Europe
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Cell hope for Huntington’s disease
A novel form of cell transplant may form a successful cure for Huntington’s disease, say researchers from the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. Read more
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Sex tourism poses STI threat – study
Growing opportunities for international travel are linked with unsafe sexual practices for thousands of people, researchers warn today. Read more
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Cyanide antidote might treat diabetes
A drug used to treat cyanide poisoning might also be used to treat type 2 diabetes, researchers have revealed. Read more
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Olive oil key to healthy diet?
People eating the so-called Mediterranean diet may be protected against weight gain – however much they eat, researchers say today. Read more
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Lung cancer radiotherapy boost from trial
Patients with small cell lung cancer can now choose whether to undergo radiotherapy daily – or twice daily, according to the findings of a major European study. Read more
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Weight management apps unproven
Virtually no smartphone weight management app has been developed by a certified health organisation or university, a European conference will be told. Read more
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Obese people benefit from hip surgery
One in ten of those who receive artificial hips in Europe is obese – but the risk of complications increases with weight, a European conference has heard. Read more
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Protein clue to breast cancer prevention
New discoveries on the causes of breast cancer may help towards effective treatments for genetic forms of disease, according to Austrian researchers. Read more
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Migraine cardiovascular link examined
Young women who suffer from regular migraine attacks appear to have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, researchers warn today. Read more
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Focus on children’s digestive health
Europe needs to pay attention to the "digestive health" of its children, senior paediatricians have warned. Read more