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Global failure on child health
The world is failing to protect the health of its children, according to a major report published today. Read more
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Statins may help prevent ovarian cancer
Statins may have a protective effect on the risk of developing ovarian cancer, British researchers reported last night. Read more
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The diseases linked to measles
Adults unprotected against measles may present with a range of illnesses if the virus suppresses the immune system, doctors warned today. Read more
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Cancer studied at cellular level
British scientists have unveiled new techniques that enable them to study the interactions of cancer cells at cellular level. Read more
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Hancock pledges to take on anti-vaxxers after mumps surge
Anti-vaccine campaigners have been blamed for a surge in cases of mumps in the UK in the last year. Read more
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Endometrial cancer genetic risks quantified
Some 24 genetic variants have been identified that together significantly increase risk of endometrial cancer, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Plan to step up Wuhan virus research
Leading researchers have agreed a plan that will see accelerated development of COVID-19 vaccines and other research, it was announced last night. Read more
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Micro RNA clue to cancer therapy
A piece of microRNA could open the way for a therapy for bile duct cancer, British researchers reported today. Read more
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Gene clue to Alzheimer’s protein build-up
Scientists have made new discoveries about the build-up of proteins in the brain during Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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Wearable technology to detect early dementia
A global project is to test the benefits of wearable technology to help early detection of neurodegenerative disease, it was announced yesterday. Read more