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Reduced long COVID risk with Omicron
Individuals contracting the Omicron variant are less likely to develop long COVID than those who had the Delta variant, new analysis published last night has found. Read more
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Genes linked to severe COVID-19
More than 1,000 genes that are linked to the development of severe COVID-19 infection have been identified for the first time. Read more
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Medicalising menopause can fuel ‘negativity’
Menopause experts have called for a nuanced approach to treating symptoms. Read more
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Gene involved in chronic pain
A gene has been discovered that regulates pain sensitisation by amplifying pain signals within the spinal cord. Read more
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One in seven exposed to Lyme disease
More than 14% of the world’s population is likely to have – or had – Lyme disease, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Cross-country skiers’ suffer non-allergic asthma
Competitive cross-country skiers who undertake an intensive training schedule have an increased risk of non-allergic asthma, researchers report today. Read more
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Overwhelming’ benefits of rapid whole genome sequencing for infants
Rapid whole genome sequencing should be offered as standard to help to diagnose infants who are born severely ill or who develop serious illness in the first few weeks of life, a European conference has heard. Read more
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How extra chromosomes impact male health
Thousands of men may face increased risk of blood clotting diseases because they unknowingly carry an extra chromosome, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Use of AI in health care must be regulated, says report
A report on the use of artificial intelligence in health settings has called for clear ethical standards and guidance to protect patients. Read more
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How last resort antibiotic fails against common bacteria
A bacterium which can cause dangerous infections in those with a weakened immune system can now rapidly develop resistance to antibiotics, researchers warned last night. Read more