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In-depth check-ups promised for new mothers
All new mothers in England are to receive an in-depth mental and physical check-up from their GP in the weeks after they give birth, NHS officials have promised. Read more
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Nitrate-raising beetroot juice helps chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A course of nitrate supplements in the form of beetroot juice benefits symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, British researchers report today. Read more
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Control sites of ‘Death Star’ cancer protein identified
The allosteric control sites found in the so-called “Death Star” protein KRAS – one of the most frequently mutated genes in cancers – has been identified, scientists announced last night. Read more
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Call for Barbie to take up surgery
The Barbie doll has been seen as a huge influence on young girls – and has medical kits but only for working in limited areas of medicine, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Lung development “atlas” opens the way for new treatments
British scientists have announced the first-of-its-kind immune cell atlas of the developing lung. Read more
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Noma recognised as neglected tropical disease
The disease, noma, has been named officially a neglected tropical disease, it has been announced. Read more
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Multiple sclerosis vaccine prospect as link to common virus reinforced
Scientists have identified several mechanisms that protect people from an Epstein-Barr virus-induced autoimmune reaction, it has been announced. Read more
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Snakebite treatment hope after drug combination success
New drug combinations could protect snakebite victims from life-changing injuries caused by toxic venom. Read more
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Smoking decline stalls in England
Government targets to make England smokefree by 2030 are “further off track” than previously believed, according to a study published today. Read more
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Global road traffic mortality falling
Road traffic deaths have fallen since 2010, but are still a significant global crisis, a major report says today. Read more