Europe
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Vegetable and nut oils win US support
Experts have challenged new American guidance stating that omega-6 vegetable oils are "beneficial". Read more
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Negative emotions do not affect IVF success
Women who suffer from anxiety and depression do not have a lower rate of success when undergoing in vitro fertilisation (IVF). They are also no more likely to drop out of treatment, new research suggests. Read more
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Bone marrow treatment turns "tide" on MS
A bone marrow treatment may successfully treat multiple sclerosis, it was announced today. Read more
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Challenge to breast screening
Information given to women about breast screening is "one-sided propaganda", an expert claimed yesterday. Read more
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Clash over acupuncture benefits
Experts have clashed over whether the benefits of acupuncture justify performing the procedure. Read more
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Childbirth water danger
Researchers have discovered that it is possible to drink too much water during childbirth. Read more
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Fainting causes in-flight emergencies
Fainting and stomach problems are the most common medical emergencies on commercial flights, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Pollen tablets can alleviate hay fever
Children who suffer from hay fever may benefit from taking a grass pollen tablet every day. Read more
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Geriatric units improve outcomes, study finds
The care provided in acute geriatric units leads to better outcomes for older people than conventional hospital care, researchers claim today. Read more
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Acupuncture of all sorts relieves headaches
Acupuncture is good at relieving headaches – but it may not need to be precise, according to a new analysis published today. Read more