What’s making the news in Healthcare

Over eight million people in the UK suffer from migraines, making it the most common neurological condition in the country, but experts claim that a new discovery may hold the key to making the pain more manageable. Read more...

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...

There are expected to be over a million people suffering from dementia in the UK by 2025, but experts in the US claim that a new process for battling Alzheimer's may lead to people being treated more effectively. 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 government has unveiled a new scheme which will encourage people to eat healthier, including persuading them to create their own allotments. 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...

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...

New research has found that making lifestyle changes can reduce people's chances of developing eye diseases even in old age, health insurance customers have been told. 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...

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...

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...

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...

Children with autism can boost their IQ, language ability and social interaction if the illness is detected early and they are given treatment, new research has claimed. 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...

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...

For years, healthcare professionals have been warning about the dangers of eating too much salt and now a new study has shown that the mineral is linked directly to the two single biggest causes of death in the UK. 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...

New research suggests that taking the oral Contractive Pill can nearly double the risk of a female health insurance holder experiencing a stroke. 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...

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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...

Vegetable juice could be a key way for those looking to improve their health to increase their intake of nutrients, which could lower health insurance costs. Read more...

Heart disease is the biggest killer in the world and responsible for the death of 300,000 Brits every year. Read more...

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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...

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...

Dogs may indeed live up to their reputation as man's best friend, as a new survey has revealed that people who have pets are more likely to be healthier and even live longer. Read more...

Experts are constantly seeking a cure for Alzheimer's disease (AD), a condition which affects millions of people worldwide and can have a serious impact on the lives of both the sufferer and their family. 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...

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...

Cancer is expected to become the second biggest killer in the world next year, overtaking heart disease as the deadliest condition, and experts work tirelessly to find treatments. 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...

One of the best possible ways for a person to cheer up is to get with friends and enjoy a laugh and a chat, as getting feelings of one's chest is a great remedy. Read more...

Swine flu has swept the world and caused thousands of people to take days off work, even resulting in death in some cases, but experts believe that a new vaccine may provide excellent immunity against the virus. Read more...

The cure for cancer has become the holy grail for healthcare professionals, with scientists all over the globe constantly searching for a solution. Read more...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition which affects many people in different ways and is very hard to diagnose, meaning that several individuals are left in constant pain. Read more...

As lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in the entire world, largely due to factors such as smoking, experts are constantly on the lookout for therapies which may be able to prevent the development of the disease. Read more...

As obesity is an ever-increasing problem throughout the world, more and more people are developing its associated conditions. 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...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects thousands of people in the UK and can be a crippling disease in its later and severe stages, particularly as one of the main treatments is regular exercise, rather than a traditional drug. Read more...

Everybody has experienced a moment when they have had to go back and check a door lock or make sure a light is turned off, but for some people this can become an obsession. Read more...

The country has been declared as being in an "obesity epidemic" and healthcare experts everywhere are urging health insurance customers to monitor their diets. Read more...

The number of obese people in the UK continues to rise and the government is constantly pointing out the dangers of obesity, yet many individuals are refusing to do anything about the problem. Read more...

For many sufferers, having a stroke can damage lives permanently and affect not only the victim, but their family as well. Read more...

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

With the effects of the recession being felt all over the world, the number of people suffering from depression is likely to have increased. Read more...

Though it may tempting to indulge in a cooked breakfast or bacon sandwich, doing so may be putting individual health insurance customers at risk of developing dementia. Read more...