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News Update From Rate My Hospital
» Malaria deaths underestimated 05 Feb 2012
The number of deaths worldwide from malaria may be seriously underestimated, and could be almost twice as high as previously believed, according to new research.
The new study estimates that in 2010, 1.24 million people died from malaria, which is carried by mosquitoes. in...
» Financial hit for back pain sufferers 04 Feb 2012
People who take early retirement due to back pain face long-term financial difficulties, according to a new study.
Arthritis Ireland has said initiatives are needed to help people with back problems to continue to play an active role in the workplace.
Australian scientists...
» Stroke risk for those with anaemia 03 Feb 2012
By Gillian Tsoi
People with anaemia are three times more likely to die after a stroke, according to new research from the US.
Anaemia occurs when the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Having the condition will more than triple a person's chance of dying within a...
» STIs double among older people 03 Feb 2012
By Gillian Tsoi
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have doubled among the older population in the past decade.
Adults over 45 are being urged to practice safer sex after new figures emerged that incidences of STIs in 50-90 year olds are twice as they were high as ten years...
