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New TB report shows continuing decline in cases in England

New 2015 data shows evidence of positive start to the early implementation of the TB Strategy with cases down by a third since 2011 peak.

UK annual TB report, published on 23 September, describes the recent epidemiology of TB in England since the launch of the Collaborative TB Strategy in January 2015.

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New Type of Radiation Treatment May Up Survival for Older Lung Cancer Patients

2 new studies find benefit to using stereotactic body radiation therapy.

Cutting-edge radiation therapy seems to provide a significant survival advantage for older people with early stage lung cancer who aren't strong enough for surgery, a pair of new studies suggests.

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Is Morning Sickness a Good Thing?

Women who experienced nausea, vomiting had 50 to 75 percent lower risk of pregnancy loss, study finds.

While morning sickness may make you miserable in the early months of your pregnancy, it can signal that your baby is healthy and normal, new research shows.

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How Older People Can Head Off Dangerous Drug Interactions

Taking multiple medications and supplements could cause serious problems, FDA warns.

Potentially serious drug interactions are a daily threat to older people who take multiple medications and supplements, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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“Sixth sense” may be more than just a feeling

NIH study of rare genetic disorder reveals importance of touch and body awareness.

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Unlocking the mysteries of our senses: An NIH Study shows that two young patients with a mutation in the PIEZO2 have problems with touch and proprioception, or body awareness.

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At UN, global leaders commit to act on antimicrobial resistance

Collective effort to address a challenge to health, food security, and development

World leaders signalled an unprecedented level of attention to curb the spread of infections that are resistant to antimicrobial medicines, on September 21.

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Latvia faces important challenges to improve the performance of its health system

Latvia has successfully consolidated its hospital sector and strengthened primary care since the financial crisis. But persistent barriers to accessing high quality care need to be removed, according to a new OECD report.

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Early Introduction of Eggs, Peanuts May Cut Kids' Allergy Risk: Study

Allergy specialist suggests existing guidelines on introducing foods may be outdated.

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Obamacare Tied to Rise in Mammograms

Research shows small uptick in Medicare patients who got screened for breast cancer.

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Close Bond Between Kids, Parents Has Long-Term Health Benefits

Childhood mistreatment offsets the advantages of growing up in a well-off home, research shows.

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