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People 'must be unit savvy' with alcohol
Posted: 28/08/2009
Healthcare professionals are constantly highlighting the dangers of drinking to excess and numerous studies have linked it to conditions ranging from liver cirrhosis to cancer. Read more...
Recession 'more likely to cause depression'
Posted: 28/08/2009
Boarded-up windows have become a common sight on many high streets as businesses are forced to close due to the economic downturn and for now it appears that the recession is likely to continue into the near future. Read more...
Good relationships 'the key to longer lives'
Posted: 28/08/2009
Experts have been saying it for years, but now it truly does seem that a healthy relationship is the key to a longer life. Read more...
Swine flu 'not deterring travellers'
Posted: 28/08/2009
The furore over swine flu is beginning to die down slightly and people are being less precautionary than when the outbreak first took hold, but the fact remains that the disease has killed hundreds of people worldwide. Read more...
Beta-blockers 'not as effective in older people'
Posted: 28/08/2009
Many people take beta-blockers in order to alleviate high blood pressure and their presence is a common sight in hundreds of medicine cabinets. Read more...
Women 'need to be breast aware'
Posted: 28/08/2009
Rarely a day goes by without a fundraising event for breast cancer taking place somewhere in the country and women often participate in fun runs and similar activities in their thousands in honour of friends and family. Read more...
Peptide 'may prevent lung cancer'
Posted: 27/08/2009
As lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in the entire world, largely due to factors such as smoking, experts are constantly on the lookout for therapies which may be able to prevent the development of the disease. Read more...
Losing weight 'may improve asthma symptoms'
Posted: 27/08/2009
Scientists are frequently establishing links between separate diseases, with experts recently suggesting that obesity and cancer are directly connected. Read more...
Healthy hearts 'can ward off Alzheimer's'
Posted: 27/08/2009
For years healthcare experts have been researching herbal remedies to stave off the onset of life-damaging Alzheimer's disease, but the key to preventing the condition may be linked to another part of the body, according to one expert. Read more...
Ovarian cancer 'must be targeted'
Posted: 27/08/2009
As thousands of women develop breast cancer every year in the UK, the disease has a large spot in the public's collective consciousness and there are several charities frequently raising further awareness of the condition. Read more...
New discovery 'may help diabetes and obesity treatments'
Posted: 27/08/2009
As obesity is an ever-increasing problem throughout the world, more and more people are developing its associated conditions. Read more...
Wonder vine 'may prevent stroke'
Posted: 26/08/2009
Researchers are frequently lauding new 'miracle foods' that appear to stave off life-threatening conditions, but now it appears that experts in the US may have found a truly effective remedy. Read more...
Marker 'may aid breast cancer treatment'
Posted: 26/08/2009
The fight against breast cancer is stronger than ever, with women and men all over the world constantly taking part in fundraising efforts to tackle the disease. Read more...
Research: Low-carb diets lead to heart problems
Posted: 26/08/2009
Ladies have recently been warned by experts that a balanced diet is the best way to lose weight, which has been reinforced by new research. Read more...
Asthma more likely in apple-shaped ladies
Posted: 26/08/2009
Many Brits already know that obesity can lead to asthma but new research has found that women of a healthy weight but who carry more of it around their middle may be more prone to the condition. Read more...
Being separated 'increases cervical cancer death risk'
Posted: 25/08/2009
Although many factors have been attributed to causing an increased risk of death from cervical cancer, with size and race among them, researchers now believe they have found another. Read more...
Vaccine 'could fight ovarian cancer'
Posted: 24/08/2009
A new vaccine which may give hope to sufferers of ovarian cancer is about to be tested by specialists in the US. Read more...
Women should think long term about dieting
Posted: 21/08/2009
As the summer reaches its peak and many people rapidly pack their bags to head abroad and escape the British weather, some may think about losing a few pounds before hitting the beach, but one expert said it is simpler than many may think. Read more...
Gardasil 'continues to be safe and effective'
Posted: 21/08/2009
Women's health insurance holders have been reassured about the safety of the Gardasil vaccine against cervical cancer, after more comments came from the US government. Read more...
Cannabis can help prostate cancer patient ? but don't smoke it
Posted: 20/08/2009
Cancer patients have received contradictory advice this week after it was found that cannabis can help halt the growth of therapy-resistant prostate cancer cells, but sufferers were told not to take the drug. Read more...
