26/6/09 - Hidden heart condition plea
An undiagnosed genetic heart condition is putting thousands of lives
at risk, an expert will warn today. More
26/6/09 - 'Urgent action' needed on older cancer deaths
New figures show that the death toll from cancer among people over 75
is higher in the UK than most Western countries. More
25/6/09 - Early
infection protects against allergies
Infection with a common virus at an early age helps protect children against
developing allergies, according to new findings. More
25/6/09 - Screening
age stays put after Goody review
The British government has rejected calls to cut the age at which women
are screened for cervical cancer following the death of reality TV star
Jade Goody. More
24/6/09 - Olives
not fish key to Mediterranean health
Some components of the so-called Mediterranean diet are more beneficial
than others, researchers reported today. More
24/6/09 - Osteoporosis
drug monitoring 'unnecessary'
Monitoring women on anti-osteoporosis treatment is a waste of resources,
experts say today. More
23/6/09 - How
music boosts the circulation
Doctors have suspected for a while that music can be good for the heart
- now a detailed study has given new clues. More
23/6/09 - Euro-confusion
over coma patients
Doctors and health professionals across Europe have little agreement on
key issues about the treatment of coma patients, a conference heard yesterday.
More
22/6/09 - Sunbeds
not for teens - radiation experts
Sunbed companies may face tough regulation after a government advisory
body warned of the cancer risk from their use. More
22/6/09 - Public
should get mind drugs - professor
A British medical ethicist has called for the public to have access to
mind-enhancing drugs, such as Ritalin.. More