Respiratory
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New warning of TB threat
Two of the world’s biggest health agencies teamed up yesterday to warn of the growing threat of drug-resistant strains of tuberculosis. Read more
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Air pollution risk after heart attack
Air pollution is a special risk for people who have experienced a heart attack, researchers warn today. Read more
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Transplant pioneer works on brain repair
A pioneering transplant surgeon has set out ambitious plans to extend the range of surgery by harnessing the power of stem cells. Read more
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Ozone link to pregnancy problems
Air pollution may be responsible for triggering a dangerous condition in pregnancy, researchers warn today. Read more
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Toughen air standards, Europe told
Europe could face tougher air quality standards in cities following the findings of a World Health Organisation study. Read more
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Smoke-free laws "cut" child asthma risk
Smoke-free laws in England led to a dramatic reduction in children needing emergency treatment for asthma, researchers. Read more
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Cleaning linked to asthma risk
Cleaners, hairdressers, farmers and printers all face a risk of developing asthma because of the chemicals they work with, researchers say today. Read more
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Bacterial resistance tactics revealed
The methods by which some bacteria survive when exposed to antibiotics have been uncovered by scientists. Read more
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Drugs don’t work – for cough
A commonly used antibiotic makes no difference to people who suffer from coughs, according to the findings of a major European study revealed today. Read more
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UK faces cough virus outbreak
Britain is facing a major outbreak of whooping cough, with three deaths in October, a health watchdog warned today. Read more