Europe
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COPD deaths increasing with ageing population
The number of people dying from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is rising, despite survival rates improving in several countries, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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The soup drug-on malaria watch
Some indigenous soup recipes, imported to the UK by immigrant communities, contain anti-malarial properties, scientists reveal today. Read more
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Deep diving for new antibiotics
A German research team has been diving deep in the search of new antibiotics – and believes that sea-born bacteria may hold the key to dozens of new treatments. Read more
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Call for improved drug access for advanced breast cancer patients
A European conference has heard calls for improved access to drugs for patients with common forms of advanced breast cancer. Read more
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Malaria drug target stops parasite entering liver
New drug targets that aim to stop malaria parasites entering the liver have been identified in the first study of its kind, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Combination drug hope for some breast cancer patients
Some patients with HER2-positive breast cancer have responded well to the combination drug T-DM1, new research reveals today (15 November 2019). Read more
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Herbal risk to breast cancer patients
Patients with breast cancer are often tempted to turn to herbal therapies – but they may delay healing and interfere with treatments, a European conference will hear today. Read more
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Vaping risk of vascular damage
Scientists have made further discoveries into the damage that can be done by vaping, it was announced today. Read more
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Over 60s should increase exercise
People over the age of 60 should do more exercise – not less – to prevent heart disease and stroke, according to the findings of a major study published today. Read more
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Warning over skin contact after Caesarean section
ECG electrodes can cause complications when a mother is given contact with her new-born baby following Caesarean section, doctors have reported. Read more