Stem cells from women’s eggs hold transplant hope

Women could receive transplant organs grown from stem cells from one of their donated eggs, according to a study in the journal Science today.

Boy who could walk on hot coals offers clues to pain management

· Gene mutation that blocks signs of damage identified · Scientists hope study may lead to new treatments

Abortion drug can prevent breast tumours, says study

A chemical used in the abortion pill has been found to prevent the growth of breast and ovarian cancers, scientists report.

Tests suggest some men on medication may be infertile

Best-selling antidepressant drugs may be making some men infertile, according to research reported yesterday.

Gene therapy raises hope for Parkinson’s sufferers

· Virus treatment found to boost all patients tested · US study may pave way to less invasive procedure

Research offers hope of repairing damage suffered in heart attacks

· Injections help cell regeneration in rats· Drugs have potential to treat dangerous scarring