Health
First drug to prevent Alzheimer’s disease has been created
It boosts a chemical that clears the brain of rogue proteins that cause memory loss and confusion.
Period products to be made available in schools
The government said the move will help break down taboos surrounding menstruation and ensure pupils do not miss class due to their period.
Being rich ‘can add nine healthy years to your life’
At 50, the wealthiest men in England and the US lived around an extra 31 years in good health compared with around 22-23 years for the poorest.
Diabetes drug could be the first ever defence against miscarriage
British scientists discovered that the drug gliptus boots stem cells in the womb, the lack of which is a major cause of miscarriage.
Rise in children admitted to hospital for eating disorders
More than half of the 2018/19 admissions in children were for anorexia, up 12% from the year before.
Anxiety about going back to work ‘may be alcohol withdrawal symptoms’
Consultant Dr Mark Wright also fears people use Dry January as excuse for year-round heavy drinking.
Four cups of coffee a day over the festive period could save you piling on the pounds, say scientists
Caffeine was found to reduce fat absorption by 20 per cent and reduce weight gain by 16 per cent.
Removing lead from petrol may have sparked decline in dementia cases
A promising downward trend in rates of the devastating brain disease has been reported across North America and Europe.
Good sleep pattern reduces risk of heart disease and stroke new research reveals
Even if people had a high genetic risk of heart disease or stroke, this could be offset to some extent by good sleep patterns, research suggests.