North America
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Asthma molecule fights skin cancer
High levels of a molecule that is involved in asthma and allergies may help to combat skin cancer, researchers have reported. Read more
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Global study finds genes linked to cholesterol
The major study of cholesterol has identified 21 new gene variants linked with heart disease, it was announced last night. Read more
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Gene linked to psychiatric illness and obesity
A missing part in the human genome may contribute to depression and obesity, researchers have revealed. Read more
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Brits not bothered about flu scare
Britons were the most reluctant in the world to take measures to stop the spread of the swine flu epidemic, researchers say today. Read more
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Indoor sunbeds linked to three skin cancer types
Further evidence has shown the dangers of using indoor tanning booths, researchers warn today. Read more
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Vitamin D no good for colds, study suggests
A new study has found no evidence that taking a vitamin D supplement can reduce the chance of catching a cold. Read more
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New migraine wine theory
People with migraine who want to drink wine may find the sweet kind helps spare them headaches, researchers have reported. Read more
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Gene project reveals brain insights
Stunning new insights into the human brain are emerging from a project which has mapped the role of thousands of genes, British researchers revealed last night. Read more
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Body fat location linked to diabetes risk
Fat around the abdomen is a key factor in increasing diabetes risk, experts warn today. Read more
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No trace of ME viruses
Two viruses found in mice have no role in the development of chronic fatigue syndrome in humans, researchers said yesterday. Read more