Medical breakthroughs

Mutant gene causes eczema and asthma
Scientists say the discovery of a mutant gene that causes eczema and asthma is a major breakthrough.
11:00 Monday 20th March 2006

Human genes implanted in mice
Scientists have successfully transplanted human chromosomes into mice for the first time.
14:38 Friday 23rd September 2005

Heart attacks could be halved
Thousands of lives could be saved each year by a combination of drugs for high blood pressure and cholesterol.
08:57 Monday 5th September 2005

New drug hailed as obesity breakthrough
A new appetite supressing drug has been hailed by researchers as a breakthrough in treating obesity.
08:21 Monday 25th July 2005

Stem cell breakthrough
A breakthrough in stem cell research could lead to the creation of human eggs and sperm in the laboratory.
11:49 Monday 20th June 2005

Premature ejaculation cure coming soon
Pharmacists say a new drug to treat premature ejaculation can dramatically increase men's sexual stamina.
10:11 Tuesday 24th May 2005

Smart pill beats memory loss
A memory pill could soon available over the counter following impressive early trial results.
09:43 Thursday 12th May 2005

Do mice hold the key to longer life?
Scientists have created genetically modified mice that live 20% longer than normal.
11:10 Friday 6th May 2005

Light sabres to replace toothbrushes?
Mini 'light sabres' could one day replace toothbrushes in the battle against gum disease and tooth decay.
11:38 Tuesday 5th April 2005

Brain implant gives paralysed man thought control
A paralysed man has been fitted with a brain implant that allows him to control everyday objects by thought alone.
08:20 Thursday 31st March 2005

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