has declared it a public health emergency of international concern.

Senate confirms Erica ‌Schwartz as CDC Director

HIV resurgence looming as international aid declines

Could microplastics be linked to cardiovascular disease?

Almost half of dementia cases could be prevented, says study

As Ebola deaths climb, search begins for vaccine

WHO says Ebola outbreak in Congo is a "public emergency"

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