North America
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Genetic risk testing for prostate cancer could lead to earlier diagnosis
Incorporating testing for genetic risk for prostate cancer into GP triage and referral processes could lead to earlier diagnosis, researchers say today. Read more
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Rise in intravenous nutrition use among athletes
Elite sport players in European and America are increasingly turning to intravenous nutrition products, experts warn today. Read more
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Biological sex differences behind men’s increased cancer risk
Underlying biological sex differences rather than behavioural differences could be why men are at greater risk of most cancers than women, according to a new analysis. Read more
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New rapid test could diagnose cancers and heart disease
An easy-to-use test has been devised that could speed up the diagnosis heart attacks and cancers, it has been announced. Read more
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Racism linked to pregnancy outcomes in analysis
Racism may be a key factor in poor pregnancy outcomes, researchers say today. Read more
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Call for infection control as mystery child hepatitis spreads
The number of children suffering from a mysterious new form of hepatitis continues to increase, the World Health Organization has reported. Read more
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Mothers’ PCOS linked to children’s health problems
Children born to mothers with polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of developing infections, allergies and other childhood illnesses, researchers report today. Read more
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Adding extra salt to food linked to premature death risk
Adding extra salt to food at the table could lead to an increased risk of dying prematurely from any cause, a study published today has said. Read more
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How heart failure risk rises after surgery
The development of atrial fibrillation following surgery is an important risk factor for heart failure, researchers report today. Read more
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Cannabis users’ increased risk of hospital admission
Canadian researchers have called for curbs on the globally rising levels of recreational cannabis because users have an increased risk of needing emergency care and hospital admission for any cause. Read more