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Stem cell indicator for bowel cancer should lead to better survi...

EurekAlert! - Cancer  Mon, 08/18/2008 - 23:00

(Durham University) Stem cell scientists have developed a more accurate way of identifying aggressive forms of bowel cancer, which should eventually lead to better treatment and survival rates.

Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK.


 

Stem cell hope for osteoarthritis

BBC News | Health | World Edition  Fri, 04/11/2008 - 18:08

Stem cells offer a potential way to repair cartilage damaged by osteoarthritis, say scientists.