Europe
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How night work harms heart
Working nights regularly over a period of years significantly increases the risk of heart disease, according to a major international study published yesterday. Read more
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Uncovering the impact of alcoholism
Common genetic predispositions may contribute to increased mortality risk and to alcohol use disorder, according to a Swedish study. Read more
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Happiness genes unveiled
Three genes have been found linked to happiness, Dutch researchers reported last night. Read more
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Search launched for hearing loss drugs
A British charity is to finance a major international search to find the first drugs for hearing loss, it was announced today. Read more
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Mediterranean diet aids health – but doubts about Western eating
A diet rich in so-called Mediterranean foods is linked to a significant reduction in cardiovascular events – even if it is mixed with other "unhealthy" foods, researchers reported today. Read more
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School gender mix affects eating disorder diagnosis
The proportion of girls to boys in a school affects the risk of girls developing eating disorders, according to a new study. Read more
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Malaria erased from Europe
Malaria transmission has been eliminated from Europe, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Greek dancing improves strength in elderly heart patients
Elderly people with heart failure could embrace their inner Zorba the Greek and get dancing after a study found that Greek dancing improves their strength and ability to jump. Read more
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Improved survival rates among young liver transplant patients
Four out of five youngsters who receive liver transplants are now expected to survive for 20 years, it has been revealed. Read more
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How coffee combats fatty liver disease
Coffee may help combat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, a conference heard yesterday. Read more