Flu & Viruses
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Magic bullet hopes for deadly viruses
Single "magic bullet" treatments may be developed to treat deadly strains of flu and HIV, it was announced last night. Read more
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HIV causing tuberculosis epidemic in South Africa
Tuberculosis and HIV are together taking a huge toll on South Africa, say researchers. Read more
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Nurses can boost access to antiretroviral therapy
It is safe and effective for nurses to monitor antiretroviral therapy for HIV patients, experts state today. Read more
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WHO hits at swine flu critics
The world’s most senior doctor has hit back at critics who have claimed conflicts of interest blighted the response to swine flu. Read more
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World Cup health warning
As fans flock to South Africa for a historic World Cup, experts have warned them not to get carried away by the festival atmosphere. Read more
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Split virus wins flu vaccine battle
The two vaccines used to protect British children against swine flu had very different effects, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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New jaundice guidelines urge care
Babies with jaundice need to undergo proper testing to ensure their health is not at risk, NHS advisers said today. Read more
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Smallpox clue to AIDS battle
The world needs to learn the lesson from smallpox eradication to combat the threats to 21st century health, a global gathering was told yesterday. Read more
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A spoonful of sugar helps…
Mary Poppins sang it in the children’s classic – and now experts say it is true: a spoonful of sugar does help the medicine go down. Read more
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HPV screening may boost detection
Tests that look for the virus linked to cervical cancer may be more successful than conventional screening, researchers report today. Read more