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New breast cancer gene variants found
Hundreds of genetic risk factors for breast cancer have been identified in a large genome-wide association study, British researchers have announced. Read more
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E-cigarettes aggravate tobacco stroke risk
E-cigarettes may increase the stroke risk caused by smoking normal cigarettes, researchers warned last night. Read more
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How marathon runners roll back years
People who take up marathon running reverse their vascular age by about four years, according to a major UK study published last night. Read more
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How bariatric surgery cuts melanoma risk
People who undergo bariatric surgery face a "distinct" reduction in risk of developing malignant melanoma, according to a new study. Read more
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Chemotherapy reduction for male cancer patients
Men who undergo surgery for testicular cancer may be able to halve the amount of preventative chemotherapy they take, British researchers have reported. Read more
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New hope for dementia vaccine
Scientists are hoping to instigate clinical trials for an Alzheimer’s disease vaccine after successful laboratory tests. Read more
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Plan to improve migraine care unveiled
NHS officials have unveiled a plan to improve care of migraine and reduce hospital admissions for the problem. Read more
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Lung condition linked to body clock
The circadian clock may have an effect on their risk of developing pulmonary fibrosis, researchers have reported. Read more
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Mosquito leg clue to net success
Mosquitoes that develop drug resistance may have specific mechanisms in their legs that enable them to survive treated bed nets, according to British researchers. Read more
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Genetic risk key to prostate screening – study
A successful prostate screening programme could be targeted at men with high genetic risk, according to a new analysis. Read more