What’s making the news in Healthcare
The world of medicine and healthcare is constantly changing and if you want to stay ahead it pays to keep up to date.
Medical breakthroughs and groundbreaking initiatives like HealthChoice's private health insurance means it is important to keep abreast of what's happening - so you can make the choices that are right for you.
Which is why if it's making the news in healthcare, here's where you'll find it.
Aromatherapy 'can help to treat many illnesses'
Posted: 04/01/2010
Though healthcare professionals are developing more complex and effective treatment methods every day, some ancient remedies remain useful in alleviating symptoms of many illnesses. Read more...
Common amino acid 'may increase Alzheimer's risk'
Posted: 16/12/2009
An amino acid commonly found in many UK foods may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, a new study has discovered. Read more...
New technology 'may allow blind people to see'
Posted: 22/10/2009
Going blind is many people's biggest fear and conditions such as age-related macular degeneration cause millions of people a year to lose sight. Read more...
Millions in UK 'face diabetes timebomb'
Posted: 22/10/2009
The number of people in the UK with diabetes has soared in recent years as the obesity epidemic threatens to end more lives early. Read more...
Growth hormone 'causes liver cancer'
Posted: 09/10/2009
Though one of the least-common forms of the disease, liver cancer still affects over 3,000 people a year in the UK. Read more...
People 'should always check salt content'
Posted: 08/10/2009
Heart disease is responsible for over 350,000 deaths a year in the UK and is recognised as the world's biggest killer. Read more...
Enzyme 'may lead to death of Alzheimer's cells'
Posted: 07/10/2009
Alzheimer's is a debilitating condition which puts a massive strain on the sufferer and their family and friends. Read more...
Poor money management 'may indicate Alzheimer's'
Posted: 22/09/2009
Many people have difficulty managing their money, with electronic payments, chequebook balancing and numerous bank accounts all adding up to create a confusing combination. Read more...
Experts make paralysed subjects run again
Posted: 21/09/2009
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...
Losing weight 'good for the kidneys'
Posted: 18/09/2009
As the worldwide obesity epidemic continues to worsen, thousands more people are being admitted to healthcare facilities with illnesses which have been cause by the condition. Read more...
Coeliac disease 'increases death risk'
Posted: 17/09/2009
Coeliac disease only affects one per cent of the population, but for these people it has serious implications. Read more...
New technique 'can predict postnatal depression'
Posted: 17/09/2009
For some people, giving birth is the greatest moment of their life, but for others it can lead to months of depression. Read more...
Most children 'want adults to stop smoking'
Posted: 15/09/2009
Healthcare professionals are constantly warning of the dangers of smoking and highlighting risks associated with the habit such as lung cancer, heart disease and impotence. Read more...
New discovery 'may make antibiotics more effective'
Posted: 11/09/2009
Millions of people throughout the world have taken or are currently taking antibiotics to cope with illnesses and the drugs have helped to nurse countless patients back to health. Read more...
Sleep 'stops memory loss'
Posted: 10/09/2009
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...
Gene 'may cause two brain disorders'
Posted: 03/09/2009
Parkinson's disease is a debilitating condition which gradually breaks down the body's neurological system and causes intense suffering, with researchers constantly striving to develop a therapy which can ease the symptoms of the condition. Read more...
Good relationships 'the key to longer lives'
Posted: 28/08/2009
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...
Losing weight 'may improve asthma symptoms'
Posted: 27/08/2009
Scientists are frequently establishing links between separate diseases, with experts recently suggesting that obesity and cancer are directly connected. Read more...
