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Tian (left) and Alif, players of Garuda Lions FC, pick up rubbish on the field as they have been taught to do at the club.
Tian (left) and Alif, players of Garuda Lions FC, pick up rubbish on the field as they have been taught to do at the club.
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Free of charge: Local soccer club gives underprivileged kids chance to play

Moved to do good for the community, a married couple founded a soccer club for underprivileged kids to play in for free.

2 years ago
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The technology fighting Rwanda's silent killer of women

When Rwandan villager Lillian was diagnosed with cervical cancer, she feared that her life was over. But a new gadget offered her hope.

2 years ago
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Indonesian single mother wins bodybuilding contest

A Jakarta working mother becomes a champion at the NPC Singapore Showdown bodybuilding contest   

2 years ago

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11-minute daily walk could prevent one in 10 early deaths: study

Physical activity is known to reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and other leading causes of death, but exactly how much is needed to have an impact has been unclear.

2 years ago
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Hard fight: Combatting childhood cancer in Indonesia

Experts share practical tips on how to look out for and fight cancer in Indonesian children.  

2 years ago
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Flowers and face masks as Chinese tourists return to Thailand

Chinese tourists bounded back into Thailand on Monday after Beijing eased travel rules.

2 years ago
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New initiatives seek to improve cancer detection and treatment in Indonesia

A public-private partnership has resulted in three new programs to improve the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in the country. 

2 years ago
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Expert tips: How to reduce skin problems from face masks and hand sanitizer usage

Dermatologists talk about how to protect the skin while taking preventive measures against COVID-19.

2 years ago
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Health tips: How to prevent and control diabetes

Experts share new facts about diabetes and practical tips to prevent and control the chronic disease. 

2 years ago
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'Death every day': Fear and fortitude in Uganda's Ebola epicentre

The reappearance of the virus after three years has sparked fear in Uganda as the highly contagious disease makes its way through the country of 47 million people.

2 years ago
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Indonesian dermatologists to research cure for balding and acne problems

Five groups of dermatologists and scientists won the Hair and Skin Research Grant 2022 to embark on research to help patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and acne problems. 

2 years ago
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Gates Foundation pledges US$1.2 billion to eradicate polio

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation on Sunday pledged to invest US$1.2 billion towards wiping out polio as health experts from around the world gathered for a summit in Berlin.

2 years ago
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To live another day: cancer survivors gain strength from trials

Cancer is one of the most life-threatening health conditions, but it can also be a learning and inspiring chapter in someone's life story. 

2 years ago
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'What have they done?' Flip side of Turkey's dental boom

Attracted by the promise of the perfect smile at an unbeatable price, 150,000 to 250,000 foreign patients flock to Turkey every year, according to the Turkish Dentists' Association (TDB), making it one of the world's main dental tourism destinations alongside Hungary, Thailand and Dubai.

2 years ago
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Targeting mutation slows breast cancer spread, study finds

The progression of certain types of breast cancers can be slowed by identifying a particular genetic mutation and then quickly adapting treatment, a first-of-its-kind study showed on Friday.

2 years ago
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Legal marijuana, but Uruguayans still prefer black market

Uruguay was a pioneer in the legalization of recreational cannabis use, a move that helped to push many drug traffickers out of the domestic market.  

2 years ago
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‘Tremendous hope’: New cystic fibrosis treatment changing lives

David Fiant says his cystic fibrosis and the arduous therapy it required was so bad he "could no longer tell if I was living to heal myself or healing myself to live".

2 years ago
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Babies in the womb react differently to flavors: Researchers

Babies in the womb are big fans of carrots but not so much leafy green vegetables—and show it in their faces, scientists said in a new study published on Thursday.

2 years ago
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Bangladeshi mystic fights demons with psychiatry

Evil spirits bedevil the families that seek blessings from an elderly Bangladeshi mystic -- but he knows his prayers alone are not enough to soothe their troubled minds. 

2 years ago
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Smoke and mirrors: How Big Tobacco hides cigarette ads in plain sight – pt. 2

Using social media and influencers, cigarette companies have found ways to hawk their products without obvious advertising. In this second part of a two-part story, we discuss how they target Indonesia’s younger generations.

2 years ago
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‘Didn’t understand my suffering’: When children get migraines

Studies have found that 5-15% of children suffer from chronic migraines, but the symptoms are often overlooked.

2 years ago
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Celebrate National Customer Day with special promos from Morula IVF

As proof of its service excellence, Morula IVF (Morula) is celebrating National Customer Day with prizes and special promotions.

2 years ago
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Morula IVF Makassar gives IVF treatment free of charge to celebrate anniversary

Morula IVF Makassar marked its fifth anniversary by launching Morula Care, a corporate social responsibility (CSR) program providing in-vitro fertilization (IVF) for one set of expectant parents experiencing financial difficulty.

2 years ago
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Morula IVF Tangerang opens at Mentari Hospital

Morula IVF Tangerang officially opened as a part of Mentari hospital on Saturday (27/07/2022). Morula IVF Tangerang is strategically located to make fertility treatment more accessible to everyone and furthers the company’s reputation as the leading comprehensive IVF clinic service center in Indonesia.

2 years ago
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Beijing’s pet lovers turn to acupuncture to treat their furry friends

Strapped in tight, the prone poodle nervously eyes the vet as he gently sticks fine needles into its back and paws, summoning the ancient art of acupuncture to treat the pet's aches and pains.

2 years ago
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Everyone’s sorrow: Families of dementia patients share their highs and lows

Families of dementia patients open up about the never-ending challenges of caregiving.

2 years ago
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Gaming time has little effect on short-term mental health: study

The short-term mental-health impact of playing video games "is probably too small" to be noticeable, according to a major study by the University of Oxford published on Wednesday.

2 years ago
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Fourth person 'cured' of HIV, but is a less risky cure in sight?

AIDS researchers announced on Wednesday that a fourth person has been "cured" of HIV, but the dangerous procedure for patients also battling cancer may be little comfort for the tens of millions living with the virus worldwide.

2 years ago
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Mothers of cerebral palsy children fight for medical marijuana

The legality of medical marijuana remains in limbo but proponents continue to wage their campaign.

2 years ago
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Smoke without fire? Researchers question heated tobacco products

Heated tobacco products, or HTPs, are often confused with e-cigarettes, which heat liquid that can contain nicotine but do not involve tobacco leaf.

2 years ago

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