Europe
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Doubts over cancer AMI care
Cancer patients who suffer acute myocardial infarction get inferior treatment to other patients, according to a European study. Read more
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Brain scientists form International Lab
A major international collaboration will seek new understanding of the brain, it was announced today. Read more
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Ethics anniversary honoured
This week has marked a major anniversary in the development of medical ethics and the drive to prevent doctors taking part in abuses such as those perpetrated in the early 20th century. Read more
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Budget cigarettes ‘killing’ infants
The sale of budget cigarettes across Europe has contributed significantly to infant mortality, researchers warned today. Read more
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Robot assistance for uterus transplants
Swedish surgeons have begun using robot-assisted procedures to perform uterus transplants, it has been announced. Read more
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Hormone treatment backed for PCOS
Hormone treatments are safe and effective to use for polycystic ovary syndrome, according to the results of a small trial conducted in Spain. Read more
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Diet and exercise improve asthma
A healthy diet and taking more exercise can benefit people with asthma, even if they are of a healthy weight, a European conference will hear today. Read more
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Genetic variation behind type 1 diabetes development
A specific genetic variation could lead to late onset type 1 diabetes, a European conference hears today. Read more
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Asthmatic children more likely to be given antibiotics
Children with asthma are often likely to be prescribed antibiotics – even though there is no evidence to suggest the medication is effective, a European conference has heard. Read more
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E-cigarettes linked to cardiovascular risk
E-cigarettes with nicotine can cause arterial stiffness, which could increase the risk of heart attack and stroke in later life, Swedish researchers warn today. Read more