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Chemical that could boost biomaterials
British scientists have unveiled a new technique aimed at “revolutionising” the use of traditional materials in wound healing and implants. Read more
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Female heart risk gene pin-pointed
A British-led study has identified the first gene linked to a major cause of acute coronary syndrome in young women, it was announced last night. Read more
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Backing for pre-term family room care
Providing care for pre-term babies in single family rooms improves some outcomes – but there is no evidence yet they improve neurodevelopment, researchers report today. Read more
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AF biomarkers could aid screening
Two biomarkers can be used to identify atrial fibrillation in high risk patients, British researchers report today. Read more
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Ration screen time – GP leaders
Parents may need to ration “screen time” for their children – but as part of a programme of positive activities, according to guidance issued for GPs today. Read more
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Obesity is a disease – physicians
Obesity should be recognised as a disease, according to the Royal College of Physicians of London, UK. Read more
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Pregnancy and kit pull men to HIV testing
A pregnant woman may often be the key to persuading a man to take an HIV test, according to the findings of a major study in Africa. Read more
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Cancer breath test project launched
Ambitious plans to develop a single breath test for multiple cancers were announced today. Read more
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Neoadjuvant treatment complication studied
A recent study has identified a new link between chemotherapy for breast cancer and the spread of the disease. Read more
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National drive to cut sugar intake
Children in England have consumed 18 years’ worth of sugar by the time they are ten, campaigners claimed today. Read more