Newcastle transplant surgeon wins global award
Prof John Dark, a pioneering heart and lung transplant surgeon from Newcastle, has received the ISHLT lifetime achievement award, hailed as the 'Nobel prize' of transplant medicine.
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Daily Pill Doubles Survival in Deadliest Cancer Trial
A daily pill, daraxonrasib, doubles survival time in the world's deadliest cancer, according to a clinical trial. Experts call it a gamechanger and one of the biggest breakthroughs in decades.
Jesy Nelson 'Praying' for SMA Testing Law Change
Jesy Nelson issues emotional statement as she campaigns for SMA testing at birth for all UK babies, following her twins' diagnosis with SMA Type 1.
Alzheimer's Drug Aducanumab Could Be Available on NHS by 2022
Alzheimer's drug Aducanumab may be available on NHS by 2022 after US approval, offering hope to millions by targeting brain plaques.
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Lucy the ancient ancestor 'less intelligent than apes', study finds
Study finds Lucy and other Australopithecus had lower brain blood flow than modern apes, suggesting they were less intelligent.
Brain Cooling Theory Offers New Explanation for Yawning
New research suggests yawning may cool the brain, with experiments showing cold compresses reduce contagious yawning.
Finger Length Study Links Sexuality to Prenatal Hormones
University of Essex study finds finger length differences in identical twins may indicate sexual orientation, linked to prenatal testosterone exposure.
Study Finds Way to 'Reboot' Eye and Restore Impaired Vision
MIT study finds temporarily anaesthetising the retina can restore vision in amblyopia by 'rebooting' the eye, even in adulthood.
Government Responds to Cancer Training Petition for GPs
The UK government has responded to a petition calling for mandatory cancer training for all GPs in England, outlining existing initiatives like the National Cancer Plan and Jess's Rule.
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Sam Neill Opens Up About 'Brutal' Chemotherapy Following Cancer Diagnosis
Sam Neill reveals his 'brutal' chemotherapy for stage-three blood cancer, now in remission on an experimental drug.
Vitamin C Linked to Better Brain Health in Over-60s
New research suggests vitamin C may enhance brain function in older adults, with higher blood levels linked to better brain connectivity and grey matter volume.
Stockport Woman Faces Cancer Twice, Backs Prevention Research
Liv Shaw, 29, from Reddish, lost her leg to cancer at 14 and was diagnosed again at 23. She supports a trial testing metformin to prevent cancer in Li-Fraumeni syndrome patients.
North East at risk of low vitamin D year-round, study finds
Newcastle University study reveals that at-risk groups in North East may have low vitamin D all year, even in summer, due to insufficient sunlight.
Sir Jackie Stewart reveals wife's dementia battle as she forgets who he is
Sir Jackie Stewart reveals his wife Helen forgot who he was due to dementia, as he opens up about her battle and his charity work.
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UK stem cell transplant system 'not fit for purpose'
A parliamentary report finds the UK's stem cell transplant system is putting lives at risk due to poor infrastructure, lack of planning, and racial inequalities in donor matching.
Lewis Moody shares candid MND update: 'It's not easy'
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody opens up about his MND diagnosis, his health, and a charity bike ride to fund research.
NHS Expands Precision Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer
The NHS announces a major expansion of SABR radiotherapy for thousands of men with early-stage prostate cancer, reducing hospital visits and improving outcomes.
Irvine Slimming World Raises £1,200 for Cancer Research UK
Slimming World members in Irvine donated over 50 bags of clothes to Cancer Research UK, raising more than £1,200 for life-saving research.
US High-Security Lab Triggers Emergency After Suspected Lethal Virus Exposure
Emergency protocols activated at Rocky Mountain Laboratories after suspected exposure to Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus. Officials confirm incident but say no actual transmission occurred.
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Space Station Ultrasound Proved Vital in Medical Crisis, Astronauts Reveal
Astronauts from Crew 11 detail how a portable ultrasound machine became essential during a medical emergency aboard the International Space Station, leading to NASA
Study Links Wholemeal Pasta, Cheese Spread and Bananas to Autism Pathways
New research suggests wholemeal pasta and cheese spread may increase genetic susceptibility to autism, while bananas could offer protective benefits through immune system modulation.
Study Reveals How Thinking About Alcohol Shapes Mindsets Without Drinking
New research shows that merely thinking about different alcoholic beverages can trigger specific psychological mindsets, such as sophistication with wine or party mood with tequila, based on learned cultural associations rather than intoxication effects.
Could Smelling Flatulence Help Prevent Alzheimer's? A 2021 Study Suggests Yes
A 2021 Johns Hopkins study found hydrogen sulfide, the gas in flatulence, could protect ageing brain cells. Discover the surprising science behind this potential Alzheimer
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New Study Debunks Glacial Theory for Stonehenge's Stones
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Stone Age Societies Showed Complex Gender Roles, 7,000-Year-Old Burial Reveals
Archaeologists studying 125 skeletons in Hungary discovered Neolithic societies had flexible gender identities, with some women buried with masculine tools and patterns.
Donor Skin Patch on Arm Provides Early Warning for Lung Transplant Rejection
A pioneering NHS trial uses a skin graft from organ donors to detect lung rejection sooner, helping patients like Darren White avoid permanent damage through early steroid treatment.
Shroud of Turin Mystery Deepens: Scientist Claims Chemical Evidence Points to Resurrection Event
Groundbreaking new research on the Shroud of Turin suggests the ancient relic contains chemical signatures that could only be explained by a powerful resurrection event, challenging centuries of scientific debate.
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