North America
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Study sheds light on women’s screening decisions
New research suggests that fear plays a major role in women’s decisions on whether or not to attend cancer screening. Read more
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Pandemic in early days – WHO
The world is in the "earliest days" of a pandemic, its senior doctor warned yesterday. Read more
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Low-carb vegetarianism cuts cholesterol
A near vegetarian diet, low in carbs, may be the best way to reduce weight and improve heart health, researchers claimed last night. Read more
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Hydrangea gives allergy drug hope
A new treatment for autoimmune disorders may be on the way, derived from the root of the hydrangea plant. Read more
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Swine flu grips south
Swine flu is getting a grip on the southern hemisphere as it heads into winter, according to the latest figures. Read more
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Asthma advice cuts hospital attendance
Experts believe that giving better advice could avoid emergency hospital visits for asthma. Read more
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Music charms prems
Premature babies may feel less pain and eat more when listening to music, new research suggests. Read more
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Test-tube baby boom
Test-tube baby treatments are booming around the world – and result in nearly a quarter of a million children annually, according to figures published today. Read more
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Leukaemia promise from green tea extract
Green tea may contain substances with powerful medical benefits, according to findings published yesterday. Read more
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Menopause timing genes found
New genetic findings may help predict when a woman is likely to face her menopause, researchers reported yesterday. Read more