Australia
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New co-sleeping link to cot death
Sleeping with babies is now one of the key risks that can lead to cot death, British experts warned today. Read more
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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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How the anxious and depressed pile on the pounds
People who are anxious and depressed face a hugely increased risk of becoming obese, researchers warned yesterday. Read more
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Chance that Chinese herbs may hold back diabetes
There is a possibility that Chinese herbal medicines have help prevent diabetes, but more evidence is needed, experts say today. Read more
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New doubts on prostate screening
New research has come out against population-wide screening of men for prostate cancer using the prostate specific antigen test. Read more
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New blood pressure drug
A new drug could add to the armoury of treatments available for high blood pressure, doctors report today. 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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Swine flu deaths rise as new countries are hit
The number of deaths of swine flu patients continues to rise – even though the spread of the disease has slowed in many countries, it was reported yesterday. Read more
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Flu rates fall
The school holidays may have led to a marked slowing down of the spread of swine flu in Britain, according to the latest estimates. Read more