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Gene variant is ‘natural defence’ against HIV
A gene that acts as natural defence against HIV has been identified in people of African descent, according to a new international study. Read more
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Potential risks of antenatal steroids
Doctors must be cautious when it comes to giving steroid drugs to women who are at risk of giving birth early, researchers say today. Read more
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Meat-free diet may raise hip fracture risk
Vegetarianism has been linked to increased risk of hip fracture in a new UK study. Read more
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Brain-heart rhythms less coordinated with age
Changes in oxygen supply to neurons may have a role in the ageing of the brain, according to a new study. Read more
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Blood pressure risk even with small amounts of alcohol
The amount of alcohol an individual contributes to raising blood pressure – even if they do not have hypertension, according to a major analysis published today. Read more
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E-cigarettes ‘beneficial’ for helping pregnant smokers quote
Pregnant women who smoke should consider e-cigarettes to help reduce the risk of low birthweight, a new study reveals today. Read more
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Robot tentacle could improve lung investigation
A new surgical robot can travel deep into the lungs and could revolutionise diagnosis and treatment, British developers say. Read more
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New hope for Alzheimer’s vaccine
An anti-ageing vaccine may have benefits against Alzheimer’s disease, a scientific conference heard last night. Read more
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Polypills among treatments added to WHO list
Polypills are among drugs added to the World Health Organization’s essential medicines list, it has been announced. Read more
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Autoimmune disease linked to mental health symptoms
There are very high levels of psychological distress among people living with auto-immune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, according to a major study published today. Read more