Europe
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Hangovers linked to male stroke risk
A new study has shown how binge-drinking men suffer from rapidly deteriorating circulatory health. Read more
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Emotions affect drinking in pregnancy
A new study has discovered the rate of drinking among pregnant women is linked to feelings of anxiety and depression. Read more
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Lungs preserved for 11 hours in transplant first
Doctors in Belgium have successfully preserved a set of human lungs outside the body for 11 hours to conduct a pioneering transplant operation, it has been announced. Read more
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Air pollution link to underweight babies
Air pollution may be responsible for many cases of babies being born underweight, researchers say today. Read more
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Diabetes lifestyle advice same as for all
People with diabetes do not need different advice about diet and lifestyle from others, according to a new study. Read more
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Contraceptive risks outlined
The latest generation of contraceptive pills are safe for most women – but those at risk need to be told, European regulators are set to say. Read more
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Face pain campaign launched
A campaign has been launched to highlight the misery faced by those who suffer pain in the face, mouth and jaws. Read more
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Air and noise pollution affect heart
Air pollution can raise the risk of heart attack – and so may persistent noise, researchers have warned. Read more
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Booming economy leads to ‘higher’ death rates
A booming economy leads to more deaths among middle-aged and older people than a recession-hit economy, according to a major study published today. Read more
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Obese twins offer treatment clues
Researchers in Finland have found 16 pairs of identical twins – with one obese twin per pair. Read more