Asia
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Zebrafish deliver heart regeneration breakthrough
Scientists have made a breakthrough in the search to find ways of repairing damaged hearts, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Cat warning for pregnant
Pregnant women should avoid cat litter and raw meat to prevent complications, experts have warned. Read more
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Dentist link to heart
Professional dental treatment may dramatically reduce the risk of heart attack, researchers have reported. Read more
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New form of Pill linked to blood clots
Women taking oral contraceptives containing a synthetic progestin called drospirenone face an increased risk of dangerous blood clots, researchers warned yesterday. Read more
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Asian obesity needs redefining – professor
The definition of obesity is set too high for people of southern Asian heritage, researchers said last night. Read more
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TB cases fall worldwide
The world has been winning the battle against TB – but the financial crisis may jeopardise further progress, according to a major report published yesterday. Read more
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Outrage as health workers jailed
Up to 20 doctors and nurses have been sent to prison in the Gulf state of Bahrain for alleged involvement in spring protests. Read more
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Breastfeeding and touch may ease pain in newborns
Breastfeeding and massages may help to reduce pain in newborns, delegates at a European conference have heard. Read more
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Saffron passes lab test
The yellow spice saffron may help to prevent liver cancer, researchers reported yesterday. Read more
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TV viewing may cut life expectancy
"Telly addicts", who spend all day flipping channels, may find themselves deprived of up to five years of viewing because of their habit, researchers warned today. Read more