Category Archive For "Health"
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IVF myths: What’s the real story behind In Vitro Fertilization?
When it comes to Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), there are plenty of myths and misinformation out there. Some say that these medical interventions increase your chances of multiple births, while others say your baby will be at an increased risk of birth defects. If you’ve been struggling to conceive in China, it can be reassuring …
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Beijing flu shots: Prepare now for influenza season
No matter what a person’s reason is for moving to Beijing, one thing is true for all people in the city: You have to breathe the same air as everyone else. As unpalatable as this truth may seem, given the general quality of Beijing’s air to begin with, it becomes even more so when we …
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New guide compares public and private Shanghai healthcare
If you’re new to the city, or looking to learn more about your Shanghai healthcare options, our new Public and Private Healthcare in Shanghai guide could prove to be a valuable resource in helping you find the best care possible. Best of all, the new free guide answers the top questions asked by expats moving …
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Pregnancy technology for tech-savvy parents and parents-to-be
Let’s face it, welcoming a new addition to the family can be daunting, but pregnancy technology may just help make things incredibly easier for parents and parents-to-be. From conception to pregnancy and beyond, a growing number of consumer gadgets and tools are helping those who want to be more involved in their own care. Due …
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China bird flu cases are surging, in deadliest outbreak since 2009
Recent news headlines have reported a surge in the China bird flu death toll, where in the months of January and February a total of 140 people died from the deadly H7N9 strain of the bird flu virus. The amount of deaths in the first two months of 2017 alone has already surpassed the annual …