Europe
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Active commuting cuts heart attack risk
New research suggests that people who drive to work have a greater heart attack risk than those who walk or cycle. Read more
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Palliative care – Euro league table
Britain has the best palliative care in Europe, a conference has been told. Read more
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Probiotics could prevent pregnancy weight gain
Taking probiotics, such as yoghurt, may help pregnant women tackle the curse of weight gain after giving birth, researchers reported yesterday. Read more
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Bacteria designed to keep appetite in check
Scientists believe that probiotics may have a potential slimming effect, in addition to their other health benefits. Read more
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Complacency warning as swine flu spread slows
The global total of swine flu cases increased dramatically yesterday – but just one new case was confirmed in Britain. Read more
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Swine flu cases pass thousand
The total number of cases of confirmed swine flu passed 1,000 yesterday, involving some 21 countries. Read more
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Allergy tongue treatment backed
Under-the-tongue allergy treatments are effective and should be used more widely, say experts. Read more
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Hundreds in flu testing
Hundreds of tests were under way world-wide last night to establish if travellers from Mexico have passed on the swine flu virus. Read more
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Swine flu alerts raised as spread continues
Official concern about swine flu reached a new level last night as infections spread across Europe. Read more
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Half a glass for the heart
There’s been strong evidence that wine may be good for the heart – but new evidence published today suggests just half a glass a day may be best. Read more