A & E
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Swine flu’s killer streak revealed
Two new studies highlight the threat posed by swine flu in the earliest stages of the outbreak – leading to comparisons with the deadly 1918 pandemic. Read more
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ICU warning on swine flu
Up to 20 per cent of intensive care beds could be occupied by swine flu patients if the disease becomes a winter epidemic, according to a new analysis. Read more
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New method helps respiratory failure patients
A high-tech treatment may be the best way to treat patients worst hit by the swine-flu and other critical lung diseases, researchers have reported. Read more
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Call to limit preventable early death
Dangerous driving is one of the main killers of young people worldwide, experts warn today. Read more
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Virus that may stop dying
A common childhood virus may hold the clue to reversing the dying process that follows loss of oxygen, a European conference was told yesterday. Read more
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Children can be taught resuscitation
Researchers have found that children as young as nine years old can "successfully and effectively" learn basic life support skills. Read more
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Allergy shock treatment hope
Scientists may have found a way of limiting the danger of anaphylactic shock caused by allergic reactions. Read more
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Global action on car deaths – call
Pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists account for nearly 50 per cent of all deaths on the world’s roads, according to a report published yesterday. Read more
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Warning over trampoline dangers
Having a trampoline at a family party or barbecue may be a bad idea, doctors warned today. Read more
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Warning over caffeinated chewing gum
Italian doctors warn today of the dangers of stimulant chewing gums containing caffeine. Read more