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Akira Endo, ‘remarkable’ scientist who discovered statins, dies aged 90
Biochemist found cholesterol-lowering compound in 1973 and the drugs have prolonged millions of livesThe scien…
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Swapping red meat for herring, sardines and anchovies could save 750,000 lives, study suggests
Switch could also cut prevalence of disability linked to diet-related disease and help tackle the climate cris…
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Low emission zones are improving health, studies show
Review of research finds particularly clear evidence that LEZs in cities reduce heart and circulatory problems…
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Muscle strengthening lowers risk of death from all causes, study shows
Half an hour a week of activities such as gardening, sit-ups or yoga could help reduce the risk of dying from …