Lancet
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Uptake of vaccination against human papilloma virus (HPV) remains low among adolescent girls in Hong Kong, China, despite long-standing vaccine availability. We examined predictors of Chinese parents' decision-making regarding their adolescent daughters' vaccination using an extensively modified Theory of Planned Behaviour. ⋯ Hong Kong Government's Health and Medical Research Fund (HMRF 11121501).
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An ageing population and lifestyle changes have led to increased cardiovascular disease-related morbidity and mortality in China, where an estimated 230 million people have cardiovascular disease. Long-term antiplatelet therapy with aspirin and clopidogrel are used for treatment and post-stenting primary prevention of acute coronary syndrome, but the risk of bleeding complications is high. This study aimed to identify the target of the newly developed antiplatelet agent ADTM, originating from traditional Chinese herbs. We also investigated the antiplatelet and cardioprotective effects of ADTM. ⋯ The National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC-81403139) and University of Macau (MYRG2015-00161-ICMS-QRCM).