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Hope for new psoriasis treatment
A possible new therapy for psoriasis has shown promise, a European conference has heard. Read more
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COVID-19 antibody therapy candidates identified
UK scientists have identified a potentially ground-breaking antibody combination that could be used as a “cocktail” against COVID-19, it is revealed today. Read more
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Breast cancer and HRT risks evaluated
New estimates of the increased risks of breast cancer associated with different hormone replacement therapy preparations in the UK are published today. Read more
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Drug trial for Parkinson hallucinations
An anti-nausea drug is being tested to see if it can reduce the hallucinations which affect people with Parkinson’s disease. Read more
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Vitamin D linked to respiratory disease including COVID-19
A large proportion of patients hospitalised with COVID-19 have a deficiency of vitamin D, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Air pollution link to some COVID-19 deaths
About 15% of COVID-19 deaths globally could be attributed to long-term exposure to air pollution, a new study claims today. Read more
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New generation BRAF inhibitor shows promise
A drug designed to work against a range of BRAF mutations in several cancers is showing early promise, a European conference heard last night. Read more
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India trial finds limited effectiveness from convalescent plasma
Using convalescent plasma to treat moderately ill COVID-19 patients did not reduce severity of the illness or risk of death, according to the findings of a small clinical trial published today. Read more
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COVID-19 vaccine trials do not assess severe disease
Mass vaccination could be introduced against COVID-19 without any evidence indicating it could save lives, an expert warns today. Read more
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Asthma treatments linked to bone health
Some asthma treatments may be linked to a raised risk of osteoporosis and fracture, researchers warn today. Read more