North America
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Hope for new cancer drug combos
A massive analysis of cancer drugs has thrown up several new combinations that might improve treatments, a European conference heard today. Read more
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Multivitamin does not reduce heart attack or stroke risk in men
Multivitamin supplements do not reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke, a major study of middle-aged men shows today. Read more
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Cholesterol injections, tomatoes and probiotics for heart
Injecting “good” cholesterol after suffering a heart attack could lower the risk of subsequent attacks, a conference has heard. Read more
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Heart to power pacemakers
The beating heart could replace batteries as the power source for pacemakers, researchers have revealed. Read more
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New gene map revealed
The deciphering of the human genetic map continued to gather pace last night as an international team published a "map" of genetic variations. Read more
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ADHD link to smoking genetic?
Children with hyperactivity disorder often go on to become smokers – and now researchers think there is a genetic link underlying this. Read more
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World climate change links forged
As the so-called "Frankenstorm" threatens millions in the USA, health experts announced a major collaboration with meteorologists. Read more
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Fainting link to flying DVT
Air travellers who start fainting may be developing blood clots in the circulation, researchers warned yesterday. Read more
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Cyber-bullying link to suicide
An expert has called for social media companies to take steps to protect teenagers from cyber-bullying – warning that it contributes to suicides. Read more
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HIV vitamin benefits queried
New research has found no benefit of high-dose multivitamins for patients on HIV treatment. Read more