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Why emotional support animals may be a waste of time

We are increasingly seeking therapy in the companionship of ducks, dolphins and dogs. Anthrozoologist John Bradshaw says we are barking up the wrong tree

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The Heart of the Matter: An artful show helps heal broken hearts

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Our eyesight is sharpest at twilight – and now we may know why

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5 healthcare myths that can drive you to unneeded treatments

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Theresa May pledges £75 million for prostate cancer research

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Protein deposits in the brain

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One bad night’s sleep may increase levels of Alzheimer’s protein

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Infections during pregnancy affect a child’s brain function

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The abortion drugs mifepristone and misoprostol

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World’s first over-the-phone abortion service hailed a success

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Old people can produce as many new brain cells as teenagers

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Age-related macular degeneration

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Eye implant improves vision in people with age-related blindness

A patch of cells implanted at the back of the eye has stabilised and in some cases improved the vision of four people with dry age-related macular degeneration

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How medicine got too good for its own good

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The End of Epidemics: It’s all about the money

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Old Scientist: Safety first, from fly killer to plutonium

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Touching personal medical stories are no substitute for science

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