22 January 2010
Leukaemia cell culprit discovered
A study of four-year-old twin girls has identified a rogue cell that is the root cause of childhood leukaemia. The finding could mean more s...
21 January 2010
Taking fish oil supplements can reduce memory loss in old age, claim scientists
T aking fish oils can give adults starting to suffer 'senior moments' the brain power of someone three years younger, a study claims...
Curry spice 'kills cancer cells'
An extract found in the bright yellow curry spice turmeric can kill off cancer cells, scientists have shown. The chemical - curcumin - has l...
18 January 2010
Stress `can cause heart damage’
Getting stressed really is bad for your heart, according to new research claiming to show a 'clear-cut' connection to potentially fa...
How to eat better to protect your heart
Your heart is a muscle. Exercise makes it beat faster, enabling blood to flow quicker, carrying more oxygen and nutrients to your cells and ...
17 January 2010
Breathing 'can cause heart attacks'
Breathing can cause heart attacks, scientists have warned, after increasing air pollution was linked to health problems. Experts say evidenc...