Low dose oestrogen could help breast cancer sufferers
Posted: 20/08/2009
Women who are suffering from a recurrence of breast cancer may find a low dose of oestrogen could help them to battle the disease. Read more...
Stressed people 'may be at risk'
Posted: 19/08/2009
Stress has long been linked with various medical problems and the global financial crisis has seen tension levels rise at an unprecedented rate. Read more...
New wound healing technique 'has extra benefits'
Posted: 19/08/2009
There have been many horror stories in recent years about people going for operations and later contracting infections due to wounds not healing properly, with England cricketer Kevin Pietersen a high-profile casualty. Read more...
Changing diets 'may be damaging'
Posted: 19/08/2009
Magazines and TV shows are constantly advertising diets with the promise that those following the regimen will 'lose pounds' or radically change their body. Read more...
New drug 'increases breast cancer survival'
Posted: 19/08/2009
A lauded new drug which helps breast cancer sufferers to live longer has shown more promising results in the latest trials. Read more...
Blood pressure drug 'may prevent MS'
Posted: 18/08/2009
Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects thousands of people in the UK and can be a crippling disease in its later and severe stages, particularly as one of the main treatments is regular exercise, rather than a traditional drug. Read more...
Ham with lunch 'will not pose a health risk'
Posted: 18/08/2009
Since the Earl of Sandwich first decided to place a piece of meat between two slices of bread, people have been enjoying ham with their lunch. Read more...
Experts fine tune cervical cancer drug
Posted: 18/08/2009
Healthcare experts are constantly seeking the elusive cure for cancer, with thousands of researchers all over the world devoting years of their life to the cause, often with little result. Read more...
People 'attempting to deceive swine flu service'
Posted: 18/08/2009
Thousands of people have died from swine flu worldwide and the global media has written hundreds of reports about the deadly virus. Read more...
MRI 'may not help breast cancer sufferers'
Posted: 17/08/2009
It is a well-known fact that the earlier cancer is diagnosed and the sooner it is treated, then the better the patient's chances of recovering are. Read more...
Cancer tumour growth cells 'not invincible'
Posted: 14/08/2009
Despite recent reports revealing that the number for people dying from cancer has declined over the last 30 years, it remains the second biggest killer on the planet. Read more...
OCD 'can be debilitating'
Posted: 14/08/2009
Everybody has experienced a moment when they have had to go back and check a door lock or make sure a light is turned off, but for some people this can become an obsession. Read more...
Eating meat 'does not cause breast cancer'
Posted: 14/08/2009
Recent healthcare studies have suggested that vegetarians may have a lower risk of developing cancer than those who frequently eat meat, which may have led many people to alter their diets. Read more...
Cancer death rates decline
Posted: 13/08/2009
As one of the biggest killers in the world, cancer often gets more time devoted to its eradication than any other disease. Read more...
Sleep patterns 'may indicate depression risk'
Posted: 13/08/2009
Teenagers have long been stereotyped as hermits who spend most of the day sleeping and have irregular rest patterns Read more...
Obesity 'increases prostate cancer risk'
Posted: 13/08/2009
The country has been declared as being in an "obesity epidemic" and healthcare experts everywhere are urging health insurance customers to monitor their diets. Read more...
Radical tool 'could beat ovarian cancer'
Posted: 13/08/2009
Despite researchers the world over searching for solutions, ovarian cancer is still one of the biggest female killers. Read more...
Healthcare experts make Alzheimer's breakthrough
Posted: 12/08/2009
As 60 per cent of people suffering from dementia have Alzheimer's, healthcare specialists are constantly looking for ways to combat the disease. Read more...
New treatment 'may prevent blindness'
Posted: 12/08/2009
Going blind is a terrifying prospect for some people and many stop at nothing to preserve the health of their eyes. Read more...
Breastfeeding 'may reduce cancer risk'
Posted: 12/08/2009
Breastfeeding has long been lauded as a good way for women to lose baby weight following pregnancy. Read more...
Optimistic women 'live longer'
Posted: 11/08/2009
Women who have an optimistic outlook on life may have something else to smile about following the publication of the latest statistics. Read more...
Four golden rules 'severely reduce disease risk'
Posted: 11/08/2009
People can help to drastically reduce their chances of developing a deadly disease by following four golden rules, according to new research. Read more...
Cancer therapy 'may increase diabetes risk'
Posted: 11/08/2009
Thousands of children a year are diagnosed with cancers such as leukaemia, with one method of treatment being radiation therapy. Read more...
