Traveller Health
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Possible dementia link to air pollution
There is a strong link between air pollution and the risk of developing dementia, researchers claim today. Read more
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Polluting soot particles can reach the placenta
Soot particles from air pollution can reach the placenta, a European conference has heard. Read more
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How holidays help the heart
Diet and lifestyle dominated the European Society of Cardiology’s annual congress yesterday. Read more
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MMR warning for student Euro-trips
Students planning European tours have been advised to ensure their MMR vaccination is up to date. Read more
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Typhoid gains extra DNA
An antibiotic resistant form of typhoid devastating Pakistan has acquired an extra piece of DNA, researchers have revealed. Read more
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Air pollution warnings "ineffective"
Government actions seeking to protect the public from air pollution are infective, public health specialists say today. Read more
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No idling zones to tackle pollution health problems
Motorists parking outside schools should be required to switch off engines to protect children from the effects of pollution, according to public health guidance published today. Read more
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Aircraft noise link to heart disease
Long-term exposure to continuous aircraft noise may be linked to hypertension, Greek researchers have reported. Read more
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Doctors plan for medical emergencies in deep space
Planners of long-range space missions need to think carefully about the risk of medical emergencies, a European conference has heard. Read more
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Space radiation gives leukaemia clue
Radiation exposure at levels encountered in deep space may increase the risk of leukaemia, scientists have warned. Read more