Doctor, doctor, you're not on my wavelength

Article Abstract:

The UK's medical schools set extremely high entry criteria, taking only those students who have performed outstandingly at A-level. It is possible to argue that people who will ultimately be responsible for saving the lives of others should be very intelligent, but this view overlooks the fact that much of medical practice is routine and repetitive. Indeed, there is a danger that the most intelligent doctors will quickly become bored. Against this background, it may be better for medical schools to select students on the basis of personality, as well as academic achievement.

Column, Physicians, Medical professions, Training, College admissions, Medical colleges, Medical school admissions

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Cape of good hope

Article Abstract:

Doctors have expressed great surprise at the fact that actor Christopher Reeve, who broke his neck in a horse-riding accident in 1995, appears to be regaining some feeling in his back, hands and arms. Some believe that Reeve's recovery must be closely associated with his extremely strong, focused personality, as it is very rare for someone with his injuries to begin to recover so long after the accident. Experts believe that Reeve would be most unlikely to recover any further.

Reeve, Christopher (American actor), Spinal cord, Spinal cord regeneration

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Blood clots may affect one in ten passengers

Article Abstract:

One in 10 passengers experience early indications of deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) as a result of intercontinental air travel, according to research headed by consultant surgeon John Scurr. This finding is likely to cause further alarm among passengers.

Causes of, Air travel, Thrombosis, Deep vein, Deep vein thrombosis

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