Low cholesterol ‘link’ to cancer
People who significantly cut their cholesterol levels with statins may raise the risk of cancer, a study says.
Archive for July, 2007
World ‘losing fight against Aids’
US President George Bush’s top adviser on HIV/Aids warns that the world is losing the battle against the virus.
Move towards Alzheimer’s cure
A group of Fife scientists believe they have moved a step closer to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease.
India probes baby body parts find
Police in India find nearly 30 bags full of babies’ body parts in a rubbish tip in eastern Orissa state.
Child depression drug use soars
The number of prescriptions given to children under 16 for depression and mental health problems has quadrupled in 10 years.
Working mums’ ‘child weight risk’
Children of wealthier parents, particularly those with working mothers, are more likely to be obese, a study says.
Mrs Sarkozy: Release medics
The French president’s wife and a top EU official visit Libya to seek the transfer of six medics to Bulgaria.
UK highlights tobacco age move
The government highlights the rise in the legal minimum age at which tobacco can be bought in England and Wales.
Ships to get vomiting bug guide
A guide for tackling an infectious vomiting bug on board cruise ships has been compiled by health experts.