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• Palau
  ...Belau''), is an island country located in the western Pacific Ocean. It is not a medical term, but it is relevant to the field of [[Tropical Medicine]] du ...diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of death in Palau, accounting for a significant proportion of all mortality. The most common NCDs in Palau are cardiovascul
  2 KB (360 words) - 06:26, 4 February 2024
• Xinjiang
  ...andarin words "Xin" meaning new and "Jiang" meaning frontier or border) is not a medical term, but a geographical region in northwest China. It is known f Infectious diseases are a significant health concern in Xinjiang. The region has a high prevalence of [[Hepatitis
  2 KB (308 words) - 13:51, 5 February 2024
• Non-renewable resource
  ..."non-renewable resource" is derived from the English words "non-", meaning not, "renewable", meaning able to be renewed, and "resource", meaning a source ...s the consumption of a resource faster than it can be replenished. It is a significant issue with non-renewable resources.
  2 KB (270 words) - 06:13, 11 February 2024
• Nonparametric statistics
  ...ameters, but that the number and nature of the parameters are flexible and not fixed in advance. ...hese methods are often used when the assumptions of parametric methods are not met, or when dealing with ordinal data or data on an interval scale.
  2 KB (266 words) - 14:56, 11 February 2024
• Public policy
  ...rnment]], including laws, regulations, decisions, and actions. The term is not strictly limited to these actions, but can also include the behavior of cer ...individual or organization that has significant political influence but is not allied to any particular country or state.
  1 KB (174 words) - 23:44, 8 February 2024
• Healthcare in Senegal
  ...viders, including both for-profit and not-for-profit entities, also play a significant role in the healthcare system. These include clinics, hospitals, and pharma ...reducing the prevalence of these diseases in recent years, but they remain significant public health challenges.
  2 KB (262 words) - 22:12, 11 February 2024
• Charles bonnet syndrome
  ...ndition characterized by complex visual hallucinations in individuals with significant vision loss. The syndrome is named after the Swiss naturalist and philosoph ...hallucinations are typically non-threatening and are only visual; they do not involve sounds, smells, or other sensations.
  2 KB (241 words) - 22:05, 13 February 2024
• Stannosis
  ...is generally considered a benign condition and does not typically lead to significant lung damage or impairment. ...ic medical treatment is required as the condition does not typically cause significant lung damage.
  2 KB (232 words) - 23:24, 5 February 2024
• Borneo
  ...world and the largest in Asia. It is not a medical term per se, but it is significant in the field of [[Tropical Medicine]] due to its rich biodiversity and uniq ...ite parasite, transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Borneo has a significant number of malaria cases due to its tropical climate.
  2 KB (299 words) - 20:41, 12 February 2024
• Charles Bonnet Syndrome
  ...ndition characterized by complex visual hallucinations in individuals with significant vision loss. The syndrome is named after the Swiss naturalist and philosoph ...ual in nature. Other senses, such as hearing, smell, taste, and touch, are not affected.
  2 KB (251 words) - 21:44, 14 February 2024
• Tuvalu
  ...slands, is a Polynesian island country located in the Pacific Ocean. It is not a medical term, but it is relevant to the field of [[Tropical Medicine]] du ...ommunicable diseases''' (NCDs) are medical conditions or diseases that are not infectious. They are also known as chronic diseases because they tend to be
  2 KB (296 words) - 21:18, 4 February 2024
• David Green (social entrepreneur)
  '''David Green''' is a renowned [[social entrepreneur]] who has made significant contributions to the field of [[healthcare]] and [[medicine]]. His work pri ...ing surgery accessible to millions of people worldwide who otherwise could not afford it.
  2 KB (292 words) - 19:49, 12 February 2024
• COVID-19 pandemic in Iran
  ...mic in Iran''' (pronunciation: /koʊvɪd naɪnˈtiːn pændɪmɪk ɪn ɪˈrɑːn/) is a significant health crisis that has affected the country of [[Iran]] since early 2020. ...ran were reported in February 2020. The virus spread rapidly, leading to a significant number of infections and deaths. The [[Iranian government]] implemented var
  2 KB (249 words) - 22:41, 7 February 2024
• Marshall Islands
  ...including [[diabetes]], [[hypertension]], and [[obesity]]. There is also a significant burden of [[communicable diseases]], including [[tuberculosis]], [[dengue f * [[Non-communicable diseases]]: Diseases that are not passed from person to person.
  2 KB (296 words) - 23:13, 9 February 2024
• Figitumumab
  ...fix suggests its use in tumor-related conditions. The origin of "Figi-" is not known. ...C), [[prostate cancer]], and [[sarcoma]]. However, the trials did not show significant improvement in patient outcomes, leading to the discontinuation of its deve
  1 KB (195 words) - 17:52, 6 February 2024
• Saredutant
  ...s for the treatment of anxiety and depression. However, as of 2020, it has not been approved for use by any major regulatory authority. * [[Anxiety disorders]]: A group of mental disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear.
  2 KB (214 words) - 04:30, 6 February 2024
• Drinks
  ...ins, fruits, or other sources of sugar. The consumption of alcohol plays a significant social role in many cultures. '''[[Soft drinks]]''' (pronunciation: /sɒft drɪŋks/) are drinks that do not contain alcohol and are often carbonated. They are usually sweet and served
  2 KB (302 words) - 16:18, 4 February 2024
• Visual release hallucinations
  ...unced sharl bon-ay), are complex visual hallucinations in individuals with significant visual loss. The term was first coined by the Swiss naturalist [[George de ...at occur in the absence of external stimuli, typically in individuals with significant visual loss. These hallucinations are often vivid, well-formed, and can ran
  2 KB (275 words) - 04:07, 12 February 2024
• Non-governmental organizations
  ...ions that operate independently from government control. The term "NGO" is not universally defined, and is often used interchangeably with terms like "civ Despite their significant contributions, NGOs have also faced criticisms. Some critics argue that NGO
  2 KB (311 words) - 07:18, 13 February 2024
• Magnetocardiography
  ...does not require any incisions or injections. It is also painless and does not expose the patient to any radiation. Furthermore, it can provide more detai ...cting certain types of heart conditions, such as those that do not produce significant changes in the heart's magnetic field.
  2 KB (271 words) - 01:52, 8 February 2024

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