Nobel prize for viral discoveries
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The scientists who discovered HIV will share the Nobel prize for medicine with the expert who linked human papillpoma virus (HPV) to cervical cancer.
Frenchmen Françoise Barré-Sinoussi and Luc Montagnier were recognised for their groundbreaking work in uncovering the virus responsible for Aids.
Harald zur Hausen, of Germany, received the prize for making the link between the HPV and cervical cancer.
More than 25 million people have died of HIV/AIDS since 1981.
Globally, over 40 million people are living with HIV.
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Frenchmen Françoise Barré-Sinoussi and Luc Montagnier were recognised for their groundbreaking work in uncovering the virus responsible for Aids.
Harald zur Hausen, of Germany, received the prize for making the link between the HPV and cervical cancer.
More than 25 million people have died of HIV/AIDS since 1981.
Globally, over 40 million people are living with HIV.
See rest at link
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CherokeeIndian
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wow, i didnt know the numbers of people with AIDS was that high. This just shows how we need more people like these doctors in our world.
- 3 years ago
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CherokeeIndian
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Electric_Curent
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Wow, awesome for these two gentlemen. Talk about making an impact on the world.
- 3 years ago
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Electric_Curent
