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Gel hope for cartilage
Scientists have developed a jelly that could have a dramatic impact in aiding the healing of damaged cartilage, it was reported last night. Read more
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Are antioxidants dangerous for late-stage cancer patients?
High levels of anti-oxidants, such as many vitamins, may aggravate late-stage cancer, a genetics pioneer says today. Read more
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Depression link to diet fizz
Drinking low-sugar versions of fizzy drinks may aggravate depression, researchers reported today. Read more
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Migraine-epilepsy gene link
People who suffer from epilepsy have an increased risk of developing migraine with aura because of a genetic link, according to a new analysis. Read more
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New hope for Alzheimer’s
Scientists have offered hope of a radical new drug treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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Overweight or healthy weight?
Calling people "overweight" may give a false impression of the state of their health, researchers revealed yesterday. Read more
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Rock’n’roll toll hits soloists hardest
Kurt Cobain and Marc Bolan may have been in bands – but it is the solo rock and pop stars who are most likely to suffer an early death, researchers report today. Read more
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Hope for bio-pacemakers
Scientists may have found a way to create biological pacemakers for heart patients, it was announced last night. Read more
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New threat for women smokers
Women who smoke face a "significantly" increased risk of suffering a sudden heart attack, researchers warned last night. Read more
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How coffee guards mouth
Coffee addicts may be enjoying protection from cancers of the mouth, researchers reported yesterday. Read more