North America
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Gene points to new form of congenital muscular dystrophy
Scientists have discovered a new form of congenital muscular dystrophy caused by mutations in a previously un-linked gene. Read more
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VR challenge for cancer researchers
Virtual reality tumour maps and other virtual realisations are the aims of researchers awarded major "cancer challenge" awards. Read more
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New warning on e-cigarettes
A senior European cardiologist has called for public health campaigners to be careful of promoting e-cigarettes after new evidence linked them to potential cardiac risk. Read more
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RNA key to Ebola prognosis test
Scientists have found a test which could help predict whether patients infected with Ebola are likely to live or die, it has been announced. Read more
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Soft robot that aids heartbeat
An Irish scientist has played a leading role in developing a "soft robot" that can mimic cardiac muscles, it was announced last night. Read more
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Amygdala key to stress-heart link – study
Researchers have found a direct link between brain activity and cardiovascular disease caused by stress, it was announced today. Read more
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Anaemia may protect children against malaria
Anaemia protects children again malaria – and providing iron supplements removes this protective effect, a new American study has revealed. Read more
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Gastric bypass beneficial to severely obese teens
Gastric bypass surgery can help severely obese teenagers maintain their weight loss, although they may need to undergo additional procedures to deal with complications, two studies reported today. Read more
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Fish oil-heart benefit backed
A new review of the evidence to date confirms previous findings that increasing omega-3 intake in the diet may well be beneficial for the heart. Read more
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Promise of heart failure trial
A growth factor drug has shown promise in tackling heart failure in early clinical trials, it has been announced. Read more