Choice of monitoring method could be key for babies with poor growth in the womb
Babies that grow poorly in the womb could have better outcomes if a method for the timing of delivery was used more widely, a study suggests.
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Podcast: LKCMedicine, Ebola, and the dinosaurs' demise
An update from LKCMedicine, an Ebola doctor's story and new research on how the dinosaurs were wiped out.
Adults only really catch flu about twice a decade, suggests study
Adults over the age of 30 only catch flu about twice a decade, a new study suggests.
NHS savings plan led to cuts in some 'ineffective' treatments
The drive to reduce NHS spending led to a drop in some treatments considered 'low-value', according to new research.
Madagascan frogs at risk from killer fungus
A deadly fungus that has ravaged frog populations across the globe has been detected in Madagascar, prompting fears for hundreds of native species.
Pregnant women unmoved by maternity hospital ratings, study suggests
Media reports naming the best and worst NHS trusts for maternity care did not lead to more women going to the top hospitals, a study has found.
Epigenetic study highlights drug targets for allergies and asthma
Scientists have discovered over 30 new genes that predispose people to allergies and asthma, some of which could be targets for new drugs.
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Podcast: tinnitus, appendectomies and peat fires
An award-winning radio feature on tinnitus, a new study on appendix surgery, and how dried-out peatlands are causing mega fires.
New class of antibodies raises hope of dengue fever vaccine
Scientists have discovered a new class of human antibodies against the dengue fever virus, which could be exploited to develop a vaccine.
Ethnic minorities and deprived communities hardest hit by air pollution
A new study has found big differences in air pollution across communities in England, with deprived and ethnic minority areas the worst affected.
