UK melanoma skin cancer cases hit record high, primarily due to sun exposure

Nearly 90% of cases are preventable, linked to excessive UV radiation

Late-night screens tied to sleep trouble in young adults

New research links bedtime device use to higher insomnia risk and shorter sleep

UK lists 24 diseases that could cause the next big health crisis

Scientists aim to develop new vaccines and treatments before the next outbreak hits

23andMe files for bankruptcy after data breach and financial struggles

Company is looking for a buyer, raising concerns about the security of customer DNA data

The 2025 World Happiness Report finds Finland happiest again

Strangers return lost wallets more often than people expect

Life in space weakens muscles, bones, and balance; recovery on Earth takes months

Fluid shifts in space cause vision and brain issues

The silent threat: how noise pollution is harming your health

From heart disease to poor sleep, research uncovers the hidden risks of noise

LED masks may help skin, but experts say evidence is lacking

If you try one, don’t expect miracles—good skincare habits are still important

Scientists uncover hidden immune defence that fights bacteria

A newfound immune function may unlock new antibiotics for drug-resistant infections

Genetic link between overeating in labradors and humans discovered

A newly identified gene variation reveals the biological drivers of obesity in dogs and humans

From woolly mice to mammoth-like elephants: A bold experiment in genetic engineering

Scientists aim to create cold-adapted elephants to restore Arctic ecosystems

Global obesity crisis: over half of adults projected to be overweight by 2050

A new study warns of rising obesity rates and the need for urgent action

UK death rate hits record low but progress remains stagnant

Mortality rates have improved, but experts warn of rising risks and health inequalities

AI breakthrough identifies hidden epilepsy brain lesions

Cutting-edge technology offers hope for better epilepsy diagnosis and treatment

Gene therapy restores sight in children born blind

A groundbreaking trial shows how early genetic treatment can transform vision and improve lives

Gaps in cancer care: NHS failing to deliver crucial treatments

Doctors warn that treatment disparities across hospitals are putting patients’ lives at risk

UK’s first robotic microsurgery transforms cancer treatment

A groundbreaking procedure at The Royal Marsden restores tissue using precision robotics

The truth about immune boosting: what really works?

From cold water swims to vitamin pills, science separates fact from fiction on immunity

Google's parent company now permits AI use in weapons and surveillance

The company says it’s important for democracies to lead in using AI safely

AI takes on breast cancer: NHS launches landmark screening trial

AI-powered screenings could transform breast cancer diagnosis in the UK

AI sensors in homes help vulnerable people stay safe and independent

Families feel reassured and find the system helpful for monitoring loved ones

NHS launches groundbreaking sickle cell gene therapy

Transforming lives with a groundbreaking cure for sickle cell disease

New brain implant helped a Parkinson’s patient regain control

Doctors believe this could transform treatment for many

The hidden risks of hair loss treatments

Online prescriptions of finasteride raise safety concerns over severe side effects

Cryonics: A frozen leap into the future

Can science turn a $200,000 gamble into humanity’s ultimate life extension breakthrough?

New AI tools save doctors time and improve patient care

Tools like Corti and C the Signs enhance diagnosis and treatment suggestions

Timeless giants: the bigmouth buffalo's fight for survival

A century-old fish defying age faces an uncertain future in North America's waters

Consuming calcium-rich foods like milk may reduce bowel cancer risk

Calcium may protect by neutralizing harmful colon acids

Boosting immunity: A new breakthrough in cancer treatment

New cell discovery could transform immunotherapy outcomes

Record progress in early cancer diagnosis across England

Increased screening and awareness drive advances, but challenges in treatment delays remain

New machine called XPS system helps keep lungs alive outside the body for transplant

This technology reduces waiting times for people needing lung transplants

Hologram-assisted surgery reduces risk of facial paralysis

Susannah Morgan was the first to undergo this surgery in Scotland

Alcohol-related deaths in England surged by 42% in just four years

Experts urge urgent action, citing Scotland's minimum pricing policy as a solution

Wearables in healthcare: promise or peril?

