New rules that mean manufacturers of child car seats are no longer allowed to introduce new models of backless booster seats for children under a certain height or weight have come into effect.
Electrical tools, household appliances and entertainment gadgets can interfere with the working of heart pacemakers, according to a German study.
A campaign has been launched to make the NHS completely tobacco-free.
Having children will make women feel sleep deprived in about 1 day out of every 2, according to new research.
A study in mice suggests a kind of fasting diet could help stimulate the pancreasto produce insulin for people with diabetes
Being stressed over a long period increases the risk of becoming obese, say scientists
Being stressed over a long period increases the risk of becoming obese, say scientists
Eating 10 portions of fruit and veg daily is better than eating only 5 to substantially cut disease risk, say scientists
A one-off bowel screening test has demonstrated promising results in preventing the disease over a 17-year period
Life expectancy is set to increase in developed countries and could surpass 90 years for women in some nations, says a study
While moderate drinkers may be protected against some aspects of heart disease, heavier drinkers have been shown to be more at risk, according to a study.
You may not have heard of them but STPs are the next big change coming to the NHS in England.
A type of treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS) which ‘resets’ the immune system may stop the disease getting worse for almost half of patients, a study suggests.
When your children leave home, whether it’s off to university or to move into their first flat or house, parents can get empty nest syndrome. Get tips on coping.
Planning, preparation and a positive attitude can make for a stress-free holiday. Get tips here.
Cancer campaigners are welcoming an announcement by the NHS that it is “confident” it will soon be able to announce funding for second stem cell treatments for people with blood cancer who have relapsed after an initial transfusion.
Redundancy can shake your world. Losing your job can hit you hard on different levels. Get 10 tips on coping with redundancy here.
A hospital in northern Spain says a 64-year-old woman has become a mother for the second time after successfully given birth to twins.
Failings in the NHS and social care system caused by underinvestment are the most likely explanation for a surge in deaths in England and Wales, according to a new analysis.
Adding vitamin D to some foods would help reduce the risk of colds, flu and other infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia, UK researchers have concluded.
The extent of health complications for babies born to mothers with gestational diabetes has been analysed in a large study.
Footballers who repeatedly head the ball may be increasing their risk of dementia later in life, according to scientists.
Two new US studies have found scalp cooling devices, often called ‘cold caps’, can help reduce hair loss for women with breast cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy.
A new study hoped to show that 2 years of immunotherapy for hayfever would be enough, but this was not supported by the results.
New research has contributed fresh evidence of the benefits to heart health of eating a Mediterranean diet.
Winter’s not over yet, and a study says it might be wise to think twice about clearing any snow that lays after researchers found it could increase your risk of a heart attack.
The number of cosmetic procedures carried out in the UK fell by 40% in 2016 compared to record-breaking numbers the previous year, new figures show.
Australian researchers say a small trial of a new ultra-low dose 4-in1 pill for high blood pressure has produced ‘remarkable’ results.
Treatment delays for cancer patients are causing unnecessary mental health problems, a cancer charity is warning.
People with asthma could soon be part of a technological revolution in managing their condition with the introduction of the ‘smart inhaler’.
First-born children have sharper thinking skills than their younger siblings, scientists have discovered.
There are lots of different reasons why eating well can be challenging as you get older, but being undernourished – often called malnutrition – can affect your quality of life.
Parents who have children with a learning disability are facing damaging pressures on their relationship, according to a new report drawn up by three leading charities.
Having a physically demanding job or working shifts may lower a woman’s ability to conceive, according to a study.
Scientists say that women who eat large amounts of liquorice during pregnancy may be more likely to give birth to children with certain developmental issues.
Smokers who quit and use e-cigarettes instead have lower levels of toxins than those who continue with tobacco
Smokers who quit and use e-cigarettes instead have lower levels of toxins than those who continue with tobacco
Scientists in the UK say it is possible to predict a person’s chances of developing COPD by analysing their genetic make-up.
Every NHS trust will have to charge foreign patients an upfront fee if they can’t prove that they are eligible for free, non-urgent secondary care, the government has announced.
Do many everyday sounds infuriate you or make you feel like hiding with your hands over your ears? If so, you could have a condition called misophonia.
Cancer rates in the UK will rise nearly 6 times faster in women than in men over the next 20 years, fuelled partly by smoking and obesity, according to a new analysis.
Scientists say that a few days camping could be worth considering if you’re having trouble sleeping.
Long-term insomniacs may be at triple the risk of developing asthma as adults, a new study has found.
Getting a good night’s sleep may be key to a better sex life for women over 50, according to a study.
A good diet and keeping healthy is not just for the young. As we get older it’s just as important to eat well to stay well.
Having enough fibre in your diet helps keep your digestive system healthy and efficient.
Around 620,000 people in the UK may be affected by faulty genes that cause inherited heart conditions – more than previously thoughtAround 620,000 people in the UK may be affected by faulty genes that cause inherited heart conditions – more than previously thought
