Before a drug is deemed suitable for human use it has to undergo rigorous testing, which can take up to 12 years. However, counterfeit and poor-quality medicines have surged the global pharmaceutical market and are thought to be responsible for the deaths of over 250,000 children each year. Many falsified medicines include anti-malaria drugs,…
Science
UEA researches vital micronutrients
Crucial to insuring the human body continues to function, micronutrients are essential vitamins and minerals that every person around the world needs in a balanced diet. Deficiencies in micronutrients – such as iron, magnesium, and vitamin A – can be life threatening, but having too much of a nutrient can also be detrimental to one’s…
Environment, Science
Project to improve Europe drinking water
The University of East Anglia are to launch a £7.6m research project to improve the safety of European drinking water.
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WHO declares Norwich a ‘healthy city’
The World Health Organisation has added Norwich to the worldwide network of healthy cities.
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