Gene fusion in bladder and brain cancer

“Sometimes chromosomes can break and get reattached to a different one in an unusual way. This  results in a fusion between one gene and another which makes a new gene, called a gene fusion. Cancer cells often have gene fusions which happen because the DNA in cancer cells is really messed up such as the […]

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Online trials map for coloproctology

The European Society of Coloproctology (ESCP) has launched an intuitive online Trials Map, where medical and surgical trials from across the world will be hosted and available to practitioners. The Trials Map is aimed at encouraging participation in and the sharing of trials relating to coloproctology. In having some of the most innovative trials hosted […]

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Dairy for child health

Nutrient-rich foods, such as milk and dairy, are an important part of a healthy balanced diet, especially for children and teenagers who have particularly high nutritional requirements, according to the The Dairy Council. Milk and dairy foods contribute the most calcium to the UK diet compared to other food groups. Young children need about half to three […]

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Eliminating the need for bone marrow donors

Researchers are looking for ways eliminate the need for bone marrow donors altogether and instead use different types of cells derived from the patient in need of a transplant, says Dr Vladislav Sandler. At the moment, people who develop leukaemia, lymphoma and other blood diseases often need to undergo a hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (“HSCT”). This […]

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Healthcare for expats in the OECD and beyond

An overview of the healthcare systems in Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development countries (OECD) and elsewhere. While money, career improvement and a change of lifestyle are important factors for expats, health provision can also play a crucial role when choosing a destination. More so if the expat has specific healthcare needs and is considering […]

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Game of Thrones – dealing with phobias

The penultimate episode of the current series of Game of Thrones (G.O.T) has just finished and personally I am counting the months until the final season. George R. R. Martin has created a scary and traumatic world, and it’s amazing that every character in it isn’t suffering from phobias, anxiety issues or major trauma. Sandor […]

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Specialist nurses in prostate care feel overlooked

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The important views, opinions and concerns of specialist nurses working within prostate cancer teams are not being listened to when it comes to patient care, according to a new report published today in the journal, Clinical Nurse Specialist.  The study of nearly 300 clinical nurse specialists working in prostate cancer, led by researchers at London South […]

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