Europe
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Single embryo transfer best option
Assisted reproduction is most effectively done using single embryos – rather than procedures that can lead to multiple births, researchers reported yesterday. Read more
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Travellers perplexed by illness
British travellers do not understand their rights to seek medical treatment in Europe, according to a survey published today. Read more
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Thousands cured of cancer
Growing numbers of patients are genuinely “cured” of cancer by modern treatments, a major European study reported today. Read more
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False claims sneak through search filters – doctors
Major web search engines may be aiding the promotion of false medical claims, doctors claimed today. Read more
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Prostate screening doubts unresolved
Screening men for cancer may save lives – but programmes may not be beneficial experts warned last night. Read more
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Travel insurance warning
British travellers have been warned to take precautions to ensure they have access to medical care if they leave the UK. Read more
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Heart disease prevention must improve – Euro-experts
Guidelines on heart disease prevention are failing to make a big difference to patient lifestyles, experts warned today. Read more
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Drug errors ‘common’ in intensive care units
Researchers say they have discovered an alarming rate of injected medication errors in intensive care units in Britain and Europe. Read more
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Mental turmoil linked to heart disease
Anger, hostility and depression all aggravate the risk of major heart problems, according to two new studies published last night. Read more
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Drugs to delay labour carry risk
Experts have issued a warning about some drugs that delay premature labour. Read more