Bitcoin investors call for protection after collapse of two major Bitcoin platforms
With two of the leading Bitcoin platforms handling the Bitcoin cryptocurrency having collapsed in less than one week, Bitcoin investors and entrepreneurs are calling for protection by the way of regulating the digital currency.
South Yorkshire cottage has been crashed into by 40 cars over last 14 years
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An 18th-century South Yorkshire cottage is apparently one of the unluckiest homes in the UK --- over the last 14 years, the house has been crashed into by 40 cars! The cottage is situated on a bend on the B6089, at a location where the road - which is also called the Stubbin Road - just enters the village of Nether Haugh, South Yorkshire.
Doctors to Reconstruct People's Faces with Stem Cells from their Fat
British scientists have built stem cell technology to successfully grow cartilage in the laboratory. Their stint has now opened doors for reconstruction of people's faces with stem cells taken from their fat.
$10 Urine Test is Twice as Accurate as Existing Tests for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
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A new urine test is claimed to be twice as reliable to detect prostate cancer as the existing blood test is. Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer among British men. With the advent of cheap, easy urine test, doctors would be able to more accurately detect the disease than the others are used to detect the same.
People Shorter in height May be Short of Intellect too: Study
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A link between IQ and height has been found, indicating that people who are shorter have, on an average, more chances of being less intelligent. Researchers from Edinburgh University's Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine have carried out the study.
Naturally Occurring Chemical in Plants may Help Improve life of Babies Affected by SMA
One in 6,000 babies is affected by incurable spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), commonly known as floppy baby syndrome. The condition leaves children with little or no control of their movements.
1 in 5 Patients in England Misused A&E at Some Point: Survey
In a poll commissioned by Healthwatch England, patient watchdog, it got revealed that around one in five patients in England misused A&E at some point. More than 1,700 people took part in the survey and they were asked about their experiences and views on the NHS.
Cameron Breaks Pledge to Provide Advanced Radiotherapy to Cancer Patients
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A government report has found that David Cameroon has not been able to live up to his pledge for providing advanced radiotherapy treatment to all cancer patients from April 2013.
Scientists Find New way to Grow Ears and Nose Using Stem Cells
A new way has been devised by scientists to grow ears and nose by using stem cells from body fat. Scientists in the British community have claimed that ears and noses can just not only be grown through tissue engineering but can also be transplanted into the body with a British developed system.
Scottish Government announces £3 Million Funding for Creation of Personalized Medicines
Scottish Government has announced £3 million funding for a high-tech new imaging centre to help development of personalized medicines. Health Secretary Alex Neil said the funding will be part of the University of Glasgow's £15.3m Clinical Research Facility on the New South Glasgow Hospital site.
19-Year-old Eats 165 Pounds Ketchup per year
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Melissa Ibbitson, 19, is so much in love with ketchup that she eats 165 pounds of it every year. She herself is 10 stones, which means her consumption of ketchup is more than her own weight.
Couple Jailed for Neglecting Son’s Care
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A couple from Erith, Kent, has been jailed for the manslaughter of their five-month-old son, Ndingeko. The child died from rickets as his parents neglected his care due to their religious beliefs.
Duchess of Cornwall Supports Efforts to Eradicate FGM
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The Duchess of Cornwall has offered her support to get rid of female genital mutilation (FGM) practice, still followed in many parts of the world. A leading campaigner has said that Camilla had a conversation with a guest during a reception for the upcoming Southbank Centre's Women event, during which she gave the royal seal of approval. The festival will begin next month.
Health Secretary Announces Measures to Improve Dementia Diagnosis Rate and Support
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The Health Secretary has announced new measures to improve support for people with dementia and diagnosis rates in the UK. Jeremy Hunt said that dementia is a very distressing disease for sufferers and their family members.
UK Troops Coping Better On Mental Health Front than their US Peers
King's Centre for Military Health Research carried out a review of 34 studies on the armed forces in the UK. The main aim was to know the psychological impact on the UK troops after deployment in areas like Iraq and Afghanistan.
ASA asks VIP Electronic Cigarette Ads to be broadcast after 11pm
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Two television ads for VIP Electronic Cigarette have been found to be quite explicit in nature in the UK. The Advertising Standards Authority received 1,156 complaints when these ads were shown at a time when children could have been watching television.
17-Year-Old Campaigner to Meet Education Secretary to Discuss FGM
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Female genital mutilation (FGM) is illegal in the UK but even till date, thousands of girls have to suffer due to the practice, every year. As per estimation, over 24,000 girls in the UK are at risk.
UK Insurance Society accesses Records of NHS Patients over 13 Years to Decide Premiums
It has been reported that medical records of NHS patients have been allegedly sold to insurance firms. Records of 47 million patients were available over 13 years to a major UK insurance society so that it could decide premiums for customers.
Drinking during Pregnancy May soon be considered a Crime in the UK
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Drinking excessively during pregnancy could be made illegal as Britain's Court of Appeal is due to hear a landmark case. It will be heard that a six-year-old girl has been the victim of a crime after she suffered brain damage attributable to alcohol exposure in the womb.
Many NHS Hospitals Breaching Cancer Treatment Targets
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A new report on health service performance by Monitor highlights many NHS hospitals are breaching cancer treatment targets. In one year, the number of hospitals doing such acts has increased by four times.
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- Bitcoin investors call for protection after collapse of two major Bitcoin platforms
- South Yorkshire cottage has been crashed into by 40 cars over last 14 years
- Doctors to Reconstruct People's Faces with Stem Cells from their Fat
- $10 Urine Test is Twice as Accurate as Existing Tests for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
- People Shorter in height May be Short of Intellect too: Study
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