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New swine flu death estimate
More than half a million people may have died during the emergence of the swine flu virus, researchers say today. Read more
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Changes in walking speed could signal dementia
Subtle changes in walking speed among older people could signal early stages of dementia, new research has claimed. Read more
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Diabetes prevention call
Aggressive treatment of people on the path to developing diabetes can prevent it happening, researchers have warned. Read more
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Premature baby rate falls in just three countries
The numbers of premature babies born is rising worldwide – and has fallen in only three countries over the past 20 years, researchers say today. Read more
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Food link to gout
People with gout may need to steer clear of meat and sea-food, researchers warn today. Read more
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Immune boost could fight Alzheimer’s
The human immune system may have the ability to fight Alzheimer’s disease, British researchers say. Read more
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Virtual partner boosts exercise
A virtual partner can help double the length of time people spend on exercise, researchers have found. Read more
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Caesarean link to obesity
Children born through caesarean section face a doubled risk of becoming obese, researchers warn today. Read more
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HRT worthwhile at right age – experts
Hormone replacement therapy continues to benefit women when given at the right time, experts say today. Read more
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Glow hope for medicine
Scientists have taken a further step towards bringing tiny glowing crystals, known as quantum dots, into medicine, it has been revealed. Read more