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Global targets for sodium reduction ‘way off’
Huge efforts are needed for global communities to meet the target of reducing sodium intake by 30% by 2025, according to the World Health Organization. Read more
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New bone cancer drug unveiled
A new drug could treat the main types of primary bone cancer without toxic side effects, British researchers say. Read more
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Low dose radiation ‘linked to increased risk of heart disease’
Exposure to low doses of ionising radiation is associated with a modest increased excess risk of heart disease, researchers report today. Read more
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Outcome inequality in leg artery disease
Common treatments for peripheral artery disease may be prescribed less often and be less effective in women than in men, researchers say today. Read more
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Cancer rates may fall
Cancer rates overall may fall – with the exception of rising lung cancer in women, according to new forecasts. Read more
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New drug for obese could cut stones
NHS specialist weight loss services are to have access to a drug which can reduce body weight by about 12%, it was announced today. Read more
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Children’s development not affected by parents’ sexuality
Children’s development is not affected by their parents’ sexual orientation, according to new analysis reported today. Read more
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Gene test could predict bowel cancer therapy success
A gene test already used by the NHS could help to predict if late-stage bowel cancer patients will benefit from chemotherapy. Read more
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Fertility affected by genetic variants
Fertility is affected by mechanisms that influence reproductive biology and human behaviour, a new study has shown. Read more
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‘Rare’ for people to experience ‘classic triad’ of meningitis symptoms
Most adults and children with meningitis present with one of the three common symptoms but rarely all three, according to a Danish study. Read more