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The abdominal fat gain was shown to be a result of insulin resistance.
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Anti-ageing mechanism challenged in study showing opposite effect
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Experts warn discovery could lead to 'heroin homebrew' kits making drug cheaper to manufacture.
Heightened testosterone levels linked to diabetes and prostate enlargement
University of California researchers tested Bolivian Tsimane tribe.
Viagra used to stop malaria by making parasite rigid in 'astonishing discovery'
Viagra found to increase spleen's ability to filter out the malaria virus from the blood.
Brazil: Health minister confirms dengue outbreak an 'epidemic'
Brazil's Health Minister Arthur Chioro on Thursday (14 May) said the country was "technically" facing a dengue fever epidemic.
Fingerprint test to detect cocaine use developed that can't be faked
Scientists develop fingerprint test to detect ingestion of cocaine.
Goldman Sachs calls for $37bn UK funding to develop new antibiotics
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AIDS expert: Russia's HIV epidemic worsening
Russia's top AIDS expert warns the epidemic can spread to two million Russians in five years.
Abstinence-only sex education is illegal, rules Calilfornia judge
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A weak handshake can be warning sign of heart problems or a stroke
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Anti-depressants and psychiatric drugs can lead to 'long-term harm'
Danish expert blames psychiatric drugs for over half a million deaths in the over 65s.
Jordan: Woman claims mobile phone was left in her abdomen by doctors during C-section
Hanan Mahmoud Abdul Karim, 36, claims she was left in pain and her stomach was vibrating after the blunder.
Amtrak crash: Philadelphia train was speeding 100 mph around curve
Train travelling at twice the limit, seventh body found.
Leprosy brought to Britain 'by Scandinavian man 1,500 years ago'
Ancient skeleton of leprosy victim suggests disease spread to Britain from Scandinavia.
Cuba lung cancer vaccine headed to US: What is CimaVax and how does it work?
Cuba's lung cancer vaccine CimaVax to go to US following trade agreement.
India: Tragic 'plastic baby' resembling rubber doll born in Amritsar
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Improved cochlear implants could be developed based on hearing loss study
Study shows how brain balances hearing from the two ears for optimum hearing.
Obese Britons in denial over associated medical condition
A large section of people has linked obesity in the UK to lifestyle choices.
Nano memory cell development paves way for bionic brain
Researchers at Australia's RMIT University create nano memory device that imitates the human brain.
Mediterranean diet with extra nuts and olive oil improves mental health in older people
Memory and thinking power improved for many on extra nuts and olive oil diet.
Ebola: Liberia celebrates as WHO declares the nation clear
Liberians celebrated a day of Thanksgiving on Monday (11 May), just days after the country was declared free from Ebola.
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The UN are asked to adopt guidelines to protect consumers against electromagnetic radiation.
Gut bacteria carrying a person's unique signature can identify individuals
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Drug-resistant typhoid superbug threatens global health
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Mother's photo of two-year-old son leads to life-saving cancer diagnosis
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Living with chronic fatigue syndrome: 'Exhaustion enveloped me for months'
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Google driverless cars tot up 11 accidents on California roads
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Mexico: Two babies die, dozens hospitalised after being vaccinated
Inoculations suspended nationwide as officials investigate.
Ebola: WHO recognises responsibility in the slow response to epidemic
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