Your DNA May Explain High-Calorie Food Cravings

Genetic discovery could lead to new treatments for obesity, researchers say

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Don't Assume Siblings Will Have Food Allergies, Too

Study found only 1 in 10 was allergic to same things; experts advise against routine testing for them

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Junk Food Not to Blame for America's Obesity Epidemic: Study

People just eat too much, researchers suggest

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U.S. Gets a 'C' Grade on Preterm Births

March of Dimes report card shows room for improvement in many cities, states

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Australia given stronger flu vaccine

The Australian government has announced that its new flu vaccine will be stronger and cover four flu strains, instead of three. via BBC News - Health Read More Here..

Dawn of gene-editing medicine?

Does the smiling face of Layla Richards mark a new era in genetic medicine that could change all our lives? via BBC News - Health Read More Here..

VIDEO: The 'most dangerous' place to give birth

Mandera county in north eastern Kenya is one of the most dangerous places in the world for a woman to give birth. via BBC News - Health Read More Here..

Overdose death risk for discharged drug users

GPs, users and families must be made aware of risks and take precautions Related items from OnMedica Marijuana users are more likely to have stroke caused by stenosis Make chemsex public health priority, urge experts Emergency staff ‘playing catch-up’ in battle against legal highs 'Skunk’ causes a quarter of new cases of psychosis Overdose antidote drug in safety alert

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‘Molecular scissors’ provide miracle cure

UK team develop gene editing techniques that save baby Layla Related items from OnMedica Whole-genome analysis IDs rare cancer mutations Scientists find genetic signature linked to leukaemia Scientists uncover 'blind spots' in cancer genes Gene found to be linked to increased risk of recurrence in bowel cancer Breakthrough in myeloma diagnosis

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Sunday GP services ‘not in demand’

Some 81% of patients say they are happy with current surgery opening times Related items from OnMedica BMA calls on PM to explain how a seven-day NHS will work GPs angry at PM’s seven-day GP service pledge Most patients happy with GPs – and opening hours Seven-day GP service must not endanger normal access Public wants NHS to prioritise 7-day GP access

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'Competing' bugs in gut maintain health

Competition between different bacteria species in the gut is what keeps humans healthy, an Oxford University study suggests. via BBC News - Health Read More Here..

New home care guide hopes to ease pressure on hospitals

It explains how better help, support and planning can prevent readmissions Related items from OnMedica Stop steady fall in adult social care funding, government urged The burning technological platform for person-centred care £300m boost to care at home Home-care support often ‘poor’ finds health watchdog Home care visits should last at least 30 minutes

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GMC offers advice for doctors contemplating strike action

Guide makes it clear that they must make care of their patient their first concern Related items from OnMedica Over 70,000 say junior doctors should strike over new contract BMA to ballot juniors over industrial action over new contract Poll overwhelmingly backs juniors’ concerns over contract proposals Hunt pledge: ‘no junior doctors will lose out’ Juniors offered 11% pay rise on eve of strike ballot

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On The Pulse - 06th November 2015

Prostate selective α-antagonists are largely free of hypotensive side effects

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Breastfeeding and Allergy Protection

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Fighting Diabetes' Deadly Impact on Minorities

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To kill off cancer, the US needs a second National Cancer Act

Decades after the US launched a huge initiative against the disease, new legislation is needed to cut bureaucracy and finish the job, says Vincent DeVita









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Gut bacteria may affect the success of cancer treatments

Bacteria in the gut have been shown to help or hinder cancer treatments in mice – diet changes or probiotics could be used to improve therapies









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Gene editing saves girl dying from leukaemia in world first

A one-year-old girl is in remission after receiving an experimental therapy that used genetically engineered T-cells from a donor to kill her cancer









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Microscopic cage for light traps photons but lets fluids through

Tiny cages with nanowire bars could block light from entering or exiting, but allow other materials through – which might be useful for biomedicine









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'Designer cells' reverse baby's cancer

The first person in the world to receive a pioneering genetic therapy has shown a remarkable reversal of her cancer. via BBC News - Health Read More Here..

Man died with 'tapeworm tumours'

A man has died with cancerous growths of mutated parasitic worm tissue growing in his organs, doctors report. via BBC News - Health Read More Here..

Complications from Tummy Tucks Exceed Other Cosmetic Surgeries

Combining the surgery with another cosmetic procedure boosts the risk by 50 percent, study finds

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People Have Less Faith in Generic Drugs, Study Suggests

Brand names perceived more effective, even if they're placebos

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In Rare Cases, Hepatitis C Drug Tied to Slowed Heart Rate

But experts say these types of medications have good safety profile

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Tapeworm May Have Spread Cancer Cells to Colombian Man

CDC experts say this is first known case of the parasite causing tumors in a human

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Children of Stressed Parents May Be Prone to Obesity

Study, one of first to identify parental pressure as risk factor for weight gain, focused on Hispanic households

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Vaccine for Deadly Respiratory Virus Shows Promise in Early Trial

Researcher hopes to see routine RSV immunization within a decade
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Weight-Loss Surgery May Trim Health Care Costs

Study found people, especially diabetes patients, spent far less on doctors, drugs after procedure

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Weight-Loss Surgery Often Brings Less Painful Joints

Patients tend to get around better as the pounds drop away, but not everyone will benefit, researchers say

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