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Digital doctors: can internet based therapy be effective for chronic fatigue syndrome?

Chronic fatigue syndrome is an important cause of long- term absence from school. It is consequently a disorder that can severely disrupt the lives of adolescents, hindering their education as well as isolating them from friends and social activities.

Healing a broken heart

New research using Cardiosphere- derived stem cells for treating heart attacks has shown promise. But how significant is this for the future of cardiac healthcare?

Can improvements in mental health services reduce suicide rates? by Tom Fletcher

Campaigns designed to reduce the taboo of talking about mental health, and the deaths of ex-footballer Gary Speed and German goalkeeper Robert Enke have thrust the topics of suicide and mental health into the public eye in recent years.