Marriage could help protect against risk of stroke and heart disease say Aberdeen researchers
Marriage may protect against heart disease or stroke, according to a study by an Aberdeen university.
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Scientists predict the rise of ‘healthy’ white bread
Healthier white bread and personalised food could be two outcomes from ground-breaking nutrition research being undertaken by UK scientists.
Winter deaths at five-year high as Beast from the East takes toll
The number of people who died during the colder winter months in England has reached a five-year high, new figures show.
Women must have access to compassionate medical care at home – Mary-Lou McDonald
Every woman in Ireland must have access to compassionate medical care at home, Sinn Fein president Mary-Lou McDonald said.
Unacceptable deterioration in children’s dental care – Labour
Vulnerable children are increasingly waiting for months in agony to have their teeth fixed following a “completely unacceptable” deterioration in youngsters’ dental care, Labour has said.
‘Healthy’ salads contain high amounts of salt and saturated fat – survey
Some ready-to-eat salads sold by restaurants contain almost the recommended amount of salt for an entire day, a survey has found.
Half a million patients waiting more than 18 weeks for treatment
The number of patients waiting longer than the recommended 18 weeks to start planned NHS hospital treatment has reached the highest number in almost a decade by exceeding half a million, official figures show.
Frailty in middle age linked to higher mortality
Frailty is a predictor of mortality in people much younger than commonly thought, according to researchers.
New tuberculosis test cuts diagnosis time from months to hours
Health experts have developed a way to dramatically cut the time needed to diagnose tuberculosis in the developing world.
These amazing medical tales prove first responders are real-life superheroes
Medical superheroes have been getting much love and praise on Twitter for times when they step in to help in emergencies – outside of their usual workplace.
Labour and Lib Dems in fresh calls for Health Secretary to be replaced
Opposition parties have issued fresh calls for Health Secretary Shona Robison to be replaced amid the latest statistics on NHS performance.
Star Trek-style medical device uses laser beams to diagnose illness
A Star Trek-type medical tricorder, diagnosing medical problems at the push of a button, could be a step closer to reality.
Hunt signals significant funding boost for NHS
The NHS is set to get a “significant” increase in funding to mark its 70th anniversary next month, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has signalled.
Rugby: Researchers identify safer way to tackle
Academics have pinpointed rugby tackles which they believe minimise the risk of head injuries.
Heart attacks more deadly in winter, according to study
Hearts attacks which happen in winter are more deadly than those suffered in summer, a study involving thousands of patients has found.
Fish oil supplements help ease cancer treatment pain, study suggests
Fish oil supplements may help alleviate the painful side effects of some cancer treatments, research suggests.
Aberdeen children’s hospital patients have paintings featured in art gallery
An exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of sick children in Aberdeen has opened its doors to the public.
Six types of disgust that help us avoid disease revealed
Scientists have identified six common types of disgust that protect us from disease.
Walk briskly for 10 minutes a day to stay healthy, experts say
Adults should walk briskly for 10 minutes a day to stay healthy rather than focusing on distance or the quantity of steps, health officials have said.
Cycling scheme for elderly extended across Scotland
Older people will be able to “feel the wind in their hair again” as a cycling scheme is rolled out across the country.
Hunt calls for focus on science and technology to tackle NHS challenges
Jeremy Hunt has called for investment in technology to revolutionise how the NHS operates, saying the service has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to tackle its biggest challenges.
Britain’s own Forrest Gump crosses into California on 6,000-mile run across US
A British real-life Forrest Gump is more than 600 miles into a 6,000-mile coast-to-coast run across the US dressed as a superhero.
This edible sensor can detect gut diseases and send information to your phone
A sensor small enough to swallow and which can diagnose gut diseases has been designed by scientists.
YouTube stars’ promotion of unhealthy food ‘may encourage children to eat more’
Vloggers and social media platforms must take responsibility for content which may be encouraging young people to eat more, scientists have said.
Device impairing smelling ability ‘could help obese people lose weight’
A nasal device which impairs ability to smell could help obese people lose weight, researchers have claimed.
Medical researchers bid to dispel clinical trial myths in push for volunteers
Medical researchers are hoping to bust some of the myths and mystery surrounding clinical trials in an effort to get more much-needed volunteers.
Tories tell First Minister to ‘give it a rest’ on independence plans
Nicola Sturgeon has hit back at Tory claims she should “give it a rest” when it comes to Scottish independence.
Charity urges shorter ‘contemplation window’ to boost stem cell transplants
People wait for more than a year to give blood or stem cells after making an initial decision to donate, a poll suggests.
Antidepressants could be linked to weight gain, researchers find
There could be a link between long-term use of antidepressants and an increased risk of gaining weight, a study has found.
Obese children face increased cancer risk if weight gain continues, experts warn
Obese or overweight boys who go on to pile on the pounds as teenagers may be more likely to develop bowel cancer, new research suggests.