Parents may be putting their young children at risk of skin cancer in later life by not paying enough attention to protecting them from the sun’s powerful summer rays, according to a study.
Toxins produced by 3 different types of household mould found on wallpaper can easily become airborne and pose a threat to health, say scientists.
A UK research team has detailed a pioneering technique to control the eye movements associated with nystagmus using implanted magnets.
Some people with chronic fatigue syndrome may see their condition improve if they gradually increase the amount of exercise they take in a self-help programme overseen by a specialist, a study in The Lancet has concluded.
Aches and pains in the feet from exercise are common and frustrating, but there are ways to prevent and treat them. Get expert tips here.
More than three-quarters of newborn babies who die or are left with brain damage could have survived or avoided disability if they had received better care, a report has concluded.
Information leaflets packed into medicine packets should be rewritten, say experts, who heard that patients find them “impenetrable” and “unreadable”.
Foetal dopplers marketed to monitor the heartbeat of babies in the womb should be banned for home use, says a stillbirth and pregnancy charity.
A new 3-in-1 blood test could revolutionise the treatment of prostate cancer, say scientists, and help pave the way for personalised patient treatment.
Horse riding could help people recover from a stroke, a study has found.
A decision to approve a life-extending breast cancer drug for routine NHS use in England and Wales is being seen as a victory for a hard-fought campaign by patients.
Older people who take a daily aspirin to help prevent another heart attack or stroke may have a higher than expected risk of dangerous gastrointestinal bleeding, a study shows.
Get tips on post-mastectomy clothing, bras and breast forms.
Most adults in the UK eat nowhere near the recommended 5 portions of fruit and vegetables each day, a survey has revealed.
Young children with cystic fibrosis could see rapid improvements in symptoms by taking a combination of 2 drugs, a study has found.
Most children under 2 years old are not being taken to the dentist because parents are confused about when they should start having regular check-ups, say dental surgeons.
A small disposable skin patch can detect obstructive sleep apnoea with almost the same accuracy as the standard more cumbersome diagnostic equipment, preliminary trial results show.
Heavy drinking is known to have an effect on the brain over time but now researchers say even moderate drinking can affect your thinking skills.
Preliminary research suggests that men and women who are married may be better at managing risk factors for heart disease.
A 4-in-1 pill to reduce high blood pressure may lead to fewer side-effects than a single dose of 1 drug, according to a study.
Heart health experts in the UK don’t talk in terms of reversing heart disease, but do have advice on what you can do to help yourself.
Are you constantly connected? Do you sleep right next to your smartphone and repeatedly check your emails, text, tweet and update your social media? It could be time for a digital detox.
Exercising your pelvic floor muscles is as important as exercising your abdominal and back muscles.
Being a wheelchair user doesn’t mean you should neglect your physical fitness and forget about exercising. It’s just as important to stay fit and healthy.
Helpful hints and quick recipe ideas for a healthy midweek lunch.
Breastfeeding for a longer period may reduce the likelihood of pain for women who have had their baby by caesarean section, a small study suggests.
Changing meal times may hold a key to overcoming some of the debilitating effects of jet lag, scientists are suggesting.
Scientists are pouring cold water on the notion that warm is better than cool for ridding our hands of bacteria.
Mothers who take a vitamin D supplement during pregnancy could help prevent their newborn baby developing asthma and respiratory infections, say scientists.
The care of patients with severe sepsis and septic shock is improving but treatment is still not being provided fast enough, according to a national clinical audit.
The underlying reasons for most birth defects is still largely a mystery to doctors, say US scientists.
When it comes to keeping your heart healthy choosing the right foods can make a real difference. Get 10 top tips here.
How genetic testing affects people’s access to life insurance is being discussed at a conference
People at risk of heart disease and diabetes may have a higher risk of dying from heart disease or stroke if they get less than 6 hours sleep a night
People at risk of heart disease and diabetes may have a higher risk of dying from heart disease or stroke if they get less than 6 hours sleep a night
People who drink 2 cups of coffee each day could reduce their risk of developing the most common type of liver cancer by more than a third, say scientists.
Chrondroitin sulfate is as good as a common anti-inflammatory drug for knee osteoarthritis, according to a new European study.
Chocolate has been linked to a wide variety of health benefits, including lowering blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with coeliac disease, you probably have lots of questions. We spoke to a dietitian and coeliac disease specialist, to find out where you go from here.
Drinking just a small glass of wine a day can increase the risk of developing breast cancer, according to a new report for the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF).
Taking a type of statin as a precautionary measure to guard against heart disease may not be effective in older people, a US study suggests.
Plant maps have been published to warn people about which hayfever ‘hotspots’ they should avoid.
Poor sleep may make us more likely to eat more and gain weight, according to preliminary research results.
Does snoring have you up all night? Get 10 top tips on tackling snoring from the experts.
A medical conference has heard that mindful eating can help you lose weight.
Fidget spinners are marketed as a stress reliever to help children with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) improve their concentration.
Tests on some of the most popular sunscreens on the UK market have revealed one product that failed to live up to its marketing claims, according to a consumers’ magazine.
The number of people needing palliative care in England and Wales by 2040 is predicted to increase by at least 42%.
People who are obese but free of other health complications may still be at a higher risk of heart disease and strokes than ‘normal’ weight people, according to a study.
Lazing around on a summer holiday increases the risk of a range of health problems, UK researchers are warning.
