‘Handful Of Changes’ Make Cancer
British scientists have worked out how many changes it takes to transform a healthy cell into a cancer.
The team, at the Wellcome Trust Sanger...
Philippines Launches Probe Into Dengue Vaccine Scare
The Philippines has launched an investigation into the immunisation of 730,000 children with a dengue vaccine that could pose health risks.
Last week French drug...
Babies’ Brains Damaged By Pollution, Unicef Says
Seventeen million babies under the age of one are breathing toxic air, putting their brain development at risk, the UN children's agency has warned.
Babies...
5 Stunning Medical Miracles That Doctors Can’t Explain
It’s hard to say which was in worse shape: the run-down century-old church or the cancer-ridden 56-year-old man perched on its crumbling steps. For...
Men At Higher Risk Of Dying Of Aids Than Women
Men are less likely to test for HIV or access antiretroviral therapy and, therefore, are more likely to die of AIDS-related illnesses than women,...
The Single Best Way To Prevent The Flu
With winter approaching, it won’t be long before flu season is in full effect. While getting the flu shot can help lower your chances...
Indonesia Vaccinates Millions To Halt Deadly Diphtheria Outbreak
Millions of Indonesian children are being vaccinated this week as the country responds to a widespread diphtheria outbreak that has killed dozens, officials said...
Us Health Officials To Target High-Risk Alternative Remedies
U.S. health officials plan to crack down on a growing number of unproven alternative remedies, focusing on products containing dangerous ingredients that have occasionally...
Shingles Vaccine ‘Has Cut Cases By A Third’ In England
Cases of shingles have reduced by 35% in England since a vaccine was offered to 70-year-olds, Public Health England says.
But it is urging more...
Common Blood Pressure Drug Tied To Increased Risk Of Skin Cancer
People who take a certain water pill prescribed to control fluid retention and treat high blood pressure may be more likely to get skin...