DH funds Islet cell transplant treatment for type 1 diabetes
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A new treatment for type 1 diabetes called islet cell transplantation is being supported by the Department of Health. Islet cell transplantation offers diabetic patients suffering from hypoglycemia a relief by reducing its incidence and allows them to be free of insulin dependence.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2008
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Action to prevent the spread of norovirus infection
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Advice and tips on preventing the spread of Norvirus is outlined. General practitioners have advised the patients to stay at home and stay away from hospitals to prevent its spread.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2008
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