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New drive to tackle dementia globally
The number of people with dementia is set to treble worldwide over the next 30 years, according to the World Health Organisation. Read more
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Healthy diet could reduce MS symptoms
People with multiple sclerosis may suffer fewer symptoms if they eat a healthy diet of fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Read more
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Genetic evidence that education reduces Alzheimer’s risk
A genetics study out today has added further weight to the theory that education helps to protect against Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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Debate over monitoring in labour
This week, experts are debating the question of continuous electronic foetal monitoring for all women in labour. Read more
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Weight loss support beats diabetes
An intensive weight management programme can lead to remission of type 2 diabetes in up to half of patients, researchers report today. Read more
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New traffic pollution health risk assessments
Poor air quality in urban areas is particularly damaging to young children and older adults, according to two reports published today. Read more
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Heart risk from surgery
Patients who undergo non-heart surgery have an increased risk of developing perioperative myocardial injury, according to new Swiss research. Read more
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Poor pancreatic cancer trials letting down patients
A lack of trials into pancreatic cancer is a significant barrier to understanding the difficult-to-treat disease, according to a healthcare analytics company. Read more
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Fake diet pill sales rife in UK – regulators
Warnings have been issued about the dangers of fake slimming pills after one third of dieters admitted to buying pills online, with many suffering side effects such as bleeding. Read more
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HIV drug resistance increasing
Resistance to HIV drugs is rising, according to the largest analysis ever undertaken and reported for World Aids Day. Read more