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Endometriosis under a microscope

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Endometriosis genetic discovery may lead to new forms of treatment

The discovery of a gene linked to endometriosis, a painful condition that affects up to one in 10 women, has led to a drug treatment that shows promise in mice but hasn't yet been tested in people

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Not to be used for advertising or in a defamatory context MODEL RELEASED. Kidney dialysis patient monitoring herself while in hospital undergoing dialysis for a kidney disorder. The tube (cannula) in her arm is taking blood to and from a dialysis machine. Kidney dialysis (haemodialysis) is used for those with reduced or failing kidney function. A machine is used to remove waste and excess water from the blood, a function normally served by the kidneys. Photographed in the UK.

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Kidney test adjustment based on ethnicity cut from UK medical guidance

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Edinburgh

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People living in dense UK cities are more likely to feel lonely

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Thin-air therapy: The unexpected medical benefits of hypoxia

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Thin-air therapy: The unexpected medical benefits of hypoxia

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People gather at Windsor castle in Berkshire, UK

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Eight reasons why the UK's coronavirus cases appear to be falling

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Legal lead levels in US tap water may harm people with kidney disease

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These streets aren't made for walking: Why sidewalks need a rethink

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These streets aren't made for walking: Why sidewalks need a rethink

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The gender pain gap has gone on for too long – it's time we closed it

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The gender pain gap has gone on for too long – it's time we closed it

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Drinking coffee or decaf may help avoid chronic liver disease

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Man in office

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Little evidence linking depression and long working hours, says WHO

Working excessive hours has long been thought to increase the risk of depression – but after conducting the largest ever review of research into this area, researchers say there is a surprising lack of evidence supporting the link

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The power of awe: Science with Sam explains

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Many people with covid-19 have neurological or psychiatric symptoms

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Why it's so important we believe people about their mental health

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The mindfulness revolution: A clear-headed look at the evidence

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