Astilbe x arendsii 'Amethyst'
This is a splendid astilbe for a damp border or pond side where it will produce lush filigree foliage and magnificent feathery spikes of lilac-pink flowers in early summer. It looks best as a large group but even if you only buy one plant you'll ... [... more]
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Roundworm
Roundworms (also known as Ascaris lumbricoides) belong to a large group of worms called nematodes. Roundworms are common human parasites that live in the intestine (guts). Roundworm is rare in developed countries such as the UK. It is most common ... [... more]
NHS Direct |
Ten things you need to know about pandemic influenza
Avian influenza refers to a large group of different influenza viruses that primarily affect birds. On rare occasions, these bird viruses can infect other species, including pigs and humans. The vast majority of avian influenza viruses do not ... [... more]
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