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Stroke death rates on the decline in Europe
Deaths from cerebrovascular diseases, such as stroke, have declined significantly in most European countries over the past 37 years, according to new research published today (15 August 2018). Read more
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AI proves effective at eye diagnosis
Scientists have unveiled an artificial intelligence system that can identify more than 50 eye diseases as accurately as medical experts. Read more
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E-cigarette ‘link to COPD’
E-cigarettes may be more harmful than previously believed, British researchers warn today. Read more
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Militia threat to latest Ebola outbreak
The latest Ebola outbreak in central Africa is posing new problems because it is affecting a large urban area with multiple rebel groups operating on its fringes, health officials have warned. Read more
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Source of common kidney cancers discovered
The cancer cells responsible for the most common childhood and adult kidney cancers have been identified, British researchers announced last night. Read more
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Link between appendicitis and allergies
Children with allergies who undergo surgery for appendicitis are less likely to develop complicated appendicitis, a new study has shown. Read more
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Cell Atlas will transform research
A major UK project will create an Atlas of human cells, it was announced today. Read more
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Call for athlete cardiac screening to be stepped up
The number of young sportspeople at risk from undetected cardiac disease may be much higher than previously thought, according to a major UK study published last night. Read more
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Debate over egg freezing
The UK should be cautious about promoting the benefits of egg freezing as a way for women to retain fertility, experts say today. Read more
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Large ADHD drug study released
An expert analysis, published today, sets out the optimum medications for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) for different age groups. Read more