How smart devices are reshaping health monitoring—and why doctors remain skeptical

UK’s oldest man, John Tinniswood, passes away peacefully

His family remembered him as kind, intelligent, and full of positivity.

Mapping the body’s hidden landscape: the Human Cell Atlas revolutionizes medicine

New cell maps reveal fresh insights into health and disease

23andMe restructures, cuts 40% of workforce amid financial struggles

Seven board members recently resigned after a failed buyout offer

NHS reintroduces varenicline to help thousands quit smoking

E-cigarettes will also be offered in certain areas as a secondary option

Atlas Biomed suddenly stopped operations without explanation

Experts highlight the risks involved in trusting private companies with genetic data

NHS brings lung cancer screening to local places like supermarkets

Experts believe expanding this initiative could help save more lives

DNA-testing firm 23andMe faces stock drop, privacy challenges

Experts highlight privacy risks for families and advocate stricter controls on DNA data use

Breakthrough radioactive therapy shrinks aggressive brain tumour

A new trial offers hope for glioblastoma patients as innovative treatment yields significant results

UK's fertility crisis with young people opting out of parenthood

Economic pressures and changing lifestyles are driving a dramatic decline in fertility rates

UK plans 2025 ban on disposable vapes to reduce youth vaping

Leaders caution the ban may fuel a black market, demanding regulated sales

NHS rejects funding for new Alzheimer's drug due to small benefit, high cost

The drug 'donanemab' remains available for private treatment in England

Life expectancy in Scotland: A slow road to recovery

Despite recent progress, life expectancy remains below pre-pandemic levels

AI to assist doctors in spotting hidden fractures on X-rays

New technology aims to improve diagnosis speed and accuracy in busy emergency departments

Unlocking the secrets of skin: new discovery could reverse ageing

New insights into skin development promise advances in regeneration and ageing

Nobel prize awarded for AI breakthrough in protein science

AI transforms how we understand and target proteins

Fast new mpox test promises to halt africa’s rising virus cases

This test uses PCR technology to detect the virus from skin samples

New ovarian cancer vaccine research receives major funding

Scientists aim to harness the immune system to fight cancer in its earliest stages

Slap fighting: A brutal sport with hidden dangers

Doctors warn of serious brain injuries as the controversial combat sport gains popularity worldwide

UK to ban junk food ads before 9 p.m. to combat childhood obesity

Labour plans to also ban paid online ads and energy drinks for under-16s

Vaccine trial in the UK begins a new era in lung cancer treatment

New mRNA-based vaccine takes center stage in promising lung cancer care

AI in UK hospitals helps detect more pre-cancerous lesions during colonoscopies

This has led to better early cancer detection and improved patient care

Bolivian tribe has the healthiest hearts and slowest-ageing brains ever studied

However, modern changes like processed foods are starting to affect their health

ECDC advises Africa-bound travelers to get vaccinated against mpox

The new strain, Clade 1b, spreads easily, raising concern for Europe-bound travelers too

WHO issues global health warning as deadly mpox outbreak surges in Africa

Health experts call for a swift, coordinated global response to contain the crisis

Gene-editing offers NHS patients potential cure for beta thalassemia

This revolutionary treatment could eliminate the need for lifelong blood transfusions

Horse gut bacteria can predict their future health and racing success

Early antibiotic use may have a negative impact on their health

Artificial Intelligence could transform NHS healthcare but comes with risks

Regulation is essential to ensure patient safety and data protection

Breakthrough drug extends lifespan of mice by 25% - safety already demonstrated in humans

Interleukin-11 antibody shows promise as an anti-ageing treatment that could revolutionise human longevity

Galaxy Ring: A smart ring by Samsung designed for fitness tracking

While promising, concerns about data privacy have been raised

UK Party Manifestos Miss the Mark on Preventive Health Measures

With rising obesity and diabetes, experts call for stronger action on sugar and public health policies to keep the nation healthy

