Researchers, publishing in JAMA, estimate the association between short-term exposures to air pollution and ozone, and at levels below the current daily National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), and mortality in the continental US. read more
A new study, published in PLOS ONE, examines the neuroprotective effects of running wheel exercise in mice.
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Researchers publishing in Neurology examine the association between consuming leafy green vegetables and a slower rate of brain aging. read more
Scientists have published a new study in Nature which reports the successful use of the CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing technique as a tool to correct hearing loss, in a mouse model of deafness.
A new study, published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B, reports neonicotinoid pesticides and nutritional stress synergistically reduce survival in honey bees.
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Scientists publishing in Nature Communications investigate the link between exploding stars, clouds, and climate on Earth. read more
In new research, published in PNAS, scientists explore whether there is an association between brain lesions and whether they contribute to criminal behaviour.
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An editorial, published in PLOS Biology, looks into regulation of toxic chemicals for public and environmental health. read more
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published new guidance on transvaginal mesh repair of anterior or posterior vaginal wall prolapse.
Scientists examine the association between drinking tea every day and lower glaucoma risk, in a new study, published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology.
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The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) has released it’s ‘State of the IVF sector 2016-17’ report. read more
A new study, published in Environmental Research Letters, reported that human-caused climate change made the record rainfall that fell over Houston during Hurricane Harvey roughly three times more likely and 15% more intense.
A new study, published in JAMA, reviewed the evidence for the use of hormonal replacement therapy for the prevention of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease, in post-menopausal women.
The government are opening a public consultation into opt-out organ donation.
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A study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported the buildup of the chemical urea in the brain in a Huntington’s disease sheep model and patient cases. read more
A new study, published in Nature Geoscience, models the impact of global warming on available wind energy.
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Offering new mothers financial incentives may significantly increase low breastfeeding rates, new research published in JAMA Pediatrics reports. read more
A phase 1 trial for Huntington’s disease – which took place at UCL – has announced positive results.
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The scientific community reacted to the latest Brexit developments as a deal was struck between the UK and the EU after extensive talks. read more
Nearly 200,000 residents have been evacuated from their homes in California as firefighters battle several raging wildfires.
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