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Last broadcast on Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 12:00 on BBC Radio 4 (FM only) (see all broadcasts).
Synopsis
Private universities have reported a post A Level surge in interest - so what do they offer that's different from publically funded institutions?
Botox is best known as an anti-aging treatment but it has just been licensed in the UK for some kinds of migraine. We find out how it works and ask what else is in the pipeline.
And how the death of a daughter led one woman to campaign on cycle safety.
Headache Treatments
Neurologist Dr Juana Marin looking into new treatments for headaches.
Cycle Safety
Reporter Siobhann Tighe testing equipment which lets lorry drivers know that cyclists are nearby.
Chapters
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Chapter 1
As the last few places to study at university this year are snapped up, the UK's private institutions have reported a surge in inquiries.
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Chapter 2
Official statistics this week confirm a drop in deaths caused by MRSA of almost 40 per cent.
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Chapter 3
The mother who bought shares in the company whose lorry killed her daughter and then used her influence to get safety improvements made to the rest of the company's trucks.
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Chapter 4
Most people know about Botox as a way to prevent wrinkles but it’s just been licensed to treat migraines in the UK.
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Chapter 5
Plans to reorganise the fire service are delayed and overbudget.
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Chapter 6
Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been returned to older and disabled people targeted by rogue traders.
Broadcasts
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Wed 25 Aug 201012:00
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Wed 25 Aug 201012:04
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