NHS offers novel gene therapy for haemophilia B, potentially curing patients

The therapy is initially available at eight centers across the UK

Open Bionics' 3D printed prosthetic hand restores grip for amputee

Bionic device offers comfort, function, and freedom for everyday use

World record: Fern discovered with world's largest genome ever recorded

Its DNA stretches over 100 meters, which is 50 times bigger than the human genome

NHS electronic patient record systems have caused significant patient harm, including deaths

Problems range from unsent medical letters to inaccessible vital information

UK melanoma skin cancer cases hit record high, primarily due to sun exposure

Nearly 90% of cases are preventable, linked to excessive UV radiation

At-home blood testing device approved for cancer patients in the UK

Greater convenience for patients and could potentially reduce NHS costs

AI can analyze worker movements to recommend exoskeleton suits & reduce physical strain

Technology also raises concerns about job displacement in other fields

UK tests first-ever customised mRNA vaccine for melanoma

Trial shows promising results for a potential cure, targeting individual cancer cells

Welsh Ambulance delivers life-saving defibrillators using drones

Novel approach to quickly reach heart attack victims, trials underway

Researchers develop blood tests for faster and easier dementia diagnosis

Large-scale trials aim to enable timely access to support and potential treatments

Artificial pancreas technology approved to improve type 1 diabetes management in England

Technology automates insulin delivery, offering better blood sugar control

Tech-funded Enhanced Games will allow athletes to openly use performance-enhancing drugs

The controversial new sporting event sparks debates about ethics and safety

AI tool demonstrates potential to improve early breast cancer detection

In an NHS trial, the system successfully identified cancers missed by human doctors

Paralyzed man plays chess online using Neuralink brain chip implant

Brain-computer interface tech allows patient to control computer cursor with mind

Should you track your blood sugar? Hype versus science of personalized diets

Science behind blood sugar monitoring and its potential impact on healthy people

Medical device bias hurts women and people with darker skin tones

Urgent action needed to tackle bias in pulse oximeters, AI devices & genetic tests for fair healthcare for all

A global epidemic: over a billion people are living with obesity

Study highlights the urgent need for healthy nutrition shift to address the alarming consequences

Atom limbs' AI-powered bionic arm that feel and respond like your own

Early trials promise natural movement, control and sense of touch; however, cost concerns remain

No more pills! NHS approves wearable pump for 24-hour drug delivery

Portable Produodopa pump delivers steady medication, offering ease & relief for Parkinson's sufferers

Elon Musk's company Neuralink implanted its first wireless brain chip in a person

The chip has the potential to significantly benefit individuals with paralysis

Downsizing wine glasses reduces consumption by 7.6%, study finds

Portion control solution to curb your overall alcohol intake

Genomes of 13,000 UK patients decoded, marking the dawn of precision oncology

Provides oncologists with a precise tumor genetic map for selecting treatments

New antibiotic zosurabalpin offers hope against deadly hospital infections

Scientists hail "exciting" discovery against superbug Crab, paving the way for future antibiotics

Character.ai became virtual psychotherapist for young people

Offering comfort and advice, the rise of AI therapy sparks debate about its potential & perils

3 million people tested for cancer in England, will it save lives?

Progress with early detection, but treatment delays and funding pressures demand urgent attention

Beyond genetics: 15 risk factors increase risk of early dementia

Vitamin D deficiency, depression, and diabetes are some among the preventable risk factors

A revolutionary blood test that can estimate your organs' biological age

Test could help in the early detection of disease and prevention strategies

Cancer Research UK manifesto to avoid 20,000 cancer deaths

Bold plan needed to fix NHS, boost research, and end preventable deaths

UK's approval of casgevy paves the way for gene-edited treatment of blood disorders

Casgevy offers hope for patients with sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia

England sets ambitious goal to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040

Increased vaccination and improved screening are key to achieving the target

New drug offers hope for thousands of women at risk of breast cancer

Anastrozole could prevent risk of disease by 50% among eligible women in England

New device restores mobility in man with Parkinson's disease

Spinal implant could lead to significant improvements in the lives of people

Many UK adults have untreated high cholesterol and high blood pressure

These untreated conditions increase the risk of serious health problems

AI-powered company Exscientia is revolutionising drug discovery

Company is transforming healthcare and enabling personalised medicine

AI socks to help carers of people with dementia and autism

Smart socks detect distress and alert carers, helping patients to live more independently

