Category Archives: International

Threats to Mankind from Drug Resistant Bacteria and Viruses

Posted on August 18, 2014 by

The risk of an end to the human race may sound like science fiction. However, there are only a small number of threats that could theoretically lead to the extinction of mankind. The four main concerns that most experts share … Continue reading →

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Are pharmaceutical mega-mergers in the public interest?

Posted on May 2, 2014 by

The main reason for governments around the world to encourage the pharmaceutical industry is to support Research and Development –  R&D – with a view to the discovery of new drugs of future benefit to mankind. Commercial pharmaceutical companies have played … Continue reading →

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We must redouble our humanitarian efforts for Syrians

Posted on September 2, 2013 by

What denotes a country’s international standing? It’s economic, military or foreign policy? It’s record on human rights or humanitarian assistance? It’s democratic procedures, or former empire or scientific influence? Ask ten people and you will get ten different answers. Yet … Continue reading →

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