Cardiology

Atherosclerotic disease heredity mapped in nationwide study

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have mapped the significance of heredity for common forms of atherosclerotic disease. No studies have previously examined whether different forms of the disease share heredity.

Obstetrics & gynaecology

Cheap, safe device helps avoid premature birth

A simple low-cost silicon ring can slash the risk of premature birth, a major cause of death in newborns and health problems in adult life, according to a trial reported on Tuesday by The Lancet.

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