The stress of renting is taking a toll on our physical and mental health

Insecurity and rising cost of private renting accelerate biological ageing

New 'miracle' drug cures bowel cancer with minimal side effects

Dostarlimab with 100% success rate in early trials offers hope for bowel cancer patients

Embryo model grown without sperm, egg or womb: A breakthrough for ethical research

Stem cell-based embryo models could lead to new treatments for infertility

NHS partners with barbershops, clubs and mosques to improve heart health

Free blood pressure checks to help people identify and manage blood pressure

New AI-powered trousers help paralysed patients walk again

NeuroSkin mirrors the impulses sent to a healthy leg and recreates movement in the weakened leg

Walking just 4000 steps each day can lower the risk of premature death

Experts suggest incorporating regular walks in daily activities help boost health and longevity

AI spots breast cancer as good as two radiologists

Use of AI supported screening can help reduce workloads and patient wait times

Planks and wall squats can help control your blood pressure

Isometric exercises improves blood flow and effectively lowers high blood pressure than aerobic exercise

Major illnesses will affect over nine million people in England by 2040

Large increases in people with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and diabetes

AI boosts speed, precision and safety in cancer radiotherapy - available at cost price to the NHS

Groundbreaking InnerEye AI, developed by Addenbrooke's Hospital and Microsoft, revolutionises radiotherapy planning

Daytime napping: A natural elixir for brain health and longevity

Short snoozes under 30 minutes can boost brain size and potentially delay brain aging by up to 6 years

Taurine linked to extended lifespan and improved health in animals

Anti-aging benefits found of taurine in animal studies, but no evidence to support supplementation in humans yet

Galleri blood test: a step closer to early cancer detection

Offers promising results in the detection, and original site, of over 50 types of cancer in major NHS study

FDA grants approval for Neuralink to proceed with human trials

Neuralink's implants will still require extensive testing to overcome technical and ethical issues

Artificial Intelligence assists in discovery of potent antibiotic to combat superbugs

AI scrutinized a list of 6,680 compounds, ultimately shortlisting potential antibiotics in under two hours

Pangenome: a new chapter in human DNA mapping embracing global diversity

Updated DNA map opens doors for more inclusive and effective medical treatments

Weight loss jab is now approved for NHS use in England

Semaglutide tricks your stomach to feel fuller and more satisfied; may be ineffective after withdrawl

Young adults face undiagnosed hypertension risk

Experts encourage regular blood pressure checks for all adults to prevent long-term harm

BBC reports on two different uses of AI in pharmaceutical healthcare

Genetika+ tests drugs against a patient's own cells; Insilico Medicine is slashing the time taken for drug discovery

Expert doctors guided heart surgeries via smart glasses at Basildon Hospital

Remote access helped to perform several procedures simultaneously and reduced waiting time for patients

Overcoming the odds of bile duct cancer with experimental immunotherapy

A 51-year-old patient in trial is now cancer-free with immunotherapy drug and chemotherapy

New mRNA vaccines personalized for each patient to fight cancer

Phase IIb trial on skin cancer showed positive results, with 44% lower risk of death

NHS to sequence the entire DNA of newborns for rare genetic disease diagnosis

Whole genome sequencing could speed up diagnosis and allow early life-saving treatment

Therapeutic applications of base editing clears girl's leukemia

Base editing can soon be a part in taking control of our genomes to fight genetic diseases

Deaths from excessive alcohol intake surged in the UK during Covid pandemic

A 27% rise in alcohol-related deaths was reported during 2019-21, with more men affected than women

WHO renamed monkeypox as "mpox" to prevent stigma and racial stereotypes

Countries impacted most included the US, UK, Brazil, Spain, and France

Universal flu vaccine protects against all 20 strains of flu virus

Breakthrough innovation that simultaneously induces antibodies against multiple antigens

