Asia
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Antibiotic levels too high in rivers
The world’s major rivers are awash with excessively high levels of antibiotics, British researchers have warned. Read more
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Glasgow hears about world obesity challenge
Health care agencies overwhelmingly underestimate efforts made by the obese to lose weight, according to a new international study. Read more
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Global measles outbreak warning
Rates of measles have quadrupled this year globally, including in Europe, the World Health Organisation has warned. Read more
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Alcohol genes point to stroke risk
Light and moderate drinking offers no protection against the risk of having a stroke, according to a pioneering genetic study published today. Read more
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Advantage from just ten minutes’ exercise
Benefits for health begin even at very small amounts of physical activity, researchers report today. Read more
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Coffee compounds could inhibit prostate cancer – lab study
Compounds found in coffee could inhibit prostate cancer, a European conference is to hear today. Read more
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Rise in research on rare cancers
Less-common types of cancer are increasingly being studied in research trials, experts have reported. Read more
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Panel could lead to global oversight of gene editing
An international inquiry has been launched into human gene editing following the controversy over the activities of a Chinese doctor. Read more
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Polio stays world emergency
The spread of polio in many poor countries remains a global public health emergency, the World Health Organisation has said, warning of growing problems in countries such as Afghanistan. Read more
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Chance discovery could revolutionise platelet donations
Scientists have successfully grown platelets from stem cells derived from adipose tissue, it has been announced. Read more