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Vision tests to map Parkinson’s cognitive decline
New research is suggesting that a simple test of vision can predict the risk of cognitive impairment and possible dementia among people with Parkinson’s disease. Read more
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Geneticists warn of "coercive" collection of DNA
Genetics experts have called for scientific journals to re-examine academic papers where there are question marks over consent for DNA collection. Read more
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More research on 5G networks ‘needed’
A British academic has called for a halt to the global roll out of 5G until safety concerns are properly addressed. Read more
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Simple, cheap test can help save lives from colorectal cancer
A simple and cheap test can help to identify individuals who are at risk of developing colorectal cancer, new UK research reveals today. Read more
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How euthanasia rates vary across The Netherlands
Regions of The Netherlands have recorded a seven-fold unexplained variation in euthanasia rates, according to new analysis published today. Read more
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Ovarian cancer classification system validated
A newly developed method for subtyping ovarian cancer has been validated as accurately predicting disease outcome. Read more
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How alcohol consumption increased in first lockdown
A quarter of adults in the UK drank more alcohol than usual during the first COVID-19 lockdown, with younger women more likely to have increased their consumption, according to a new study today. Read more
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Nanobodies "promising" against COVID-19 infection
Nanobodies have been developed that can prevent the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus from entering human cells – even if the virus mutates, several research teams have announced. Read more
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Alcohol patterns and frequency linked to health
Some patterns of drinking behaviour may reduce risk of alcohol-related health problems, researchers have reported. Read more
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Awareness during anaesthesia raised during Caesarean section
The rate of ‘accidental awareness’ under general anaesthetic is much higher than expected during Caesarean section, according to a new analysis. Read more