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Nuclear war would be more devastating for Earth's climate than cold war predictions – even with fewer weapons

Christopher Nolan’s biopic of J. Robert Oppenheimer has revived morbid curiosity in the destructive power of nuclear weapons. There are now an estimated 12,512 nuclear warheads.

The Conversation

Expert says overdiagnosis means Australian cancer screening tests must be ‘handled very carefully’

UK surgeon told the Public Health Association of Australia’s Cancer Screening Symposium screening is a ‘double-edged sword’

The Guardian - AU

Scientists in breakthrough towards secret of eternal youth

Scientists believe they may be able to produce drugs that reverse the ageing process

The Independent UK

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Does having a urination problem mean a person has prostate cancer?

Urinary problems can be a cause for concern, especially in men. Many individuals wonder whether experiencing difficulties with urination could indicate the presence of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is a common malignancy affecting the prostate gland in men. However, it is important to note that urinary issues can arise due…

The Times of India

Scientists in breakthrough towards secret of eternal youth

Scientists believe they may be able to produce drugs that reverse the ageing process

The Independent UK

Scientists in breakthrough towards secret of eternal youth

Scientists believe they may be able to produce drugs that reverse the ageing process

The Independent UK

Women, know your limits – leave going down stairs to men

Apparently, we’re just too busy chatting to be able to concentrate on such a tricky task

The Guardian - UK

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Cell-free DNA promises to transform how we find diseases

There are a number of emerging applications of cfDNA, including in understanding why a body is rejecting a transplanted organ. Here, some cfDNA obtained from the donor who is donating the organ – called donor-derived cfDNA, dd-cfDNA – could provide an early yet accurate estimate of how well the organ…

The Hindu

Low Fibre consumption by mother may delay infant’s brain development

Undernutrition during pregnancy is one of the risk factors for diseases in children as they grow older, said researchers, adding that maternal malnutrition remains a global issue for women. Read further on Dynamite News.

Dynamite News

Researchers have developed way to reprogramme bone marrow cells, study suggests

Bone marrow transplants can be used to treat blood cell cancers and sometimes to cure certain other disorders.

The Independent UK

Obesity is driven by biology, not diet

"Mountains of calorie-rich (and often nutritionally poor) food and . . . sugary beverages are readily available"

Salon

Fusion imaging raises hope of improving prostate cancer outcomes

Research carried out at the University of Dundee found ultrasound/MRI fusion targeted biopsy detected more significant prostate cancer lesions.

The Independent UK

Here's why blueberries are great for your memory and brain health

Blueberries and their effect on brain health

The Times of India

Bowel cancer patients pay tribute to George Alagiah amid plea for better care

It was announced on Monday that the BBC newsreader had died at the age of 67 after he was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2014.

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

Why is cancer striking earlier? One answer could be a diet of ultra-processed foods

Clear action is needed to give more children affordable access to healthier foods. We can’t wait another decade for change, says Devi Sridhar of the University of Edinburgh

Evening Standard

George Alagiah: What are the signs of bowel cancer?

The main treatments for bowel cancer include chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targeted drugs, which depend on the genetic make-up of the tumour.

Reason

"Journalists Should Be Skeptical of All Sources—Including Scientists"

From Nate Silver: Here's the scandal. In March 2020, a group of scientists — in particular, Kristian G. Andersen the of The Scripps Research Institute, Andrew Rambaut of The University of Edinburgh, Edward C. Holmes of the University of Sydney, and Robert F. Garry of Tulane University — published a…

The Guardian - UK

What is bowel cancer and how can I spot the early signs?

BBC journalist George Alagiah has died aged 67, nine years after being diagnosed with the disease

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The Independent UK

George Alagiah: What are the signs of bowel cancer?

The main treatments for bowel cancer include chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targeted drugs, which depend on the genetic make-up of the tumour.

Dynamite News

How obesity makes ovarian cancer more deadly, explains scientists

Most ovarian cancer patients receive their diagnosis at the most advanced stage of the illness. Read Further on Dynamite News:

Los Angeles Times

Did you get COVID but never feel sick? New study hints at why

As the coronavirus emerged, so did a mystery: Why did some who got infected never develop symptoms?

The Times of India

Scientists working on IVG, a new reproductive method that can make human babies in labs

A new major development in reproduction is just a step away! Now babies can be created in laboratory conditions in a non-traditional manner. Scientists are expected to venture into giving birth to human babies without any sperm or ovum.

The Independent UK

New drug that eliminates old ‘zombie’ cells may lead to anti-ageing breakthrough

‘Drug we identified is a powerful destroyer of old cells’

The Conversation

Talking about eating less red and processed meat provokes strong feelings. That's why this new evidence-based report is welcome

Emotions can run high when the topic of how much red and processed meat to eat is raised. For many of us, eating these foods is culturally important – often tied to specific dishes and traditions.

The Hindu

Evolution is the right of all life forms – even synthetic ones

Researchers led by Jay T. Lennon at Indiana University in Bloomington, U.S., attempted to understand how a synthetic life-form would adapt or evolve over time, especially in situations where the raw materials required to do so could be limited.

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