Health

January 9, 2012

HIV Still Increasing Sharply in Bali

DENPASAR Officials have expressed dismay that while worldwide HIV infections continue to decline Indonesia, including Bali, is in the midst – Read More...
January 9, 2012

Probe into Bali Tattoo HIV Infection Report

Indonesian authorities are investigating the case of an Australian who is believed to have been infected with HIV while getting – Read More...
December 19, 2011

Activists Say Support Lacking for HIV Children

DENPASAR A senior activist has said that there is not enough government support provided for children suffering from HIV-AIDS in – Read More...
December 19, 2011

Island’s Hospitals Have Domestic Abuse Teams

DENPASAR Bali’s hospitals are now equipped to deal with cases of domestic violence and child abuse, according to officials. IB – Read More...
December 19, 2011

Vaccine Attacks Breast Cancer in Mice: Study

Scientists in the United States say they have developed a vaccine that attacks tumours in mice, a breakthrough they hope – Read More...
December 12, 2011

Exercise in Futility

A government official from Jakarta attempting to stamp out endemic corruption in Bali is wasting his time by saying it – Read More...
December 12, 2011

Fish ‘Boosts Heart Health’ in Young Women

Women of childbearing age can reduce their risk of heart problems by regularly eating fish rich in omega 3 fatty – Read More...
December 12, 2011

Fake Malaria Drugs a Growing Problem, Say Experts

Fake or poor-quality malaria drugs are boosting resistance in parts of southeast Asia, a problem that is likely to worsen – Read More...
December 5, 2011

Tuberculosis on the Rise in Denpasar

Tuberculosis is an increasing issue in Bali, according to health officials. Recently released figures for 2010 show a total of – Read More...
December 5, 2011

Global AIDS Funding Cuts Will Affect Millions, Activists Say

A US$1.6-billion cut in funding for AIDS treatment could affect millions of people as donors failed to meet commitments to – Read More...