North America
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Alzheimer’s drug hopes dashed
Hopes for a new drug for Alzheimer’s disease were dashed by researchers last night. Read more
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Diabetes puzzle from cholesterol drugs
Some people who take the cholesterol-lowering drugs, statins, may face a small increased risk of developing diabetes, researchers warned today. Read more
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Bunions inherited?
If you develop bunions and lesser toe deformities – blame your parents. For a new study has confirmed that white Europeans are likely to inherit their foot problems. Read more
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Embryo cell breakthrough scientists deny clone claims
Scientists in America have successfully undertaken a procedure reported by some to be a step towards human cloning, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Heart challenge for middle-aged
The hearts of middle-aged people benefit massively from improvements in fitness, according to a series of studies published last night. Read more
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Could obesity prevent endometriosis?
Body fat may be linked with a reduced risk for women of developing endometriosis, researchers say today. Read more
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Angelina sparks advice for women
Cancer experts have spoken out to advise women in the wake of actress Angelina Jolie’s decision to take radical action to prevent herself developing breast cancer. Read more
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New flu pregnancy mental health link
Children born to mothers who suffer from flu during pregnancy face a four times increased risk of developing a serious depressive disorder, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Pets could reduce heart disease risk
Owning a pet – particularly a dog – could help to lower the risk of heart disease, according to a leading specialist. Read more
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Peppers could protect against Parkinson’s
Foods that contain dietary nicotine, including peppers and tomatoes, could help to protect against Parkinson’s disease, researchers reported last night. Read more