Europe
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Sunbeds still causing dangerous skin cancer
Tougher action is needed to reduce sunbed use and prevent skin cancer, researchers warn today. Read more
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How child obesity triggers early heart risk
Almost two-thirds of severely obese children under the age of 12 display symptoms of at least one risk factor for heart disease, researchers warned today. Read more
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HIV-2 key to treatment
The less common strain of HIV may yield secrets for stopping the development of Aids, Swedish researchers have reported. Read more
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Benefit of Avastin for metastatic breast cancer is small
A new review of the evidence is warning that the cancer drug bevacizumab (Avastin) is only slightly effective for patients with advanced breast cancer. Read more
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Sunshine vitamin no aid for blues
Taking supplements of vitamin D do not reduce the symptoms of depression, a Norwegian study has concluded. Read more
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Breakthrough hope after cancer enzyme is targeted
Scientists believe they may have discovered a breakthrough in targeting an enzyme that plays a critical role in the development of some cancers. Read more
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Four drinks a week may help prevent arthritis
Moderate drinking could help reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis, researchers say today. Read more
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Daily iron supplements not necessary during pregnancy
Pregnant women who take daily iron supplements may benefit just as much from reducing them to once a week, new research suggests. Read more
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Swine flu vaccine mostly safe
The swine flu vaccine is safe for women in the late stages of pregnancy – but questions remain about side-effects in the early stages, according to a major new study. Read more
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Space travel may boost lifespan
Travelling in space might help to extend life, scientists revealed last night. Read more