Desertification called global health threat

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The United Nations (UN), in an effort to draw attention to the increasing degradation of the earth's fragile ecosystems, declared 2006 the International Year of Deserts and Desertification. Such degradation can cause mass migration, famine, massive dust storms, and political instability. The UN will work to raise awareness of the problems caused by this phenomenon and encourage local governments to take steps to protect and restore dry lands by implementing land management strategies.

Management dynamics, Services information, Management, Services, Biodegradation, United Nations, Company business management

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Gene discovery speeds progeria research

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Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome is a rare disease that speeds the aging process so much that children with the disorder die from diseases typically associated with advanced age, usually in their early teens. The product of LMNA gene, a protein called lamin A provides the scientists a considerable amount of research to build on and speeds the process.

Science & research, Research, Genetic aspects, Progeria

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Syphilis rates rise among men

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A report in 2004 revealed that an increase in high-risk sexual behavior among men who have sex with men might be the cause of a steady rise in syphilis rates among men. Sexually transmitted diseases pose a significant and ongoing threat to Americans, especially young women, men who have sex with men, and people of color.

Risk factors, Surveys, Men, Men's health, Syphilis, Sexual behavior surveys, Sexual behaviour surveys

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