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The theory behind an attempt by researchers to restore vision to a man with a serious sight disorder.

Scientists believe blocking the action of vitamin A may help prevent a type of cancer of the gullet.

Scientists say they have made a significant step towards making human lungs for transplantation.

Human eggs have been developed from ovarian stem cells for the first time, US researchers have revealed.

Exposure to alcohol makes mouth cells more susceptible to HIV infection during oral sex, research has shown.

The first human stem cell line with the mutation for cystic fibrosis (CF) has been developed by UK researchers.

Cancers of the gut are some of the most common, but most preventable forms of the disease, scientists say.

Scientists grow human breast tissue in mice which they hope will enable better study of the development of cancer.

The makers of Durex have ceased production of condoms containing a controversial lubricant amid doubts about its ability to prevent infection.

Eye laser surgery is becoming increasingly popular. BBC News Online examines this procedure.

Oral contraceptives with higher levels of the hormone progestin seem to be best at reducing a woman's risk of ovarian cancer.

A technique to detect early signs of cancer could increase survival rates.

A protein found in healthy eyes may hold the key to preventing many people losing their sight in the future, say researchers.

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