Health

The new drug could help with earlier diagnosis
17 April 2012

New drug could help improve dementia diagnosis rates
A new drug to detect beta amyloid – one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s - could help doctors to diagnose the disease earlier according to new research. The phase three study, ...

What can you do this week to help?
16 April 2012

Parkinson's Awareness Week
This week is Parkinson's Awareness Week, here to help bring awareness to the disease and this year's theme is Find a Cure.  It's a progressive neurological condition which affects one person ...

Can almonds increase your libido?
16 April 2012

Eat to increase your sexual appetite

Sometimes, getting in the mood for sex can take a little extra work than a sext (a sexy text, for those not in the know), a look or a touch. Food ...

Fake tan could be making you fat
16 April 2012

Chemical in fake tan could cause obesity and diabetes
A chemical used in fake tanning lotions could lead to obesity, according to a new study. The research discovered that those exposed to phthalates, colourless man-made substances, which can be found ...

Are you in control of your blood pressure?
13 April 2012

Diabetes sufferers warned against high blood pressure

Half of people who are suffering with diabetes are struggling to keep control of their blood pressure, which is seriously damaging to their health. Diabetes UK said the most recent figures, ...

A simple eye test could diagnose heart disease
13 April 2012

30 second eye test to help combat heart disease

A new eye test could help to save millions of lives by diagnosing heart disease early.  A pioneering study aims to determine whether a scan of blood vessels in the eye ...

Older varieties are said to be more nutritious
13 April 2012

More nutrients in older varieties of fruit and vegetables
Older varities of fruit and vegetables are being studied to find out whether they provide more nutrients. A three-year research project plans to get to the bottom of this and demonstrate ...

Dr Nerina Ramlakhan shares her knowledge
12 April 2012

The management of sleep - tips from the expert

With increasing pressure at home and work, the drive for sustained performance and technological demands, the need for efficient strategies for recovering energy is critical. For most of us, the ...

Make sure you get the best sleep possible
12 April 2012

The optimal breathing technique for sleeping

Dr Nerina Ramlakhan, Author of Tired but Wired and Sleep Expert at Silentnight beds shares with us the optimal breathing technique for getting the best night's sleep.  This technique can be ...

Could cabbage hold the key to preventing diseases?
12 April 2012

Could cabbage hold the key to preventing diseases?
Scientists are investigating whether compounds found in cabbage could help prevent against diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Experts from the University of Aberdeen’s Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health ...

Do you suffer from migraines?
11 April 2012

Workplace misery for migraine sufferers

Migraines are not taken seriously in the workplace according to sufferers, with just 5 per cent believing their boss understands the severity and impact of their migraines, according to new research.  In ...

The virus occurs naturally in our bodies
11 April 2012

A human virus could be used to treat head and neck cancer patients

A naturally-occurring harmless human virus may be able to boost the effects of two standard chemotherapy drugs in some cancer patients, according to early stage trial data published today in ...

Cheryl Cole is making a comeback with her third solo album
11 April 2012

Get Cheryl Cole's killer legs thanks to Tracy Anderson
Cheryl Cole gave us some serious leg envy when she was pictured on the set of her new video in LA. The singer looked stunning in her leopard print hoptants and ...

How much does technology impact upon your life?
10 April 2012

Apps - the future of training?
Technology takes over most of our lives, we spend time listening to music on portable devices, accessing the internet on the go and now we even read books from them.  Fitness ...

Do you have everything you need for the gym?
10 April 2012

Extra Virgin Olive Oil – The Perfect Gym Partner
When preparing for a workout we all remember to wear the correct clothing, fill up our water bottle and even check our playlist is up to date – but are ...

When was the last time you had a check-up?
10 April 2012

Too busy to breathe

Busy full-time workers with asthma are increasing their risk of an attack by not controlling their condition properly, according to new research released today.   Lloydspharmacy contacted over 1,000 people with asthma ...

Health on Female First
9 April 2012

Cancer leaves men feeling anxious, depressed and unsociable
As well as the health effects, men are left so anxious and depressed following their testicular cancer diagnosis that they find it hard to socialise, according to new research. More two-thirds ...

Obesity is believed to be a big factor
9 April 2012

Womb cancer deaths are rising

The number of women dying from cancer of the womb has increased by nearly 18 per cent in the past decade, according to the charity Cancer Research UK. Obesity is a ...

Hearing is set to affect millions
7 April 2012

Hearing the time bomb

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has predicted that by 2030 adult onset hearing loss will be in the top ten disease burdens in the UK, costing the economy billions. With one ...

Health on Female First
6 April 2012

Taller women at greater risk of ovarian cancer

Taller women are at more of a risk to ovarian cancer, according to new research. For every extra five centimetres in hieght there is a significant increased likelihood of ovarian cancer. Being ...

How much chocolate do you plan on eating over the weekend?
6 April 2012

This Easter avoid the Chocolate hangover

It’s coming up to every chocoholic’s favorite time of year: Easter!  That special day which gives us all the perfect excuse to eat our own body weight in chocolate and ...

Are you relying on sports drinks?
5 April 2012

Sports drinks overload

A little bit of extra energy and we can make it through the rest of the day - we've most likely all thought this at some point and thanks to ...

Breast cancer treatment drug not recommended by health authority
5 April 2012

Breast cancer treatment drug not recommended by health authority

Halaven (eribulin) a drug used for treatment of breast cancer is not to be recommended by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE). Evidence suggested that whilst the drug ...

Health on Female First
5 April 2012

Breast reduction increases life expectancy, says leading surgeon
A Harley Street consultant is questioning whether it is wrong for NHS Trusts to dismiss plastic surgery as simply the domain of the vain.  “Aesthetic procedures like breast reductions can improve ...