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New Method Separates Cancer Cells From Normal Cells
The vast majority of cancer deaths are due to metastasis, the spread of cancer cells from its primary site to other parts of the body. These metastatic cells tend to move more than their non-metastatic variants but this movement is poorly understood. Scientists are studying cancer cells intently with the hope they can learn to control the movements of the dangerous cells.

No Psychological Risk In Children Next-Born After Stillbirth
There is no evidence that children next-born after stillbirth are clinically at risk compared to children of non-bereaved mothers, according to a study published in The Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. However, the study did find evidence of less optimal mother-child interaction.
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Review: Long-term Use Of Lymphoma Drug Extends Lives
A new Cochrane Library review confirms that years-long use of a drug called rituximab extends the lifespan of people with one of the milder forms of lymphoma.
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BMA Reaffirms Opposition To Assisted Suicide, UK

Doctors have reaffirmed their opposition to assisted suicide following a debate at the BMA"s Annual Conference in Liverpool yesterday. Doctors rejected calls from Thameside doctor, Kailash Chand to change legislation to allow the choice of an assisted death by patients who are terminally ill and who have mental capacity. Doctors also rejected calls to ensure that those accompanying the patient at an assisted death, but not actively participating, will not be subject to criminal prosecution. Dr Brian Keighley, Deputy Chairman of the BMA in Scotland, said: "It is clear that doctors do not wish to play a role in assisting a patient"s death. Assisting patients to die prematurely is not part of the moral ethos or the primary goal of medicine. If the legislation were to be changed, it would have serious negative consequences on the relationship between doctors and their patients. "It remains vital that access to the best quality palliative care is available in order to ensure that terminal suffering is properly managed." Independent MSP Margo Macdonald has secured sufficient support to introduce the End of Life Choices Bill in the Scottish Parliament. The BMA remains opposed to the principles of this proposed legislation. The motion debated was: "That this Meeting would support a change in legislation to: i) ensure that those accompanying the patient at an assisted death, but not actively participating, will not be subject to criminal prosecution; ii) allow the choice of an assisted death by patients who are terminally ill and who have mental capacity. British Medical Association


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