Family determined to save ‘miracle child’ Charlie Harris-Beard, who underwent a pioneering bone marrow transplant , after doctors tell them he has just weeks to live
Dutch to lead organ trade inquiry
A Dutch medical research centre is to lead an international investigation into the trafficking of human organs.
GigaScience announces publication of whole-genome sequencing and analysis of Wuzhishan Pig
The international open-access journal GigaScience announces the publication of the whole-genome sequencing and analysis of the Wuzhishan Pig, an extensively inbred, miniature pig, which can serve as an excellent model for human medical research.
The festive flavour of Deepavali – SME Times
Times of IndiaThe festive flavour of DeepavaliSME TimesWith hopes and blessings, gifts and sweets, lights and firecrackers, this auspicious ceremony lights up our souls and fills up our heart with bliss. Every year, in every corner of India, from Kanya…
Prevent pneumonia to lower infant mortality rate: India – Times of India
Times of IndiaPrevent pneumonia to lower infant mortality rate: IndiaTimes of IndiaThese microbes spread via air-borne droplets from a cough or sneeze and once they enter the respiratory tract they attack the lung where they multiply quickly leading to…
Study looks at health outcomes of kidney transplant recipients with low donor-specific antibodies
Kidney transplant recipients who have even very low levels of preformed antibodies directed against a donated kidney have a significantly increased risk of organ rejection and kidney failure, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the J…
Essex Chronicle published No stopping Justine as she lives her life to the fullest
JUSTINE Laymond had to learn to walk again after surviving a double lung transplant six years ago.
Minnesota tot awaits go-ahead for bone marrow transplant
A bandage shows above the waistline of Addy Brynteson’s pink pants as she bends over to scoop up her stuffed toy dog.
DNA special: Touts prey on poor villagers for kidneys – Daily News & Analysis
DNA special: Touts prey on poor villagers for kidneysDaily News & AnalysisIn the first two parts of this special series, we described how DNA met a tout and a doctor in Bangalore ready to arrange for a kidney donor and transplantation, in violation of …
India's billionaires club – Financial Times
India's billionaires clubFinancial Times… the 15th floor terrace outside his office in the heart of downtown Mumbai, has wound on to a local watering hole, and now to a favourite Chinese restaurant nearby. I am much the worse for wear. He is just…