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Diet could slow motor neurone disease
A high-carbohydrate, high-calorie diet could delay the progression of motor neurone disease, according to a pilot study published today (28 February 2014). Read more
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Tobacco link to breast cancer
Young women who become heavy smokers place themselves at increased risk of developing a common form of breast cancer, researchers warned yesterday. Read more
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Texting while driving ‘must stop’
Texting on mobile phones may be responsible for a growing number of accidents, doctors have warned. Read more
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Fast food feeding obesity epidemic – WHO
Human girth is growing with the popularity of fast food, researchers warn today. Read more
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Reaction clue to health
Middle-aged people with slow reactions may be at increased risk of dying young, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Plague study raises new concern
A study of 1,500 year old skeletons has raised new concerns about the threat of the plague to humanity, researchers said last night. Read more
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Fish oil boost for elderly brains
The link between consuming fish and brain power is controversial – but a new study claims a link with brain health in old age. Read more
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Doctors launch campaign to cut sugar
A major world-wide campaign is being launched today to highlight the link between sugar consumption and growing rates of obesity and diabetes. Read more
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Fitness challenge to UK women
British women may be among the world’s most inactive, according to a stark new analysis of cancer deaths. Read more
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Young drinkers’ DNA affected by alcohol
Young people’s DNA could be affected when they drink alcohol, a preliminary study has found. Read more