Bird-flu cluster may signal spread in a human chain

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A small cluster of avian influenza cases have been discovered in a family in Indonesia. Family caregivers of the avian influenza patients developed the disease as well, although people with casual contact were not infected. The World Health Organization is considering convening international experts and whether to launch a pandemic alert.

Indonesia, Health policy

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Beijing speeds bird-flu reporting

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Health authorites from China have promptly reported cases of avian influenza to the global community, giving cautious optimism. Chinese researchers have also made a tentative offer to share virus samples. The strain of avian influenza is "H5N1", a deadly type.

International politics, Reports, International relations, Agricultural policy, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

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Novartis to establish drug R&D center in China

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Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis AG is building a research-and-development center in China, with hopes of lowering production costs as well as breaking into the Chinese market. Novartis is investing $100 million in the venture.

Foreign operations, Marketing procedures, Facilities & equipment, Pharmaceutical preparations, Global Marketing, Pharmaceutical industry, Switzerland, Novartis AG, Buildings and facilities, NVTSY, International marketing

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