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Solutions to Cyprus’ falling birth rate discussed at Nicosia conference

Cyprus’ aging population and declining birth rate is a “a national responsibility” which must be addressed, Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides said on Friday. Speaking at a health conference in Nicosia, Charalambides warned the nations’ demographic change will affect the staffing and financing of services, and urged that “preparation must precede the need”. “Health can provide

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Bone Loss: A Silent Disease

About half of women over the age of 50 experience bone density loss, but most don't even know they have a problem. That's why Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein calls it a "silent disease." Dr. Wittstein has been at the forefront of understanding how joint pain and joint …

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New cancer screening programme invites women over 40 for free checks

New cancer screening programme invites women over 40 for free checks, according to information gathered by our newsroom this week.Figures published this week point in the same direction, although analysts caution that one quarter does not make a trend.The next milestone is scheduled for the spring, when a progress report will be presented to the public.The announcement follows months of preparation and consultation with local stakeholders, who...

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Hospital in Prizren receives new MRI scanner

Hospital in Prizren receives new MRI scanner, according to information gathered by our newsroom this week.Organisers expect strong interest and advise those who want to take part to register early through the official channels.For families and small businesses, the practical effect will depend on how quickly the new rules are applied in each municipality.Officials involved in the process said the first results should be visible within the coming...

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