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- July 17, 2026
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dailynewsnblogNewborn babies in England to be tested for SMA
All newborn babies in England will be tested for the genetic disease spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), as part of a major study. Source link
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- July 17, 2026
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What type of procrastinator are you – and how to fix it now (not later)
The cause can be hidden or buried, says Dr Itamar Shatz, a lecturer at Cambridge University who is publishing a book on the subject this week. Understanding what procrastinator you…
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- July 17, 2026
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This drug could help millions keep their kidneys working longer
A major international clinical trial has found that finerenone can significantly slow the loss of kidney function in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who do not have diabetes. The…
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- July 17, 2026
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This sugar-coated therapy boosted survival against deadly brain cancer by 50% in mice
Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a promising experimental strategy for treating glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer. Fewer than 30% of patients survive for two years…
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- July 17, 2026
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New Alzheimer’s drug repairs DNA damage and reduces brain inflammation
Researchers at King’s College London have identified a promising new strategy for tackling Alzheimer’s disease by targeting several of the disease’s earliest biological changes at the same time. Their study…
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- July 17, 2026
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Scientists tested 39 sweeteners and found unexpected gut effects
Commonly used sweeteners can directly interfere with the growth of bacteria that help support a healthy gut, according to laboratory research from the University of Cambridge. The strongest effect appeared…
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- July 16, 2026
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Energy drinks to be banned for under-16s in England from April
The ban comes after 1,100 responses to a consultation which strongly supported introducing an age restriction on the drinks, external. The new rules will come in via secondary legislation using…
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- July 16, 2026
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'Fibroids left me in excruciating pain'
Woman’s Hour discusses fibroids and the need for greater knowledge about the pain they can cause women. Source link
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- July 16, 2026
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The Inquiry – Are we closer to gene therapy for sickle cell disease being accessible?
Available for over a year Gene therapy has changed what is possible for people living with sickle cell disease. New treatments have shown that the condition can be successfully treated.…
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- July 16, 2026
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Teenagers from 15 should be given free MenB vaccine, say experts
All teenagers should be offered a free vaccine against meningitis B (MenB) at around the age of 15, UK experts are now recommending – a change to previous advice. It…
