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New European measles resurgence warning
The UK is one of four European countries where measles has returned following elimination, it was revealed today. Read more
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Antibiotic link to arthritis
Taking antibiotics may lead to an increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis, according to a new study. Read more
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Surgeons save hand after double level amputation
Surgeons have told how they successfully saved a patient’s hand following a double-level amputation. Read more
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Urgent funding needed for safe water services
International organisations have come together to call for greater investment to deliver water and sanitation services in the world’s poorest countries. Read more
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Statin-related muscle pain may be preventable
Patients taking statins may be able to prevent muscle pain through moderate exercise, British researchers report today. Read more
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Menstrual cycle is 29 days average
The average menstrual cycle length is 29 days – but they vary hugely among women, according to the findings of a major global study published today. Read more
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Malaria science advances amid eradication pessimism
British scientists have unveiled major discoveries about malaria – as the World Health Organisation warned the disease would not be eradicated in the near future. Read more
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Half hour daily activity backed in new analysis
People who undertake daily physical activity, regardless of intensity, may gain the optimal health benefits, researchers have reported. Read more
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Polypill success at preventing cardiovascular diseases
A low-cost polypill, which combines four cardiovascular drugs into a single pill, has cut the risk of major cardiovascular events in the first trial of its kind, researchers report today. Read more
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Bowel cancer-antibiotic link examined
Use of antibiotics may be linked to colon cancer risk later in life, particularly tumours in the proximal colon, according to a study of British patients. Read more