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Zinc 'shortens duration of common cold' - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “Scientists have found that taking zinc tablets “may shorten the duration of a cold”, The Independent reported today. For many years, laboratory research has suggested that zinc can stop cold viruses from multiplying...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on May 9, 2012 at 12:40 am By:
Catherine Saxelby - Foodwatch Dietitian and Nutritionist
New from NHS: Zinc 'can cut length of common cold' - Scientists have found that taking zinc tablets “may shorten the... http://t.co/yzRHJPN1
Further questions over breast cancer screening benefits - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — ““For every life saved by breast cancer screening up to 10 women ‘have unnecessary treatment’,” the Daily Mail reported today. The news is based on a study that looked at the impact of screening in Norway, and how often it...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on May 6, 2012 at 5:51 am By:
Dr Mark S. Bonar Doctor and Physician
More questions on breast cancer screening benefits http://t.co/ozey4tau
Fast food 'linked to depression' - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — ““Eating junk food has a negative effect on mental health, making those who consume it regularly feel depressed,” said The Daily Telegraph. The news is based on a Spanish study that looked at how...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2012 at 5:45 am By:
Dr Mark S. Bonar Doctor and Physician
Fast food 'linked to depression' http://t.co/CURM7sVW
Warfarin and aspirin compared as anticoagulants - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “Taking aspirin to reduce blood-clotting is “as safe and just as effective as warfarin”, The Daily Telegraph has today reported. Both drugs have long been used to prevent potentially dangerous blood clots...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2012 at 12:55 am By:
Catherine Saxelby - Foodwatch Dietitian and Nutritionist
New from NHS: Aspirin vs warfarin: which is better? - Taking aspirin to reduce blood-clotting is “as safe and just a... http://t.co/08Di6ZsJ
Overdue babies 'more likely to have ADHD' - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — ““Babies who spend too long in the womb are twice as likely to suffer behavioural problems in early childhood,” the Daily Mail has warned today. The story comes from a large study exploring whether or not babies...” View full resource at nhs.uk
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ADHD 'more common in overdue children' http://t.co/ce6ccF8r
Can sleep help you lose weight? - Health New- NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “If you want to lose weight you should “get more sleep”, says the Daily Mail. The newspaper says that going on a ‘sleep diet’ of extra shuteye may be a more relaxing way to shed pounds than counting calories or going to the gym...” View full resource at nhs.uk
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Can you sleep yourself thin?: Conclusion This research suggests that the extent to which our genetics influence ... http://t.co/H0hWq2rN
Honeycomb device 'could repair nerve damage' - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “Tiny computer-generated implants “can help restore feeling in severely injured limbs”, according to the Daily Mail. The news is based on tests of a type of tiny scaffold designed to help nerves...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on April 24, 2012 at 12:41 am By:
Catherine Saxelby - Foodwatch Dietitian and Nutritionist
New from NHS: Tiny device 'could repair damaged nerves' - Tiny computer-generated implants “can help restore feeling... http://t.co/Yy7qlaIX
Does working shifts at night increase you risk of diabetes? - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — ““Shift workers getting too little sleep at the wrong time of day may be increasing their risk of diabetes and obesity,” according to the BBC, which reported new research showing that changes to normal sleep can cause the body to...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on April 17, 2012 at 8:06 pm By:
Tina Banwart - HepatitisCNewDrugs Health Blog
Does working shifts at night increase you risk of diabetes? - Health News - NHS Choices - http://t.co/vwbBW2Xc
News that 'statins prevent Alzheimer's' is premature - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs “could stave off the symptoms of Alzheimer’s”, according to The Daily Telegraph. The front page of the Daily Express boldly reported: “Statins halt Alzheimer’s.” These attention-grabbing claims...” View full resource at nhs.uk
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Alzheimer's: statin cure claims unfounded: Conclusion News reports of this research have ranged from optimistic ... http://t.co/56q7niWS
Metal hip implants: no cancer link found - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — ““There is no evidence that metal-on-metal hip replacements increase the risk of cancer,” the BBC reported today. The story is based on a study that found that patients with metal-on-metal hip implants...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on April 5, 2012 at 7:59 pm By:
Study finds no cancer link to hip implants: Conclusion This study’s strength lies in its large sample of patient... http://t.co/EW0E6iWY
Men and women show different heart attack symptoms - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — ““Heart attack symptoms differ in women,” BBC News has today reported. The broadcaster says that women having a heart attack are less likely to experience chest pain, compared with men. A heart attack...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on March 26, 2012 at 1:29 am By:
Dr Mark S. Bonar Doctor and Physician
Heart attack symptoms vary by gender http://t.co/xhM4N4xi
Drinking fuels rise in fatal liver disease - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “Fatal cases of liver disease are rising, according to media reports today. In under a decade there has been a 25% increase in deaths from the condition, with alcohol causing more than a third...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on March 24, 2012 at 6:13 am By:
Liver disease deaths 'up by 25%': This report makes for stark reading about the needs of people dying with liver... http://t.co/bfp1Zp52
Drug combination fights pancreas cancer - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “An experimental drug combination may provide “a new weapon against pancreatic cancer”, BBC News has reported. In a search for new ways to fight the aggressive cancer, scientists combined...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on March 24, 2012 at 1:25 am By:
Dr Mark S. Bonar Doctor and Physician
Drug combo may fight pancreas cancer http://t.co/i9dPPd5J
Promising Protelos results for arthritis - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “A £1-a-day drug can slow arthritis, The Independent has reported. According to the paper, it’s thought to be the first drug to slow the progress of the disease. The Daily Mail reported a similar story, but said that British scientists have developed...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on March 23, 2012 at 8:31 pm By:
Promising Protelos results for arthritis Health News NHS Choices http://t.co/xn0iv8oi
Drinking fuels rise in fatal liver disease - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — “Fatal cases of liver disease are rising, according to media reports today. In under a decade there has been a 25% increase in deaths from the condition, with alcohol causing more than a third...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on March 22, 2012 at 7:27 pm By:
Dr Kelly Sennholz Physician, Doctor, Internist, and Emergency Physician
RT @amcunningham: Liver disease deaths 'up by 25%': Fatal cases of liver disease are rising... http://t.co/JNjUGTkt
