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PTSD risk for child sepsis survivors
About a third of young children treated for sepsis later show symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, a European conference has heard. Read more
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Tackling resurgence of measles a priority – conference
Leading microbiologists have called for urgent measures to tackle the resurgence of measles. Read more
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Hope for proton therapy after drug breakthrough
Cancer patients needing proton therapy could benefit from more effective treatment after scientists in Norway discovered that light-activated drugs transform the treatment. Read more
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How vegetarianism affects health
Vegetarians and pescatarians enjoy low coronary heart disease risk – but may face increased risk of stroke, according to the findings of a major study published today. Read more
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Machine learning boosts cardiac risk profile
New technology can spot several of the underlying red flags for a future heart attack, British developers say. Read more
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Statins benefit peripheral arterial disease
Adhering to statin treatment can reduce the risk of death among patients with peripheral arterial disease, Swiss researchers have reported. Read more
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Lifetime benefits of healthy cholesterol and blood pressure quantified
People with genetically low cholesterol and blood pressure levels enjoy significant lifetime protection against cardiovascular disease, according to the findings of a major study unveiled yesterday. Read more
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Risk factors main cause of young coronary artery disease – conference
Only a minority of young patients with coronary artery disease are victims of genetics, according to analysis presented at a major conference. Read more
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Unvaccinated students hit by measles and mumps
Shortfalls in vaccination are responsible for increasing rates of measles and mumps, public health experts have warned. Read more
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HRT cancer link "not new"
Women who take menopausal hormone therapy face a significantly increased risk of developing breast cancer, according to the findings of a major study published today. Read more