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Breaking News: researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia have identified potent antifungal compounds within the leaves of Malaysian mango varieties, offering a potential natural option to conventional treatments for fungal infections. This discovery, detailed in recent studies, could significantly impact pharmaceutical advancement and agricultural practices.
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