Tobacco and alcohol 'causing mouth cancer cases'
Posted: 11/08/2009
There has been a surge in the number of people in the UK being diagnosed with deadly mouth cancer, according to the latest statistics. Read more...
Breakthrough 'may help brain cancer sufferers'
Posted: 11/08/2009
Brain cancer is one of the most deadly of all cancers, largely owing to the difficulty in treating patients with the disease. Read more...
People 'must do more' to lose weight
Posted: 11/08/2009
The number of obese people in the UK continues to rise and the government is constantly pointing out the dangers of obesity, yet many individuals are refusing to do anything about the problem. Read more...
Ovarian cancer sufferers 'can preserve fertility'
Posted: 10/08/2009
Although ovarian cancer usually affects older women, 17 per cent of the 6,800 new cases of ovarian cancer diagnosed each year in the UK affect those under the age of 40. Read more...
Having a stroke 'doubles fracture risk'
Posted: 07/08/2009
For many sufferers, having a stroke can damage lives permanently and affect not only the victim, but their family as well. Read more...
Experts: Beetroot juice boosts stamina
Posted: 07/08/2009
With employees working longer and longer days and juggling a chaotic domestic life, many turn to a few cups of strong coffee to perk them and get them through the day. Read more...
Recession 'will make people fatter'
Posted: 07/08/2009
Although seemingly two very different subjects, obesity and the recession are things which never seem to be off the news today. Read more...
Scientists make breast cancer breakthrough
Posted: 07/08/2009
As one of the leading causes of death in the world in women, scientists have been attempting to identify what makes breast cancer so deadly and attempt to plug gaps in the knowledge of the disease. Read more...
Brain exercises 'can delay dementia'
Posted: 06/08/2009
Older people have long been seeking for a way to prevent the onset of dementia, with methods ranging from herbal remedies to computer games claiming to help keep the brain healthy. Read more...
Heavy drinking 'increases cancer risk'
Posted: 06/08/2009
Healthcare authorities are constantly trying to curb the number of people who binge drink, particularly the young. Read more...
Diet 'may affect breast cancer risk'
Posted: 06/08/2009
When women sit down to lunch or dinner, they may not be aware that what they are about to consume could affect their chances of developing breast cancer. Read more...
Depression 'may affect rheumatoid arthritis'
Posted: 05/08/2009
With the effects of the recession being felt all over the world, the number of people suffering from depression is likely to have increased. Read more...
Diet supplements 'may pose a healthcare risk'
Posted: 05/08/2009
In an effort to increase their overall health, many people turn to the medicine shelf and take a range of different supplements. Read more...
Hip and back fractures 'increase risk of death'
Posted: 05/08/2009
Thousands of elderly people are admitted to healthcare facilities each year after suffering hip and back fractures, but the falls they have experienced may actually be increasing their risk of death. Read more...
High cholesterol 'may cause dementia'
Posted: 05/08/2009
Though it may tempting to indulge in a cooked breakfast or bacon sandwich, doing so may be putting individual health insurance customers at risk of developing dementia. Read more...
Stress 'may cause heart disease'
Posted: 05/08/2009
With the recession taking hold, many people are likely to feel more stressed and upset than before. Read more...
Research breakthrough 'may prevent ovarian cancer'
Posted: 05/08/2009
Ovarian cancer is one of the most common forms of the disease in the UK and kills over 4,000 women a year. Read more...
Regular physical exercise "essential" for children"
Posted: 04/08/2009
Children should be encouraged to take part in regular physical exercise in order to promote their development, according to one healthcare expert. Read more...
Sexual health tests 'should be easily available'
Posted: 04/08/2009
As the number of people in the UK suffering from sexual health issues continues to rise, new ways of informing and educating the public are constantly being sought. Read more...
Many people 'obsessed' with tanning
Posted: 04/08/2009
With skin cancer cases rocketing and healthcare agencies issuing frequent warnings about the dangers of UV rays, it is perhaps surprising that so many people are still choosing to bake in the sun in search of the perfect tan. Read more...
Smoking 'gives no reward'
Posted: 03/08/2009
Smoking is universally recognised as being detrimental to health, although millions of people continue to do it. Read more...
Eating too much 'may cause cancer'
Posted: 03/08/2009
With supermarkets increasingly offering special offers on food and some restaurants providing all-you-can-eat buffets, the temptation is often there to eat more food than is needed. Read more...
