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Almost half of dementia cases could be prevented, says study

A study has found that nearly half of all cases of dementia are avoidable with lifestyle changes, but current education campaigns have limited effect.

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NICE guidance calls for quicker diagnosis of PMOS

Women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) should be diagnosed sooner and be offered an annual review, according to new NICE guidance.

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UK partners with Eli Lilly on obesity plan

UK partners with Eli Lilly on obesity plan

The UK has teamed up with Eli Lilly on initiatives, backed with £85 million in funding, to expand access to treatment for obesity.

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EMA advisors say CSL's Tavneos should be pulled from sale

Pressure is building on Amgen to withdraw rare disease therapy Tavneos, after the CHMP recommended its marketing authorisation by revoked in the EU.

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Obesity is rising fastest in young adults in England

An analysis of around 54m health records in England has revealed rising rates of obesity, particularly among young adults and disadvantaged groups.

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NICE delivers more good news for cervical cancer patients

NICE delivers more good news for cervical cancer patients

Hundreds of women with locally advanced cervical cancer are to be offered MSD's Keytruda on the NHS in England, thanks to new NICE guidance.