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Penicillin allergy link to resistant organisms
Increasing awareness of penicillin allergy may be driving resistance as patients use other antibiotics as first-line treatment, researchers warn today. Read more
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Immune drug for prostate cancer?
Researchers have found promising results using an immunotherapy drug alongside hormone treatment for prostate cancer. Read more
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Heat stable carbetocin could save thousands of lives
A new formulation of carbetocin is set to save thousands of women’s lives by preventing post-partum haemorrhage, the World Health Organisation said last night. Read more
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Period poverty on UK doctors’ agenda
Free sanitary products should be made available for women when necessary, the British Medical Association is stating. Read more
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Endometriosis linked to fatigue
Fatigue is a common symptom of endometriosis, according to a Swiss study, published today. Read more
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Be honest about persistent musculoskeletal pain ‘cure’
Doctors must be more honest with patients about persistent musculoskeletal pain with no obvious cause – because it cannot be cured, according to two experts today. Read more
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New findings on light alcohol intake
Occasional drinking and abstention are the healthiest approaches to alcohol, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Hope for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the lung
Scientists have reported promising results from an established anti-cancer drug for adenocarcinoma of the lung with a specific mutant gene. Read more
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Early TB gene test developed
An international research team has found a potential test to predict active tuberculosis in advance of symptoms developing. Read more
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MMR warning for student Euro-trips
Students planning European tours have been advised to ensure their MMR vaccination is up to date. Read more