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Parental jobs and chemical exposure linked to birth defects
Computer scientists, landscapers and artists are among men whose jobs may contribute to an increased risk for their children, researchers warned today. Read more
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Sunny spirit that aids ageing
A sunny and optimistic attitude is the best way to age successfully, a psychiatry conference was told yesterday. Read more
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Swine flu vaccine mostly safe
The swine flu vaccine is safe for women in the late stages of pregnancy – but questions remain about side-effects in the early stages, according to a major new study. Read more
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Sitting impacts survival – study
Spending too much time sitting down in front of the television or at work may shorten life, according to research published today. Read more
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New HRT rethink plea
A fresh plea is made today for a rethink on the hazards posed to women by hormone replacement therapy. Read more
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Space travel may boost lifespan
Travelling in space might help to extend life, scientists revealed last night. Read more
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Exercise and sport "vital" – experts
Lack of exercise should be treated as a "vital sign" by doctors alongside problems such as obesity and high blood pressure, an expert says today. Read more
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Flu gene may be cure
The flu virus contains a secret gene which can be used to prevent the disease killing its victim, British researchers revealed last night. Read more
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Hope for once-a-day HIV pill
A new once-a-day pill for HIV infection has beaten conventional treatments in a series of trials, it was announced today. Read more
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Coffee may cut heart failure risk
A moderate intake of coffee many help to protect against developing heart failure, researchers say today. Read more