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WHO encourages patient participation for hand hygiene in health care

On Hand Hygiene Day (5 May), the World Health Organization (WHO) is encouraging patients and their family members to join health workers in their efforts to practice good hand hygiene.

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2.4 billion people will lack improved sanitation in 2015

World will miss MDG target

Some 2.4 billion people – one-third of the world’s population – will remain without access to improved sanitation in 2015, according to a joint WHO/UNICEF report.

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Scientists Discover More Genetic Clues to Testicular Cancer

Disease risk is strongly tied to family history.

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Many Heart Defects Aren't Inherited, Study Finds

Researchers also found links between these anomalies and autism.

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Look for New, Improved Sunscreen Labels

Choosing effective sun protection should be easier now, experts say.

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More Time in Gym Class Equals Stronger Kids

And fracture risk doesn't rise when physical activity clock is extended, study finds.

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Fatal Crashes Involving Cellphone Use May Be Under-Reported

Various factors indicate that phone-related road deaths are underestimated, experts say.

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Analysis: Sending the right message on mHealth

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Making healthcare more accessible?

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Africa's Pharmaceutical Industry Faces Numerous Challenges

Providing Africans with affordable health care could be realized if pharmaceutical products were produced on the African continent. The continent faces many challenges before it will be able produce its own medicines.

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Everyday Noise Levels May Affect the Heart

Even not-so-loud sounds seemed to raise people's heart rate in small study.

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