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In 2007, improved survey data and methods led to downward revision of HIV/AIDS estimates. The number of people living with HIV continues to rise but is lower than previously estimated. Find out more in World Health Statistics 2008

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MORTALITY AND HEALTH STATUS Burden of disease Causes of death [xls 3.03Mb] Life expectancy Mortality DISEASES Diabetes HIV/AIDS Tuberculosis COVERAGE OF SERVICES Immunization Maternal and neonatal care

RISK FACTORS Alcohol Nutrition Overweight and obesity Tobacco Water and sanitation HEALTH SYSTEMS National Health Accounts Health workforce

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