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Huntington’s test developed
A test, developed by British scientists, may detect very early signs of Huntington’s disease, it was announced last night. Read more
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Global cancer toll reported
More than nine million people globally will die from cancer this year, about a fifth of them in Europe, according to a new analysis of the worldwide increase in the disease. Read more
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Second monkey pox patient diagnosed
Two patients have been diagnosed in England with the monkey pox virus, found in Nigeria, it has been announced. Read more
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England split by pain divide
England suffers a clear North-South geographical split in rates of chronic pain, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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HIV genome key to antibody development
The genome of HIV could hold the key to unlocking an HIV vaccine – because it determines when humans can develop antibodies, Swiss scientists reported last night. Read more
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Everyone should have blood pressure monitor – campaigners
Every household should have a validated blood pressure monitor to ensure awareness of the risks of hypertension, campaigners say today. Read more
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How ageing is affecting nation’s health
Dementia is likely to be the leading cause of death for both sexes in England within two years as the population ages, according to a major report on the nation’s health published today. Read more
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Drink Free Days campaign targets middle-aged drinkers
Cutting down on drinking is more difficult than improving diet or exercise, a new YouGov poll reveals today. Read more
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Injury risk of female athletes ‘linked to abuse’
The risk of injury among female track and field athletes can be linked to their history of sexual and/or physical abuse, a Swedish study claims today. Read more
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Row over statins for over 75s
Experts have challenged an observational study which rejects the widespread use of statins in patients over the age of 75. Read more