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More intense physical activity benefits heart health
The risk of cardiovascular disease is reduced the more people undertake physical activity that is at least moderate, a new study out today has shown. Read more
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Genetic alternations in glioma brain cancers identified
A range of genetic alterations in glioma brain cancers have been identified that could affect adult brain cancer patients’ responses to treatment and survival. Read more
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Early hope for halting cancer-causing gene
Promising results have been reported in the first trial to effectively inhibit a gene known to cause cancer, a European conference has heard. Read more
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Exposure to anaesthesia in the womb appears safe
New research indicates that the foetus’ brain development is not at risk if pregnant women undergo anaesthesia. Read more
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Call for global climate action to protect health
The world faces a global health crisis linked to over-reliance on fossil fuel, according to a report published today. Read more
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COVID-19 infection increases cardiovascular health risks
COVID-19 infection is linked to an increased risk of poor cardiovascular health and death, especially among those who needed hospital treatment, researchers report today. Read more
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Regular exercise could boost COVID vaccine effectiveness
Regular physical activity may boost the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccination, researchers report today. Read more
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Threat from hybrid viruses studied
Two common respiratory viruses can form hybrid particles with enhanced infectiousness, British researchers warned last night. Read more
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Scientists tackle disease resistance to new cancer drug
British cancer researchers believe they might be able to ensure a “promising” new stomach cancer drug class is used in a way that outsmarts the disease’s ability to develop resistance. Read more
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Cannabis users face increased post-operative pain
Patients who are regular users of cannabis are likely to experience increased pain after surgery, according to a major new study reported yesterday. Read more