Health
Sunday, 20th May, 2012 - 20:26
A cheap drug, which is already prescribed for arthritis, could fight amoebic dysentery, according to researchers in the US.
Sunday, 20th May, 2012 - 12:51
Health Secretary Andrew Lansley insists the quality of hospital food in England will improve, after criticism of the nutritional value of meals currently offered.
Sunday, 20th May, 2012 - 02:00
An extract of the Chinese herb kudzu dramatically reduces drinking and may be useful in the treatment of alcoholism and curbing binge drinking.
Sunday, 20th May, 2012 - 02:00
Many people know diabetes can take a serious toll on physical health. But these blood-sugar disorders also can affect your emotions and, in turn, your emotions can wreak havoc on your diabetes control.
Sunday, 20th May, 2012 - 02:00
Ringing in the ears can be a temporary or permanent problem. Find out more in this infographic.
Sunday, 20th May, 2012 - 02:00
While most of the research on diet and obesity focuses on what people eat, a new study suggests that more attention should be given to when people eat.
Sunday, 20th May, 2012 - 02:00
A preliminary study links chemicals found in certain sunscreens to a higher risk of endometriosis, but it's too soon to say whether there's any reason for women to change their habits.
Saturday, 19th May, 2012 - 17:39
TV chef Jamie Oliver says he has given up on trying to change governments' attitudes to healthy eating, as he visits New York in a bid to tackle obesity there.
Saturday, 19th May, 2012 - 14:12
The prospect of high student debt and increased pension contributions could discourage young people from entering medicine, a senior doctor warns.
Saturday, 19th May, 2012 - 03:04
Do repeated concussions lead to brain damage?
