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Millions with mental disorders in the developing world are deprived of necessary treatment and care
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:00:00 +0200
9 October 2008 -- More than 75% of people suffering from mental disorders in the developing world receive no treatment or care. A new WHO programme launched today, on World Mental Health Day 2008 highlights the huge treatment gap for a number of mental, neurological and substance use disorders.
WHO agreed on a research agenda on climate change and public health
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:00:00 +0200
8 October 2008 – A meeting of experts convened by the World Health Organization (WHO) in Madrid agreed today to a research agenda to develop an evidence-based framework for action on the human health implications of climate change.
Public hearing on ways of reducing harmful use of alcohol
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0200
2 October 2008 -- WHO invites all parties with an interest in reducing the harmful use of alcohol to share their views in a web-based public hearing being organized between 3 and 31 October.

NYT > Health

Recipes for Health: Red Chard, Potato and White Bean Ragout
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:15:29 -0000
This comforting stew makes a hearty meal when served with a salad and crusty bread.

CNN.com - Health

Even presidents need time to chill out
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:35:52 -0400
Like the rest of us, Presidents work best when they take regular respites from the burdens of their position, according to White House insiders. From golfing to horeseback riding to bowling, each Chief Executive had his own way of unwinding.
Dalai Lama taken to hospital in India
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:22:58 -0400
The Dalai Lama was hospitalized Thursday night in New Delhi, one of his secretaries told CNN Friday.

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