Genetics
Research finds new genes contributing to severe childhood obesity
In the largest study of the genetics of childhood obesity, researchers have looked at why some children gain weight very easily.
Jun 3, 2020
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University of Exeter
Cardiology
Difference in blood pressure between arms linked to greater death risk
Robust evidence from a large international study confirms that a difference in blood pressure readings between arms is linked to greater risk of heart attack, stroke and death.
Dec 21, 2020
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Diabetes
Researchers devise new diabetes diagnostic tool
Researchers at University of Exeter have developed a new test to help diagnoses diabetes, which they say will lead to more effective diagnosis and patient care.
Nov 17, 2015
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Health
COVID-19 boosts support for U.S. healthcare system and unemployment benefits
The spread of COVID-19 has increased Americans' support for government healthcare, unemployment insurance and "big government," a new study reveals.
Oct 15, 2020
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Genetics
Small and large birth weight linked to genetics of mother and baby—except in tiniest babies
Genetics of mother and baby contribute to most cases where babies are born very large or very small, according to new research.
Dec 2, 2020
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Cardiology
Blood clot discovery could pave way for treatment of blood diseases
Scientists have discovered new ways in which the body regulates blood clots, in a discovery which could one day lead to the development of better treatments that could help prevent and treat conditions including heart diseases, ...
Feb 15, 2019
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Genetics
Common gene disorder causes serious 'stealth' disease, but could be easily treated
The western world's most common genetic disorder is a "stealth condition" that causes far higher levels of serious disease and disability than previously thought, despite being easy to detect and treat.
Jan 16, 2019
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Genetics
Research sheds light on body clock and links to mental health and disease
A large-scale genomic analysis has revealed some of the inner workings of the body clock, shedding new light on how it links to mental health and disease.
Jan 29, 2019
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Genetics
Signs of faster ageing process identified through gene research
New research has shed light on the molecular changes that occur in our bodies as we age.
Oct 23, 2015
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Pediatrics
Starting school young can put child wellbeing at risk
New research has shown that the youngest pupils in each school year group could be at risk of worse mental health than their older classmates.
Jun 22, 2017
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