Health
2010 - The year we get younger?
Another year may have been and gone, but 2010 could officially be the year we turn back the clock.
Could algae transform your health?
It is one of the oldest and most basic organisms on the planet, but an ancient algae that’s been around for millions of years could soon be transforming your health.
Get fruity this winter
Whilst we are all attempting to stick to our New Year’s resolutions to lose those last few pounds and keep them off this winter, it doesn’t mean we can’t indulge in something sweet and tasty when we fancy it.
How to afford a better future for your family
Do you struggle to save enough money for unexpected things for your family? With many families looking to catch their breath after the financially-exhausting season, some clear guidance and helpful tips on budgeting for the entire year are needed now.
Tough new powers to tackle alcohol crime
A ban on irresponsible promotions including "all you can drink for £10" deals plus a compulsory requirement to check under 18s for ID are among the final conditions of a proposed mandatory code for alcohol retailers, Home Secretary Alan Johnson announced today.
Protect loved ones from secondhand smoke
Health advisors in Somerset are reminding smokers that even if they are not ready to quit the habit they ought to protect their family and loved ones from their secondhand smoke.
Scientists crack peanut code in children
Clinicians and scientists at UHSM (University Hospital South Manchester), the University of Manchester, and Phadia AB in Uppsala, Sweden have developed a new and significantly more accurate blood test for peanut allergy, which predicts whether an allergic reaction to peanuts will develop with more than 95 per cent certainty.
Doctors.net.uk launches first iPhone app
Doctors.net.uk, the largest and most active network of medical professionals in the UK, has launched a new iPhone application which provides independent healthcare news, and feeds from other top news sources such as Reuters and the BBC.
Airlines found to be penalizing disabled travellers
Charity bosses are calling on airlines to stop penalizing passengers with breathing difficulties after ‘secret shopper’ research by national patient support charity, Pulmonary Hypertension Association UK (PHA-UK), launched this week at Westminster, unearthed a bewildering lottery of surcharges, policies & woeful customer service facing the estimated 90,000 potential ‘fit to fly’ disabled air travellers with lung conditions such as Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) or COPD who require supplementary oxygen in flight.
Government backs sunbed ban
Andy Burnham has today called for tanning salons to be banned from allowing under 18s to use sunbeds.
Michael Parkinson demands dignity for elderly in care
Sir Michael Parkinson has called for out of date stereotypes of older people to be banished and for dignity to be at the heart of care in a personal account of his year as the nation’s Dignity Ambassador published yesterday.
Bupa partners with Alzheimer's charities for second year 'running'
Bupa, UK leading healthcare provider, is to continue its successful partnership with Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer Scotland for the Bupa Great Run Series in 2010.
Immunisation causing concern amongst mums
New research has highlighted mums’ anxiety surrounding immunisation. The research, conducted on behalf of AstraZeneca, shows that 48% of mums worry about taking their child for routine immunisations, while a significant 43% believe immunisations affect the parents more than their child.
Beverley Turner shares her parenting tips
Accustomed to life in the fast lane, Former F1 presenter, Beverley Turner, 36, is used to handling life’s tests. So when her husband Olympic Rowing sensation, James Cracknell, set off on a race to the South Pole, leaving her to look after their 5 year old whilst pregnant, she was up for the challenge.
Grey manifesto - Politicians urged to focus on over 50s
A new manifesto has been published ahead of the televised debates between the three main political parties to raise awareness of the most important issues to older voters, the majority of the electorate.