Leprosy bacteria may hold the secret to safely repairing and regenerating the body

Biological alchemy by leprosy bacteria-converts one type of bodily tissue into another

CRISPR gene-editing technology boosts cancer-fighting immune cells

Personalized T-cell therapy for untreatable cancers - further studies needed to test the dose and effectiveness

Scientists unveil role of genomic 'dark matter' in cancer detection and treatment

Early but promising finding that epigenetic changes alter the growth of cancer cells

Drones tested as faster means of transport for supplies within a hospital site

NHS Trust will carry out further development to see how drones can improve services for its patients

UK civil servants study highlights danger of 5 hours sleep

Leads to 30% higher risk of chronic disease compared to seven hours

England and Wales see slight increase in life expectancy in 2021 - official figure to follow

Only 4 out of 31 countries studies have seen their period life expectancy recover since 2020

Eating all your food in 10 hours can help you stay healthy and fit

Firefighters who tried this improved their blood pressure and cholesterol

Increase your lifespan by adding weightlifting exercises to your routine

Muscle-strengthening exercises make body leaner and bones stronger, leading to a healthier life

Eisai's Lecanemab drug proves to slowdown Alzheimer's disease, unlike aducanumab drug

Historic moment for dementia research-large clinical trial to successfully slow cognitive decline

Genetically modified virus killed cancer cells in early human trials

Weakened form of herpes virus showed promising results for various advanced cancers

Understanding air pollution cancer would lead to a new era of molecular cancer prevention

Mutations alone are not always enough for tumour formation

Statistics shows steep decline in life expectancy - largely driven by COVID-19

US records the lowest since 1996 and UK fell for the first time in 40yrs

NICE - faecal transplants can be offered for hard-to-treat C. difficile

A solution to reduce both antibiotic usage and antimicrobial resistance

Fertility rate decline becomes a brewing crisis in South Korea

Billions of dollars spent as incentive is not convincing people to have children

Breakthrough gene therapy offers cure for a rare bleeding disorder heamophilia

Trial results were positive but cautioned the use until proven safe and effective

Digital twins: how they can help us live longer and healthier lives

Digital twins amplify healthcare efficiency for improved outcomes.

Mutational signatures- a step closes to personalised cancer treatment

Instead of caterogising cancer based on the effected body part or type, whole-genome sequencing could be more practical

Mammals have similar number of DNA mutations whatever their lifespan

Shorter lived animals have higher rate of mutations - could explain lower rates of cancer in larger mammals

Not just BMI, watch out for belly fat to deem yourself healthy

Waist-to-height ratio could identify people at higher health risks

Biological age of human skin cells reduced by 30 years (transcriptome and methylation clocks)

Transient reprogramming is progressing fast - how long before the first skincare product is launched?

New era of prescribing medicines: new genetic test finds out better and safer drugs

NHS to roll out genetic test that is currently able to match 40 drugs to patient's genetic code

A wonder drug for the treatment of advanced bowel cancer patients

Experimental gene therapy shrunk tumor size by 50% within three months

UK ranks second for lung disease deaths in Western Europe, with more negative impact on poor people

UK charity seeks funding opportunities for better treatment and research

Eating just five portions of vegetables may not protect your heart

Researchers say balanced diet with healthy lifestyle helps reduce risk of many diseases

Lights go off for people with obsolete Second Sight retinal implants

No promised upgrades, and no vision at all for some recipients

Phoenix 99 bionic eye shows promise in restoring vision in patients

Early trials on sheeps show success in bypassing damaged retina cells

New spinal cord implant helps completely paralysed patients stand and walk again

This early-phase technology could be game changer for spinal injuries very soon

NHS offers the world's most expensive drug for children with a rare disease

Libmeldy is life-saving gene therapy now available for use in England

Drone delivers defibrillator before ambulance arrives

Everdrone looking to expand its drones' capabilities within Sweden and beyond

Theranos ceased for fooling investors with a blood-testing device that never worked

