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Ultra-processed foods linked to cancers
Eating ultra-processed foods may be linked to increased risk of head and neck cancer and oesophageal cancer, researchers say today. Read more
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Living 3D materials used to study CF
Scientists have developed a 3D biofilm that can be used to reproduce the lungs of cystic fibrosis patients to support improved research, it has been announced. Read more
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Heat-related deaths in Europe in 2022 revised up
High temperatures may have led to more than 70,000 excess deaths in Europe during the summer of 2022, according to a study published today. Read more
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Molecular causes of rare neurological condition revealed
Molecular defects that cause a rare developmental brain condition in children have been identified for the first time by British researchers. Read more
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NHS to trial new prostate screening techniques
The NHS is to launch a major prostate cancer screening trial, it has been announced. Read more
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‘Staggering’ increase in measles deaths, warns report
More than 130,000 people – mainly children – died of measles in 2022, an increase of 43% from 2021, according to a new report by the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read more
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CBT to be offered for menopause
Cognitive behaviour therapy should be offered to women with severe menopausal symptoms, according to guidance issued today. Read more
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Medical charity urges governments to do more to prevent childhood TB
Governments must implement the latest World Health Organization guidelines to prevent children dying from tuberculosis, according to Médecins Sans Frontières. Read more
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Gene-editing injection could improve cholesterol
Individuals who have inherited a genetic predisposition for high LDL cholesterol may benefit from a simple gene-editing technique, scientists say. Read more
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Water-based exercise helps manage chronic conditions
High-intensity interval training in water can benefit people with a range of chronic conditions, including those who may be unable to take part in this form of this exercise out of water, researchers report today. Read more