
Breast cancer gene linked to Scottish island
We hear about a cancer gene identified in people with Orkney Islands heritage.
Residents on a remote Scottish island are to be offered testing after scientists identified a gene variant known to increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. We speak to two women who both discovered they have the BRCA1 gene mutation and decided to have a preventative double mastectomy.
This week we have spoken to people who have been wrongfully convicted about what it is like after you have been released from prison. Today two therapists explain the psychological impact on exonerees and how they try to help them.
President Xi from China will travel to Moscow next week to discuss “partnership and co-operation” with President Putin. We look at what’s expected from the talks.
A former professional surfer in Sydney has broken the 30-hour world record for the longest surf session. We speak to a surfer in Portugal about Blake Johnston's achievement.
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