Europe
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Alarm at rise in pollution deaths
The number of deaths worldwide known to be caused by air pollution has nearly doubled in the last seven years, officials warned yesterday. Read more
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Pregnancy risks studied
Women exposed to a range of chemicals during pregnancy may face an increased risk of their child developing asthma, researchers warned yesterday. Read more
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Alcohol linked to asthma risk
People who drink moderate amounts of alcohol may reduce their risk of developing asthma, researchers reported yesterday. Read more
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Brits lead lung gene findings
Researchers have made major discoveries about the genetics of lung health, it was announced last night. Read more
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Elderly breast cancer sufferers “under-treated”
Elderly women who are diagnosed with breast cancer risk being under-treated because of their age, thus increasing the chances of their dying from the disease, an expert said yesterday. Read more
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Antibiotic gel to treat Lyme disease
German researchers have devised a quick and simple treatment for Lyme disease, using a gel. Read more
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Breastfeeding and touch may ease pain in newborns
Breastfeeding and massages may help to reduce pain in newborns, delegates at a European conference have heard. Read more
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Apples and pears “protect against stroke”
Eating apples and pears may help to protect against stroke, according to a study that looked at the link between the colour of fruits and vegetables with the disease. Read more
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Female cancers blight millions
Two major cancers affect about two million women worldwide annually, according to an analysis published last night. Read more
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Lifestyle’s global sickness toll
Millions of people around the world are now dying early from life-style related diseases such as heart disease and many forms of cancer, according to a global report published today. Read more