2007
06.30

A synthetic molecule based on one found in frog egg cells could potentially be used to treat brain tumours.


2007
06.29

US scientists have discovered “silent” genes for brittle bone disease that can be passed on unwittingly by parents to their children.


2007
06.29

The proteins which cause mad cow disease may protect against Alzheimer’s disease, say UK researchers.


2007
06.29

Surgeon appointed as minister

Gordon Brown appoints practising surgeon Professor Sir Ara Darzi as a minister, charged with improving patient care.


2007
06.29

Buyers guide to the Apple iPhone

CNET News.com writes here in this Apple iPhone FAQ: With a day to go before Apple’s iPhone makes its debut, there are still plenty of questions about the device.


2007
06.29

Italian scientists have developed a pill that expands in the stomach to make dieters feel full.


2007
06.29

The risk of developing potentially fatal blood clots doubles after travel lasting four hours, experts find.


2007
06.29

Products claiming to be superfoods will be banned under new EU rules coming into effect on July 1st unless the claim can be proved.


2007
06.28

Children with cerebral palsy are just as happy as other youngsters are, a study indicates.