Health news 1st October 2010

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Male infertility gene discovered
A faulty gene could help explain some cases of unexplained male infertility, according to research. Mutations of the NR5A1 gene were found in a small percentage of infertile men, reports the American Journal of Human Genetics.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-11430795

BMA critical of health service shake-up

The forthcoming shake-up of the NHS in England could undermine its "stability and future", doctors' leaders say. The British Medical Association warning sparks the start of what promises to be a delicate balancing act for ministers.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-11445182

Fancy a cuppa? Humble cup of coffee may 'prevent IVF complication'
Researchers today suggested a life-threatening complication of fertility treatment could be prevented by a cup of coffee, after a study identified a possible cause. In vitro fertilisation has resulted in the birth of many babies since the first 'test tube' baby in 1978.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/a...mble-cup-coffee-prevent-IVF-complication.html
 
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