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Cervical cancer control is feasible in the developing world for the first time, thanks to new screening techniques and HPV vaccination.

Scientists look at HIV variation, how the world gained its 'roof', gaps in Himalayan climate data, and more.

Addressing cultural factors when designing HIV prevention strategies could overcome their inadequacy for women in Puerto Rico, says a study.

South Africa is set to approve a change to its medicines approval process that opponents fear will circumvent evidence-based evaluation.

Lebanon has launched an awareness campaign on counterfeit drugs, but commentators say the move doesn't go far enough.

The effects of toxoplasmosis infection on the eye are more severe in Brazil than in Europe, says a study.

A study has found low condom use among communities at risk of HIV in Paraguay, suggesting that it is a key driver of HIV infection.

Coastal cities threatened by climate change, Nigerian research positions 'poor performance', researchers breed better sorghum, and more.

Researchers have found that Chinese rabies cases have risen dramatically in recent years, matched by inadequate treatment.

Indian HIV vaccine passes first trials, US$6.25 million transgenic crop initiative launched, cholera past offers new insights, and more.

Scientists have recommended the antiretroviral drug efavirenz for patients suffering from both HIV and tuberculosis.

The United States is set to debut a voucher scheme to encourage pharmaceutical companies to produce drugs for tropical diseases.

Earlier measles vaccination recommended, sexual violence escalates Liberian mental health problems, Nigeria creates metal antibiotics, and more.

An epidemic of kidney disease among farming communities in Sri Lanka is puzzling doctors and researchers.

Circumcision can be cost effective and reduce the risk of human papillomavirus infection, researchers have announced.

About 60 per cent of the patients with extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis can be cured by combining five different drugs, says a study.

Researchers say they have found a strong link between the use of antiretroviral therapy and prevention of new HIV infections.

The Caribbean — the second-most affected region in the world by HIV/AIDS — is launching a US$7.73 million plan against the virus.

Clinton gets involved in malaria drug prices, Sri Lanka launches rival to UN development index, Bangladesh gains landmass, and more.

Failure to find an HIV vaccine candidate should not mean shutting down clinical trial centres in Africa, say researchers.