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Sarah Boseley
The testing ground: Could an experimental vaccine save the DRC from Ebola?
The virus’ resurgence, this time in a city of more than one-million people could set the scene for a fast-spreading disaster.
Sierra Leone bans festive gatherings on Ebola fears
The army is to enforce the government’s travel ban during the Christmas period and a military presence aims to deter street celebrations.
Why Ebola hit West Africa hard
Low HIV rates in West Africa meant the region did not benefit from international aid for clinics and staff, leaving healthcare systems to crumble.
Don’t screen, follow Nigeria’s lead
Doctors say the funds spent on airport checks would be better used to stop Ebola at its source.
Warning of 10 000 new ebola cases a week
With the death rate at 70%, new strategies, resources and tough targets are being put in place.
Drug trials go to heart of Ebola
As healthcare systems collapse from the strain, the race is on to find a treatment that works.
Grow your own marijuana policy
With the US defying drug conventions it once policed so heavily, resistance is fertile.
Weight gain ratchets up risk of ovarian cancer
A new assessment of the evidence suggests putting on weight increases one’s risk of the disease.
Fast food linked to child asthma
Extensive research on children is ringing alarm bells about allergies.
Money can’t buy a clean bill of health
Americans may be rich, but they’re fat, sick and dying young, according to an official report, writes Sarah Boseley.
Obesity: Children tip the scales
The drive to prevent childhood obesity in the United Kingdom has not made progress.
Attempts to avert HIV are off target
The death toll is falling but there is still no hope for an end to the worldwide pandemic.
Prevention still better than cure
The prohibitive cost of cancer medicines and their lack of efficacy means early intervention is more important than ever.
Screens risky for toddlers
A new study says televisions, computers, cellphones and console games are causing untold harm to children under three.
Dagga makes teenagers dumber
Teens who are regular users of cannabis are at risk of permanent damage to their intelligence, according to research covering nearly four decades.