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New enzyme target for neuroblastoma
Scientists have identified a possible new treatment for neuroblastoma in children. Read more
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Air pollution heart attack risk explored
Researchers have found new evidence on the link between polluted air and the risk of heart attack, a conference will hear at the weekend. Read more
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Reduced risk of COVID-19 infection linked to regular physical activity
Taking part in regular physical activity is linked to a reduced risk of COVID-19 infection and severity of the disease, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Caffeine metabolite may slow myopia progression in children
A metabolite of caffeine may slow the progression of myopia in children, a preliminary study has found, researchers report today. Read more
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Medical cannabis for pain ‘increases heart problems’
Taking medical cannabis for chronic pain is associated with an increased risk of heart rhythm disorders, cardiologists will hear. Read more
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Progress on microsurgery
German surgeons say they are the first to undertake fully robot-supported microsurgical operations on human patients. Read more
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Gene variant that protects against heart disease
A gene variant has been identified that helps to protect against heart diseases. Read more
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New insights into COVID-19 infectiousness
British researchers have unveiled the first real-world study to estimate how long people are infectious with mild COVID-19. Read more
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Trusted professionals could boost pregnant women’s COVID-19 vaccination rates
Low COVID-19 vaccination rates among pregnant women could be increased if there was better communication from trusted midwives and GPs, according to new research. Read more
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Genetic risk testing for prostate cancer could lead to earlier diagnosis
Incorporating testing for genetic risk for prostate cancer into GP triage and referral processes could lead to earlier diagnosis, researchers say today. Read more