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Nasa showcases potential new heart pump motor

An animation released by Nasa on social media on 8 March showcases a new piece of technology which could give hope to people born with a missing ventricle. The video shows a heart motor pump that uses flywheel technology produced by Doctor Mark Rodefeld at Nasa’s Glenn Research Center. Mar 11, 2016

Andy Murray says more drug testing is needed

World number-two Andy Murray said that tennis needs more drug testing after Maria Sharapovas positive test for meldonium, and questioned the Russians use of the drug for medical purposes. Mar 11, 2016

Creator of meldonium ‘quite sure’ other top athletes using it

The Latvian creator of banned drug meldonium said on 10 March that he was quite sure other top athletes are – and should – use it. Latvia expressed sadness over the banning of the drug that has cast a pall over the career of tennis star Maria Sharapova, describing it as one of the most significant accomplishments of the tiny nations scientists. Mar 10, 2016

Junior doctors’ strike: Views from behind the picket line

Englands junior doctors began a 48-hour walkout on 9 March, following the imposition of a new contract by the Secretary for Health, Jeremy Hunt. The government wants to introduce changes in the way doctors are being paid. The main sticking point is over weekend pay and whether Saturdays should be classed as normal working days. Junior doctors are currently paid a premium at weekend. Mar 9, 2016
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