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from or mentioning the United Kingdom
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Museum flags up its biggest project in decades at Cambridge University
A Maori flagpole gifted to Prince Edward in 1920 gains a new home at Cambridge University's Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology this week after languishing largely forgotten for almost 100 years.
'Incurable' cancers receive more investment in Cancer Research UK's £1.5 billion science strategy
Cancer Research UK has launched an ambitious five-year plan which will see the charity spend around £300 million a year on core areas of science to reduce cancer deaths - including greater investm...
Early HIV testing and treatment can save newborn lives
Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve the prospects for survival of newborn babies exposed to HIV, according to a report just released by UNICEF and three partner UN agencies. The...
Nursing students struggling in tough financial times
Almost three quarters of UK nursing students have had to get a second job just so they could afford to study and nearly half have considered leaving their course altogether, according to a report f...
International Inspiration to realise global vision for London 2012
International Inspiration is a partnership to create lasting opportunities for children and young people in schools and communities across the world, particularly in developing countries, through t...
Terrence Higgins Trust gets Swansea involved in World AIDS Day
HIV and sexual health charity, Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) is calling for people in Swansea, Wales, to get involved in World AIDS Day by attending an event, making a donation to support local HIV ...
Terrence Higgins Trust and Oxford University team up for World AIDS Day debate
The Terrence Higgins Trust and the Stop Aids Society at Oxford University are holding a World AIDS Day debate at Exeter College. The debate, focused on HIV related stigma and discrimination, is ope...
Half of nurses injured by needles while a third fear contracting HIV or Hepatitis
A recent report from the Royal College of Nursing indicates that nurses want their employers to do more to prevent needlestick injuries. For example, 95% of nurses regarded the availability of safe...
UNICEF welcomes initiative to aid children affected by conflict
UNICEF launches a group to amplify the voice of those suffering as a result of conflict. The group has been established by young people who have experienced the hardship children face in conflict z...
