Europe
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20g nuts a day "reduces" risk of diseases
People who eat a handful of nuts a day have a lower risk of heart disease, cancer and other diseases, according to a new study led by European researchers. Read more
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VR tackles phantom limb pain
Augmented reality can help amputees tackle phantom limb pain, researchers have reported. Read more
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Gut bacterium becomes obesity treatment
Belgian researchers have begun clinical trials using pasteurised bacteria as a treatment for diabetes and obesity, it was announced last night. Read more
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How alcohol affects stroke risk
The effects of alcohol on stroke risk vary between ischaemic and haemorrhagic disease, according to a new Swedish study today. Read more
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Carb link to IBS
Swedish researchers have found genetic links between carbohydrate intake and irritable bowel syndrome. Read more
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Wild swan brings autumn virus threat
A highly infectious bird flu virus has returned to Europe – but still poses a “very low” risk of to humans, according to European officials. Read more
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Giant genetic leap for Europe
European researchers have revealed the findings of a major project that set out to investigate links between blood cell development and a range of disease. Read more
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Acne bacterium clue to skin protection
A skin bacterium thought to be linked to acne may protect against a range of diseases, including sun damage, according to Swedish researchers. Read more
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Device will monitor cellular radiation dose
European scientists have developed a device that can monitor radiation levels delivered to individual cells during cancer treatment, it has been announced. Read more
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‘Worried well’ link to heart disease risk
People who needlessly worry that they have, or will develop, serious illness could increase their risk of heart disease, according to Norwegian research published today. Read more