Scientists discover there are 10 types of breast cancer
A landmark study has revealed there are 10 different types of breast cancer, not four as previously thought – a finding that…
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Positive steps in treating anorexia nervosa
Changes to the treatment of anorexia nervosa have shown to improve the chance of sustained recovery.
In a clinical trial…
Modified cells to heal kidneys
Researchers have genetically modified cells to produce a protein that plays a key role in embryonic kidney development and…
Combining therapy reduces the risk of Parkinson’s disease
A previous study found that individuals with diabetes had double the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, and that the…
Melanoma treatment may double lifespan
A new treatment may prolong the lifespan of melanoma patients.
Vemurafenib, the first acute melanoma drug in more than a…
‘Infertile’ women may just need longer to conceive
One in four women who have been clinically diagnosed as infertile can still conceive without undergoing treatments, indicating…
Fasting boosts effectiveness of chemo in mice
Combining fasting with chemotherapy could be a more effective way of treating cancer than chemotherapy on its own, a new…
Illness perception affects health
The way people perceive their illness has a significant impact on their health, a review of existing studies has found…
Diabetes could be naturally reversed
A naturally produced compound similar to a daily vitamin could be used to treat and prevent diabetes.
Researchers have been…
iPad app to help doctors diagnose
An Apple iPad application has been launched to help doctors choose the best treatment for their patients.
The application…
