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Molecular patterns could ‘predict breast cancer recurrence’
Examining molecular patterns could help to ascertain how breast cancer will develop and if it could return after treatment, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Plan to predict Parkinson’s
Researchers have appealed for thousands of volunteers to help with a major project aimed at mapping the early development of Parkinson’s disease. Read more
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Gynaecologists to tackle fertility confusion
A summit of gynaecologists is to take place to help tackle widespread concern among women about the quality of information they receive about their fertility, it has been announced. Read more
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On-line aid helps men make prostate choices
An on-line calculator can give patients with prostate cancer a highly accurate prognosis – enabling them to choose whether to undergo treatment or not, British researchers announced last night. Read more
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Small cancer risk from infertility
Infertility in women is linked to a very small increased risk of cancer, new research suggests. Read more
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Air pollution threat measured
Air pollution is a larger threat to global health than previously believed, researchers have warned. Read more
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Flu pandemic protection call from WHO
The world needs to step up preparation to protect the population from pandemic influenza, the World Health Organisation has warned. Read more
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PARP inhibitors could boost immunotherapy
PARP inhibitors could be combined effectively with immunotherapies to destroy tumours in several kinds of cancer, according to a joint Anglo-French project. Read more
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Extend anti-hypertensive medication – guidance
Up to 700,000 extra people could be advised to take anti-hypertensive medicines in a major shift of guidance published today. Read more
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Hepatitis C success for London
Regular screening of HIV-infected patients has helped to reduce hepatitis C infections among this group by 70% in London, an international conference heard yesterday. Read more