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WHO urges more countries to require large, graphic health warnings on tobacco packaging

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WHO urges more countries to require large, graphic health warnings on tobacco packaging

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WHO warns against the use of inaccurate blood tests for active tuberculosis

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Scientist tests promising drug on those with Down syndrome

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