Founder convicted of wire fraud and sentenced to several years in prison

New Zealand plans to ban cigarettes and become smoke-free by 2025

Reducing nicotine addiction in youth by restricting access to tobacco products

Studies prove relationship between sleep onset timing and risk of developing CVD

Sleep health: An important contributor to a person’s general health

Turning off abnormal genes may cure crippling genetic disease

Potential gene silencing approach in porphyria and possibly for many other diseases in the future

Longevity gap differs greatly between the rich and poor areas of England

Report finds alarming fall in life expectancy even before COVID pandemic - calls for better policies

Covid-19 hit hardest in men, cutting their life expectancy by over an year

Life expectancy will recover in the future, but with a 'slower growth'

Rugby players experience decline in cognitive function within just one season

Players saw a decline in both blood flow to brain and cognition, regardless of concussions

Scientists uncover patterns of metabolism in humans across the life course

Metabolism remained same throughout the mid-life and starts to decline only at 60 years

Latest AI tool may diagnose dementia even before symptoms appear

Algorithm detects dementia better than neurologists, soon with a single brain scan

One in three adults face midlife health crisis in Britain, finds new survey

Unhealthy lifestyle is causing middle-aged people prone to multiple health issues

A 12-week Better Health campaign to help you lose weight and stay active

Free support and guidance to shed those excess kilos gained during lockdown

UK recorded more deaths than births for first time in 40 years

Covid may not be the only reason; fewer births and older population also fuel death rates

Survival and recovery post cardiac arrest is independent of lowering of body temperatures

A&E bases clinical trial on body temperature in critical patients conducted

For the first time in 20 years, FDA approved new drug to treat Alzheimer's disease

A long way from a cure, but hopefully indicates that Alzheimer's isn't unassailable

Brain can learn to see again using algae proteins

Optogenetics bring back vision partially with light sensing proteins - new hope for the blind

3 minutes of exercise every hour extends life by 30%

Physical activity cocktails can benefit people who spend long sitting hours

AI-powered app helps you identify skin, hair and nail issues

Google brings dermatology assistance using AI - can you trust the results?

Working 55+ hours a week killed 745,000 people a year

Working overtime, only to die early - long working hours may increase your risk of stroke & heart disease

AI-crafted music playlists to be prescribed for mental health

MediMusic takes music therapy treatments to the next level, with trials in hospitals underway

Inherited blindness can now be cured with gene therapy

A breakthrough gene therapy restores eyesight in patients with rare eye disease

Heart gets smaller in long duration space missions

Despite exercising, reduced gravity causes heart atrophy in space travelers, likewise in long-distance swimmers

Google Nest 2 monitors sleep activity from your bedside

Radar sensor scans movement to generate personalized sleep reports - controversies raise privacy fears

Single gene therapy injection halts spinal muscular atrophy

Becomes most expensive drug ever approved for the NHS - but no lifetime costs

Investment venture launches $10M for Scottish life sciences firms

Eos Advisory and Kineticos collab will help find treatment for incurable cancers

A Diabetes drug brings dramatic weight loss in obese patients

Semaglutide suppresses appetite, helping trail participants lose 20% of their weight

After covid vaccine, Oxford to tackle antibiotic resistance

Expert researchers to address antibiotic resistance with the £100m fund by Ineos

Previous Covid-19 infection may be protective for 5 months

Some might get re-infected & transmit the virus - should stay at home

South Korea's falling birth rate is worrisome

A declining population is detrimental to the country's economy

Activewear brand Lorna Jane makes 'anti-virus' claims: taken to court

Such claims made by trusted companies without a scientific basis mislead the public

A blood test that can detect 50 types of cancer

NHS to offer this test to 165,000 people next year for detecting cancers early

Moon’s hidden water could sustain future Lunar missions

Discovery of water on the moon’s surface brings NASA closer to establishing a permanent base

Cold water swimming might help develop a new dementia therapy

Triggers an increase in the same protein used by hibernating animals

Professor defends "mediocre neuroscience" assessment of Neuralink demo

You need entrepreneurs, engineers and academics to make sustainable progress

A soup and shake diet plan to combat type 2 diabetes

No drugs required - nearly half of patients reverse their diabetes

World's oldest man dies aged 116 - RIP Fredie Blom

A great example of compressed morbidity - Fredie was still active 2 weeks before his death

Blood test for detecting Alzheimer's before symptoms appear

Experts found a protein indicating the disease, providing early treatment in the future

Doctors to prescribe cycling to prevent obesity related hospital admissions hitting 1 million

It's more effective than any drug so why not prescribe it?

