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Machine Learning Tool Detects Hepatitis B Early, Saving Lives
For the 916 people in our study, our algorithm could reliably make an intelligent call to accurately predict those infected with HBV. Its discrimination threshold was 90%
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Poor quality antibiotics, source of antimicrobial resistance in Ghana – Microbiologist reveals
he said the study revealed that water used in poultry farms was the source of multi-drug resistant strains.
These include Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi
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Stop using camphor balls to prevent jaundice in babies — Paediatrician warns mothers
“Parents have a critical role to play if newborn jaundice is to be reduced in the region. Let’s abide by the education they give to us.”
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FDA issues stern warning against selling palm oil adulterated with Sudan dye
She also cautioned consumers to refrain from demanding to buy too much-coloured palm oil because it is becoming increasingly difficult to find such a colour these days.
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Binduri Anthrax outbreak: One dead, 11 others infected
A patient has succumbed to a suspected case of anthrax in the Binduri District of the Upper East Region after consuming the carcass of a dead anthrax-infected cow.
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Substitute refined sugar with natural sweeteners for good health – Physician Specialist
, Dr Fuseini urged the public to cut down on refined sugar intake as the body required about 100 calories daily, or approximately six teaspoons of sugar,
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Avocados reduce the risk of prostate cancer, heart disease, and more
Interestingly, many have linked the colour of avocados in Ghana to increase cholesterol and weight. However, this assertion is wrong!
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How fermentation is changing the wellness and nutrition market
“We’re not so sure that fermentation is creating new compounds as much as it’s modifying existing ones.” But either way, he predicts,
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Benin: Meet the Woman Whose Study of Insects Helps Prevent Neglected Tropical Diseases
Africa has made great strides toward eliminating once-killer diseases. According to WHO, 47 African countries have successfully eliminated at least one NTD
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Africa: Wastewater Is a Valuable Source of Information – Africa’s Scientists Need to Use It to Find Drug-Resistant Bacteria
People may consider wastewater as something undesirable that just needs to be flushed away. But studying this valuable resource could provide early warning
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Rejoinder: Herbal Medicines Do Not Kill Malaria Parasites, Misleading
This flaws the statement you made that “no matter the number of herbal concoctions patients consume, that will not clear the parasites from their system”
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1,238 cases of newborn jaundice recorded in Volta Region in 2022
“It is for all of us to go out there and create awareness,” she said, adding that female traditional leaders in her area had taken up media sensitization.
