Europe
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Job stress linked to rheumatoid arthritis mental health
Researchers have found new links between stress at work and risk of rheumatoid arthritis. Read more
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Euro-heart guidelines launched
Guidelines on treating a range of conditions have been launched by the European Society of Cardiology at its annual conference. Read more
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Diabetics urged to take pill
People with diabetes should continue to take aspirin to prevent heart disease – in spite of questions about the pill, an expert said yesterday. Read more
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Aspirin, coffee and exercise – which benefits heart?
The role of aspirin, coffee and exercise in heart disease were all under discussion at a conference of European experts yesterday. Read more
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Acupuncture boosts young women
Young women with an unpleasant disease that causes infertility can benefit from acupuncture and exercise, researchers have claimed. Read more
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Soluble fibre may ease IBS
New research supports the use of soluble fibre as an effective treatment for irritable bowel syndrome. Read more
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Swine flu deaths rise as new countries are hit
The number of deaths of swine flu patients continues to rise – even though the spread of the disease has slowed in many countries, it was reported yesterday. Read more
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Heart risk from smokeless tobacco
People who use smokeless tobacco products face a slightly increased risk of having a fatal heart attack or stroke, researchers warned yesterday. Read more
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Active chemicals in cannabis may halt prostate cancer
Cannabis may hold the key to a future treatment for prostate cancer, researchers believe. Read more
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Pill clotting risk could be reduced – experts
Women taking the contraceptive pill still face a risk of dangerous blood clots – and do not always get the safest brands, experts warned today. Read more