Europe
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COPD’s worldwide toll
More than three million people die worldwide from chronic respiratory diseases every year, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Breast metastasis driven by genetic change
Metastatic breast cancer cells break away from the primary tumour at a late stage, according to a genetic study unveiled last night. Read more
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Caesarean adds risk to hysterectomy
Having a caesarean section raises the risk of complications if a future hysterectomy is needed, according to a new Danish analysis. Read more
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Biological bypass ‘safe’ for heart disease patients
A ‘biological bypass’ appears safe for patients with coronary heart disease and shows promise, according to a breakthrough Finnish study. Read more
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Caution urged over aggressive hypertension treatment
Aggressively reducing blood pressure in some older people can increase the risk of falls and blackouts, Irish doctors have warned. Read more
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New immune cell clue to allergic diseases
A ‘checkpoint’ that guards immune cells playing a key role in allergic diseases has been discovered by a research team in Ireland. Read more
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Web aids binge eating disorder care
Internet-based support can effectively help reduce the severity of binge eating disorder, German researchers have reported. Read more
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Gold improves cancer treatments, says study
Gold improves the effectiveness of drugs targeting lung cancer cells, a joint Scottish/Spanish study has revealed for the first time. Read more
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New botulinum neurotoxin is discovered
A new type of botulinum neurotoxin has been discovered – the first one in nearly 50 years. Read more
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Training aids multiple sclerosis patients
Resistance training may have a beneficial effect on the brain and slow down disease progression in people with multiple sclerosis, Danish researchers have reported. Read more