Health
Men who eat mushrooms reduce their risk of developing prostate cancer
Researchers who followed more 36,000 Japanese men for up to a quarter of a century found a link between eating mushrooms and a lower risk of prostate cancer
New drug overcomes resistance in aggressive breast cancers, study suggests
Researchers found found the drug could boost the response to chemotherapy in cancers that had become resistant.
Taking the leap into becoming a biotechnology entrepreneur? Here’s what to expect
Biotech entrepreneurs have a unique opportunity to change the world by developing cures for the diseases that plague humanity
Free smartphone app can detect eye diseases including cancer from photographs
It automatically screens a personal photos for 'white eye' which is a precursor of eye disorders including retinoblastoma.
Lung cancer patients can now avoid painful biopsies by taking a simple blood test
The 'liquid biopsy' can be used to successfully identify complex DNA mutations in the cells of patients with advanced lung cancer.
Living next to the sea is good for your mental health
People living within five kilometres of ‘blue spaces’ experienced fewer mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.
‘Major breakthrough’ in treating one of the deadliest forms of ovarian cancer
The number of patients whose tumours shrank was over four times higher compared to those receiving standard therapies.
Matt Hancock vows action on jabs after not ruling out sending unvaccinated kids home from school
Health secretary says diseases will resurface after UK loses measles-free status.
Taking fish oil pills really could stave off a heart attack
A study of almost 26,000 people found those who popped a daily capsule were much less likely to fall victim.