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Procedure reduces infection risk in women at risk of pregnancy loss
Women who are at risk of pregnancy loss and need a specialist surgical procedure could benefit from a procedure that reduces infection, according to a new UK study published last night. Read more
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Circadian rhythm genes can predict best cancer treatment time
Three genes linked to circadian rhythms could help to predict when breast cancer patients should receive their radiotherapy, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Pandemic reversed progress in global health – UN
A decline in almost every key indicator of health around the world has been found in a new report by the United Nations. Read more
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Global cost of physical inactivity
The world is paying a high price in poor health from growing levels of physical inactivity, the World Health Organization warned today. Read more
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How COVID impact on mortality continues
Many European countries, including Scotland, have faced a prolonged slump in life expectancy levels following the arrival of the COVID pandemic in 2020, according to a stark new analysis published last night. Read more
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Backing for primary care blood tests for cancer diagnosis
A new analysis, published today, supports the benefits of improving access to blood tests in primary care for patients who may have cancer. Read more
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How pandemic lockdowns hit birth rates
Birth rates in Europe dropped by about a seventh as a result of the first wave of the pandemic, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Dementia signs identified up to nine years before diagnosis
Signs of brain impairment can be identified up to nine years before dementia-related diseases are diagnosed, researchers report today. Read more
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Mediterranean diet ‘does not decrease dementia risk’
The so-called Mediterranean diet does not decrease the risk of developing dementia, a new Swedish study claims. Read more
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Neurostimulation may improve swallowing difficulties
Neurostimulation could improve ability to swallow in patients affected by conditions such as stroke, according to a new UK study. Read more