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Giving blood linked to lower risk of pre-cancer gene

Frequent donors were more likely to have different genetic changes in their blood stem cells, scientists found.

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Michael Gove denies trying to circumvent Dyson ventilator checks

Former cabinet minister says it would be ludicrous to suggest he tried to shortcut safety checks in the pandemic.

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Windass: ‘Dementia scares me, we need more help’

The former footballer has been speaking about his future after stage two diagnosis.

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Michael Gove denies trying to circumvent Dyson ventilator checks

Former cabinet minister says it would be ludicrous to suggest he tried to shortcut safety checks in the pandemic.

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Michael Gove denies trying to circumvent Dyson ventilator checks

Former cabinet minister says it would be ludicrous to suggest he tried to shortcut safety checks in the pandemic.

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Doctors didn’t warn women of ‘risky sex’ drug urges

Patients given drugs for movement disorders like restless leg syndrome say their behaviour changed entirely.

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Doctors didn’t warn women of ‘risky sex’ drug urges

Patients given drugs for movement disorders like restless leg syndrome say their behaviour changed entirely.

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‘I couldn’t cope if I passed condition to my kids’

A genetic testing service based in Devon is praised by a woman with a rare skin condition.

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‘I couldn’t cope if I passed condition to my kids’

A genetic testing service based in Devon is praised by a woman with a rare skin condition.

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Major cuts at NHS HQ as more directors stand down

Up to 6,500 jobs could go as health secretary looks to bring NHS England closer to the government.

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