PREGNANCY HEALTH CLUES
High blood pressure in pregnancy linked to mother’s heart function
Pregnant women who develop high blood pressure, or have small babies, may have hearts that pump less blood with each beat.
Stories written by Kate Wighton
Sound Science
Prostate cancer ultrasound treatment as effective as surgery or radiotherapy
Using high energy ultrasound beams to destroy prostate cancer tumours may be as effective as surgery or radiotherapy, but with fewer side effects.
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MELTING POINT
New insights into DNA ‘melting’ reveal chink in bacteria’s armour
Scientists have shed light on DNA ‘melting’ – a crucial process fundamental to all life.
POWER DOWN
Ovarian cancer cells switched off by 'unusual' mechanism
Scientists at the Ovarian Cancer Action Research Centre at Imperial College London have discovered a mechanism that deactivates ovarian cancer cells.
BUYER BEWARE
Breast cancer researcher warns against online genetic tests
We have never been so fascinated by the secrets inside our cells.
HEART OF THE MATTER
New link found between alcohol, genes and heart failure
Scientists have revealed a new link between alcohol, heart health and our genes.
HIV garden
HIV researchers create Chelsea garden to raise awareness of disease stigma
Scientists and designers have teamed up with young people living with HIV to create a garden at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
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The bright side of life
Eurovision Song Contest associated with increase in life satisfaction
Participating in the Eurovision Song Contest may be linked to an increase in a nation’s life satisfaction, according to new research.
WHEN CANCER GETS ANGRY
Molecular ‘rabble-rouser’ fuels pancreatic cancer growth
A type of molecular ‘rabble-rouser’ that triggers pancreatic cancer to become aggressive and spread around the body has been identified by scientists.
FRIENDLY FIRE
The virus-killing ‘bodyguards’ that make lupus worse
A type of cell that protects the body from viruses and cancer may make lupus worse, and trigger flare ups of the condition.
