Europe
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Fresh warning on hospital bugs
Experts have identified another common bug that is developing resistance to drugs and threatening hospital care. Read more
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Bristol lab helped grow Claudia’s new windpipe
British scientists have been talking about their part in creating the first transplant organ created from a patient’s own cells. Read more
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Heart guidelines highlight need for speed
New European guidelines on heart attack management have emphasised the need for fast action and the importance of reperfusion – therapy to restore blood flow to the heart. Read more
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Low allergy plants needed in town centres
Town planners are being asked to consider allergy sufferers when choosing plants for "green spaces". Read more
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Large waistline, shorter lifeline
A large waistline can almost double your risk of premature death, even if your weight is in the ‘normal’ range, British researchers warn today. Read more
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Euro blood pressure problem
High blood pressure is posing a major threat to health across Europe and immediate action is needed to tackle it, say experts. Read more
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Vitamins fail heart trial
The idea that vitamin supplements can prevent heart disease has failed to win support in a major study, a conference was being told today. Read more
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New drug approach to preventing diabetes
Researchers have found a way to manipulate the metabolism and possibly prevent obesity and diabetes. Read more
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Infant infection risks joints
Children who succumb to a serious infection in infancy are at risk of going on to develop arthritis early in their adult lives, researchers warned today. Read more
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Law change call after rugby player suicide
A leading philosopher has renewed calls for the legalisation of euthanasia after the death of a paralysed rugby player. Read more