What’s making the news in Healthcare

Thousands of children take a packed lunch to school each day, but very few have one which meets all the nutritional standards expected of a school dinner, a new report has shown. Read more...

Experts in the UK claim they have found two new genes which may hold the key to preventing or treating a painful form of arthritis. Read more...

Around three in ten children in the UK are currently classed as overweight, a statistic expected to increase in the coming years, but experts claim they may have found the solution in the form of a digital anti-obesity device. Read more...

The image of stick-thin celebrities adorning magazine covers has drive many young women to emulate them by going on crash diets and slimming to 'size zero', but one expert has warned that doing so can cause significant long-term health problems. Read more...

The start of a new year heralds many resolutions, with the main one arguably being to lose weight and get in shape. Read more...

The increase in the number of people surviving cancer is indicative of how much progress has been made in the field of research, one expert has said. Read more...

After a new report revealed that the amount of alcohol consumed by the UK population is at "hazardous" levels, one expert has pointed out that the reason may be because people are not aware of how much they drink. Read more...

A new report has revealed that over two-thirds of GPs do not refer patients with depression or symptoms of the condition for Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). Read more...

Osteoarthritis is a condition which affects thousands of people in the UK, with women particularly at risk, and can be debilitating if untreated. Read more...

Depression is now the most common mental health problem in the UK and is expected to affect at least one in four people during their lives, but more needs to be done to help sufferers, it has been claimed. Read more...

Though healthcare professionals can often diagnose medical conditions quickly, the challenge often comes in treating conditions where drugs cannot easily be administered. Read more...

Thousands of people struggle to get a good night's sleep due to factors such as insomnia and noise, but for many of those who do not get rest, the problem may be life threatening. Read more...

Smoking has long been linked to some of the world's deadliest diseases, including lung cancer and emphysema, but new research has shown that even passive smoking as children can substantially increases the risk of developing these conditions. Read more...

Recent reports have revealed how excessive drinking is continuing to elevate cancer incidence and lead to premature death, and a factor in this is alcoholism. Read more...

Every year people look forward to tucking into their Christmas dinner, but a new study has revealed that the average meal on December 25th contains a significant number of calories. Read more...

With recent figures showing that the number of young women using sunbeds continues to rise, experts have been warning about the dangers of skin cancer and now one specialist has given tips on how to protect against it. Read more...

Umbilical cords, although essential during pregnancy, are usually discarded following birth, but new research has suggested that they may have multiple benefits. Read more...

With unemployment predicted to rise further in the new year, the number of young people struggling to find jobs is set to be higher, and this is likely to have a negative impact on their mental wellbeing, according to one expert. Read more...

It is common to see people walking down the street with earphones in and the age of digital media has only served to increase the number using mp3 players, but one expert has warned that these devices may actually be damaging to health. Read more...

As the obesity epidemic sweeps the western world, more and more people are being diagnosed as overweight, with children increasingly being classed as obese. Read more...

Heart disease is the single biggest killer in the UK, accounting for almost 400,000 deaths each year, but new research has suggested that regularly drinking wine can have a reverse effect on the development of the disease. Read more...

Healthcare experts are constantly highlighting the benefits of eating lots of oily fish and new research in the US has added weight to the argument. Read more...

Thousands of people in the UK suffer from depression but it is a condition which is often misunderstood and even dismissed by some. Read more...

As binge drinking is worse than ever in the UK and cheap alcohol is commonly available, healthcare experts are constantly striving to reduce the number of people falling ill due to alcohol-related problems. Read more...

As the obesity epidemic sweeps the western world and cancer occurrences rise, healthcare experts are constantly advising that high-intensity physical activity can help to enhance people's wellbeing. Read more...

Every day, millions of people tuck into food which has been genetically modified (GM) to make it grow more quickly or stay preserved for longer. Read more...

Many people attempt to treat common ailments with medicines without first attempting to use natural remedies, according to one expert. Read more...

For years, healthcare experts have made the link between stress and elevated blood pressure, but now specialists claim that suppressed anger may lead to heart disease, the world's biggest killer. Read more...

Campaigns to cut carbon emissions and get cars off the road are more prevalent than ever and now new weight has been added to the argument after a US study suggested that traffic may cause asthma. Read more...

Pre-eclampsia is a condition that occurs during pregnancy, or immediately after the delivery of a baby, and though it affects one in 14 expectant mothers, its consequences are not very widely known. Read more...

For years, people north of the border have had to journey to England for a form of treatment for type 1 diabetes, but they will no longer have to after the launch of a new procedure. Read more...

For years, healthcare experts have been highlighting the dangers of smoking, from the increased cancer risk to the elevated chances of heart disease, but new evidence indicates that those with the habit may experience an additional side-effect. Read more...

There are over 700,000 people in the UK who suffer from dementia and many receive medication for the condition, but a new report has revealed that large percentage of this demographic are not being administered the correct drugs. Read more...

Millions of people suffer from migraines every day, a condition which can be debilitating for those blighted by them. Read more...

It is estimated that the number of people in the UK suffering from dementia will rise substantially in the next two decades, but awareness about the condition is still very limited in many areas. Read more...

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a debilitating condition which can severely hamper a person's quality of life and affects thousands of people across the world. Read more...

Heart disease is the biggest killer in the UK, taking over 300,000 lives each year, and heart attacks are a major precursor to this. Read more...

Around three per cent of the UK's population suffers from Parkinson's disease, a statistic expected to double over the next 40 years unless a radical healthcare solution is developed. Read more...

