Gastroenterology
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Gut bacteria linked to eczema
Young children with eczema have a broader range of gut bacteria than others, according to a new study. Read more
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Scan hope to boost cancer treatment
Some patients with bowel cancer should be given six weeks of chemotherapy before having surgery, according to the findings of a major UK study. Read more
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Gene key to iron cancer link
A genetic study casts new light on how red meat and other iron rich foods may cause bowel cancer. Read more
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Liver virus’s silent spread
The number of people in Britain infected with the hepatitis C virus is approaching a quarter of a million – and this is having an impact on illness, according to stark new figures published today. Read more
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Screening helps early diagnosis
People who take part in screening for bowel cancer can benefit massively from early diagnosis, researchers report today. Read more
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Tackle common child diseases – Unicef
More than two million children could be saved every year by stepping up simple treatments to tackle two common illnesses, experts have warned. Read more
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Cancer patients to test curry spice
Patients in Leicester, UK, are set to be the first to test the potential of curry spices to treat cancer. Read more
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Aspirin may combat bowel cancer
New findings, published today, reinforce the potential benefits of aspirin for patients with bowel cancer. Read more
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Alert on farm visits
Parents and teachers have been urged to take precautions as the spring brings the "animal petting" season. Read more
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World cholera threat underestimated
The world-wide problem of cholera is ten times greater than official figures show, researchers have warned. Read more