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If current trends persist, it could become the world’s biggest killer in just a few decades, researchers said on Tuesday.
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Serum samples taken from recently deceased pigs in Shan State tested positive for African swine fever, marking the virus’ first confirmed appearance in Myanmar.
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In Myanmar, where over half of all mothers breastfeed for the recommended first six months, private-sector workers are entitled to just 14 weeks of maternity leave.
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Several thousand pigs have died in the last 18 days. Serum samples are currently being tested and, if positive, it would be the first instance of the disease in Myanmar.
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The Irrawaddy talks to the Mekong Institute’s Dwight Jason Ronan, Myanmar country coordinator, about food safety at home and in neighboring countries.
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Of 81 deaths related to H1N1 flu infections so far this year, 65 of them were due to complications of preexisting health issues. Once again, Yangon lead the count.
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Drifting haze from fires set to prepare land for planting in palm oil, paper and wood pulp production is a regular and serious problem across Southeast Asia.
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In the majority of cases, the virus alone was not fatal but was a complicating factor for pre-existing conditions. Thirty-three of those deaths occurred in Yangon.
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Officials say U Win Khine's condition is not critical and he is holding meetings and working from home; Agriculture Minister U Aung Thu is helping to run the Electricity Ministry.
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Deaths in Yangon and Sagaing Regions bring the toll of fatal flu infections to five as of Thursday evening, with Yangon Region seeing the most cases.
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Of 20 suspected patients, seven have been confirmed to be infected with the deadly virus, including the three deceased.
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A national blood drive encourages everyone to donate on World Blood Donor Day in an effort to reduce the 100-liter daily national blood bank deficit.
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Food
Organic Valley sells natural food products, supporting chemical-free farming communities in an effort to promote healthier living in Myanmar.
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Dangerous diets have taken over as the world’s biggest killer, as healthier traditional foods are being shunned for Western fast-food diets laden with sugar, salt and fat.
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The Netflix film "Period. End of Sentence." won the Oscar for best short documentary shining a spotlight on a topic rarely discussed openly in the country.
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