Osteoporosis is one of the leading causes of hip fractures, which can be debilitating for many people and never fully heal. Read more...

For many people with rheumatoid arthritis, the condition can be debilitating and result in emotional as well as physical pain. Read more...

For years, healthcare experts have been lauding certain foods for their medicinal qualities, with some of the latest research suggesting that green tea may be able to cure prostate cancer. Read more...

Many people begin to suffer from vision problems as they get older, but for some these issues start much earlier in life. Read more...

Millions of people around the world enjoy strumming a guitar or playing the piano in their spare time and for many it is a way to relax. Read more...

Many TV commercials attempt to market toothpastes and whitening products by showing the impact that things like coffee and red wine can have on teeth. Read more...

Pregnant women are constantly receiving advice about which supplements and medication to take and how best to enjoy a healthy pregnancy. Read more...

Binge drinking and alcohol abuse are becoming an increasing problems in the UK, with thousands of people a year dying from drinking-related illnesses. Read more...

Thousands of children across the world suffer from a condition known as accelerated bone growth, which causes their bones to age faster than they should. Read more...

Official figures show that stroke is the second largest single cause of death in the UK and something which affects 130,000 people a year. Read more...

Depression is a debilitating condition which can leave the sufferer in constant turmoil and severely reduce their quality of life. Read more...

The repair of nerve cells is a problem which has faced healthcare experts for years, with dozens of studies failing to formulate a way of creating new cells or encouraging old ones to grow. Read more...

Cancer is currently the second biggest killer in the world and expected to become the most deadly in the next 12 months, as survival rates for some forms of the disease are still extremely low. Read more...

Women have been wearing high heels for decades and the industry is worth millions of pounds. Read more...

Going blind is many people's greatest fear, with conditions such as age-related macular degeneration still affecting thousands of people across the world. Read more...

Brain tumours are often deadly once diagnosed, killing 75 per cent of sufferers, and even when they are found the treatments can be limited. Read more...

Healthcare specialists are constantly making links between obesity and cancer and it is a well-known fact that heart disease can be caused by unhealthy diets and a lack of exercise. Read more...

Though measles does not affect as many people as it used to, over ten million people a year still suffer from the condition. Read more...

For diabetes sufferers, the condition is a daily struggle which may lead to eye problems and other physical issues. Read more...

Many ancient Chinese medicines included toad venom as one of their main ingredients, as healthcare practitioners believed that it could cure the body of illness. Read more...

Arthritis is a crippling condition which can affect people of all ages but is generally present in the elderly. Read more...

For many women, giving birth is one of the greatest moments of their lives as they welcome a son or daughter into the world, but new research has shed light on a possible downside of this event. Read more...

When the UK implemented a ban on smoking in public places in July 2007, there was an uproar from many smokers who felt that their rights were being ignored, yet healthcare professionals argued that the restriction would lead to long-term benefits in people's wellbeing. Read more...

Being paralysed is many people's greatest fear, not only because of the devastating personal consequences, but also because of the burden that being in such a condition can place on friends and relatives. Read more...

Smoking has long been associated with health problems and the risks of indulging in the habit are currently more widely-advertised than ever. Read more...

For many young women, beginning a period can be a difficult time in their life, but for those who start their menstrual cycle earlier than other, it can also have far-reaching implications. Read more...

It is a well-known fact that eating fatty foods and not exercising contribute significantly to obesity, but experts in Scotland believe that some people may actually be more prone to becoming overweight, regardless of their lifestyle. Read more...

For years green tea has been considered an effective herbal memory and a useful way of alleviating digestive problems. Read more...

In recent months, dozens of ways to stave off the effects of ageing have been proposed by experts, ranging from computer games to memory puzzles. Read more...

Recent studies have associated obesity with a person's risk of developing cancer and healthcare experts have recommended that people try to minimise fat intake and exercise regularly. Read more...

For many people, a poor night's sleep can simply mean feeling sluggish the next day and perhaps even lead to arguments due to the grumpy behaviour it can cause. Read more...

Alzheimer's disease has ruined millions of lives, but specialists believe they now may have found two of the key genes involved in the development of the condition. Read more...

As one of the deadliest diseases in the world, scientists have been attempting to find a cure for HIV for years with little or no progress. Read more...

Diabetes is a disease which kills thousands of people a year and is a precursor to many other deadly conditions, yet the root cause of the condition remains unclear. Read more...

Experts have been saying it for years, but now it truly does seem that a healthy relationship is the key to a longer life. Read more...

For years healthcare experts have been researching herbal remedies to stave off the onset of life-damaging Alzheimer's disease, but the key to preventing the condition may be linked to another part of the body, according to one expert. Read more...

Researchers are frequently lauding new 'miracle foods' that appear to stave off life-threatening conditions, but now it appears that experts in the US may have found a truly effective remedy. Read more...

People who suffer from the disorder sleep apnoea may be at risk of an early death, according to a new study. Read more...

Magazines and TV shows are constantly advertising diets with the promise that those following the regimen will 'lose pounds' or radically change their body. Read more...

Many people spent a portion of their childhood in front of a screen with a joypad in hand, blasting aliens and attempting to jump over manholes. Read more...

Healthcare authorities are constantly trying to curb the number of people who binge drink, particularly the young. Read more...

Children should be encouraged to take part in regular physical exercise in order to promote their development, according to one healthcare expert. Read more...