BBC Health News

Ex-MP Tessa Jowell first to donate data to medical database20 Apr 2018 02:17Former Culture Secretary Baroness Tessa Jowell hopes better cancer treatments can be developed.
Skin implant could help warn of cancer, scientists say19 Apr 2018 13:40It works by detecting elevated levels of calcium in the blood linked to some cancers.
Being a patient 'a full-time job'19 Apr 2018 09:00Rising numbers of people have multiple health conditions, leading to endless appointments and check-ups.
Bajau people 'evolved bigger spleens' for free-diving19 Apr 2018 19:49In an example of human natural selection, Asia's Bajau people have evolved bigger spleens for diving.
Thalassaemia gene therapy trial shows 'encouraging' results19 Apr 2018 03:23The treatment meant some patients stopped needing blood transfusions altogether.
Hospitals recruit managers faster than doctors and nurses19 Apr 2018 16:40Three quarters of NHS hospital trusts are employing more managers than they did five years ago.

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