HIV-AIDS Care and Prevention in Holguin
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In the province of Holguin, the HIV-AIDS epidemic reports an increase with 65 people infected between January and June this year, 15 more than in the same period of 2017, despite the educational and preventive policy of the Cuban State regarding Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)..
Holguin to Mark World Breastfeeding Week
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The province of Holguin will mark the World Breastfeeding Week from August 1 to 7, with activities aimed at achieving greater sensitivity among mothers and relatives on the importance of breastfeeding starting within one hour after birth until a baby is 6 months old.
Holguin: CIRAH Applies Neurosciences for the Treatment of Ataxia
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The application of neurosciences in the treatment of patients with Spinocerebellar Ataxia type II (SCA2) stands out among the main results of the Center for Research and Rehabilitation dedicated to this pathology in the province of Holguin.
Holguin: Social Project Benefits the Disabled
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A teaching program that includes access to culture and art for people with physical and motor disabilities is part of the actions of the Modesto Fornaris Psychopedagogical Medical Center in the province of Holguin.
Cuba's Biopharmaceutical Industry Develops over 400 Projects
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Several research projects are developed by the Cuban biopharmaceutical industry, including those aimed at preventing and treating neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular diseases and cancer, according to officials from the sector.