UK News
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Could bipolar disorder be diagnosed with a blood test?
British scientists have identified a biomarker that could distinguish bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder, it has been announced. Read more
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Lasting COVID symptoms ‘common’
A ‘significant proportion’ of people who have had COVID experienced lasting impacts, British researchers report today. Read more
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New evidence on rugby brain risk
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy risk is hugely increased amongst longstanding rugby players, according to the findings of a major study published today. Read more
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Biggest boost in cervical cancer care in 20 years announced
A short course of induction chemotherapy may significantly improve survival of patients being treated for cervical cancer, British researchers report today. Read more
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Children’s kidney cancer breakthrough
An international team of scientists has had a breakthrough in a potential treatment for the world’s leading cause of kidney failure in children needing dialysis, it was announced last night. Read more
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Septoplasty more effective than nasal sprays
Straightening a crooked septum through surgery is more effective than treatment with nasal sprays, according to a trial reported today. Read more
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£1.7m national trial for bronchiolitis launched
A new national trial has been launched to establish the most effective breathing support for babies hospitalised with bronchiolitis. Read more
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Brain metal levels linked to Huntingdon’s disease
Unusual levels of various metals have been observed in human brain tissue from patients with Huntington’s disease, researchers have announced. Read more
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Poor results for polygenic risk tests
Genetic screening based on multiple genes is “not very accurate” at predicting future disease, British researchers say today. Read more
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Advanced prostate cancer drug resistance ‘reversed’
Drug resistance in prostate cancer could be reversed by blocking the messages that target white blood cells, according to new research involving British scientists. Read more