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HIV cricket team are positive role models

Cricket is the national sport in Pakistan, but what makes the First Positive Cricket Team stand out from all the other Karachi-based clubs is that its members are all HIV positive.

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The 'invisible' children Millions of people around the world do not have birth certificates, causing them to miss out on free health care and education services.		The search for immortality Vital Signs: The Clinic has teamed up with world-renowned anti-aging experts to bring you a live webcast on November 30 on how to live longer. Ask your questions



Kidney disease rises Kidney disease is becoming a growing problem in developing countries, caused by an explosion in cases of diabetes and high blood pressure, experts say.		Vital Signs health tips Follow a Mediterranean-style diet to stave off the risk of depression. That means avoiding processed foods and opting for a diet rich in fruit, vegetables and cereals.



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Following the suicide of German footballer Robert Enke, a leading doctor answers some key questions about some of the issues associated with depression.

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The Vital Signs team focuses on cancer fighters around the world, including how one cancer survivor is using her knowledge to empower other women in South Africa.

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"Vital Signs," hosted by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent, is CNN's monthly program giving viewers a global look at the world of medicine.

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Thursday 29 October 1130, 1530, 1730
Saturday 31 October 0630, 1630, 1900
Sunday 1 November 0200, 0630, 1400
Monday 3 November 1730

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