Limiting screen time could prevent cancer and cardiovascular diseases

Minimize exposure to TV and phones and maximize your health

Coronavirus gives extra incentive for smokers to kick the habit

1.5 times as many smokers quit in the last year than usual - a rare long-term benefit of the pandemic

Researchers estimate world population could crash by 2100

Decline in fertility rate may shrink the global population drastically

Robotic scientists can do lab work faster

Does not mean that machines will be able to replace human scientists

Google acquires the Canadian smart glasses company North

Many tech giants are competing to dominate the mass market for smart glasses

The UK's Spaceguard Centre is a key player in tracking near-Earth objects

Space objects aren't in lockdown so glad someone is still keeping any eye out for existential risks

Some of our organs can outlive us while others die early

Ageing related processes affect different organs at a different pace

New cancer drug shrinks tumour in phase 1 trial

Indeed a new precision approach sparing healthy cells

World's oldest man passes on his crown

Bob Weighton exhibited many life extending qualities such as keeping interested, socialising and laughing

Is it really possible to train for that 100-year milestone?

New concept of 'Centenarian Olympics' allows humans to die young at an old age

Longevity in Blue Zones - key ingredients for a longer life

May be it's not just one factor but a combination of all the right factors

The switch from chemotherapy to hormone treatments for prostate cancer

A safer and more immune-friendly precision-medicine approach for cancer

The simple life plan of centenarians living in Nicoya

Plan de Vida is to live, serve family and community

Public Health England: Best to take vitamin D during COVID-19 lockdown

Advices on improving health should be considered especially in times of pandemic

Genetic diversity, hoped to explain varied severity of COVID-19 symptoms

A look into DNA data from UK Biobank to answer many questions on the virus

Blood test as multi-cancer detection tool

More to look forward as it promises early cancer detection when fine-tuned

Female of the species always outlives the males

Humans more equal than most species because less of an environmental effect

Top ten frequently asked questions about coronavirus

Quick answers from the BBC's coronavirus FAQ

Omega 3 fatty acids - natural fish oil is effective, not supplements

One portion of oily fish per week contains all the omega-3 fatty acids you need

UK life expectancy stalls - poorest hit the hardest

The club fights for equality in longevity to help everyone access new rejuvenation therapies

Last opportunity to contain coronavirus outbreak

Not yet out of control - but asymptomatic patients could complicate prevention of outbreaks

First gene therapy for a rare eye disease, now NHS-approved

This life-changing new gene therapy will halt sight loss and improve vision

5 key questions about coronavirus (Covid-19)

It's not going to wipe out humanity - and your individual risk is low

Whole-cancer genome analysis to revolutionize cancer treatment

This massive study should provide new targets to diagnose and treat all cancers

Pharmaceutical companies developing vaccine for coronavirus in record time (video)

Inovio's Dr Kate Broderick explains how - starting with the DNA sequence

Drug molecule developed using AI to undergo human trials

Can speed up drug discovery process using artificial intelligence

Why does our hair turn white?

Modulating your stress levels will help you prevent many problems, including your hair colour

UK toughens up precautionary measures against the new coronavirus

Symptoms quite similar to that of seasonal flu, takes 5 days to appear once infected

'One-size-fits-all' new cancer treatment

Good to see a new approach to tackle cancer, but this is a long way from trials

Falling birth rates - a matter of concern in Russia

Can money correct the falling birth rates?

BBC's Lara Lewington gets hands on with Mojo Lens augmented vision (video)

Lara's verdict: "Wow, that is incredible"

Inclisiran: the newest weapon in the fight against cardiovascular diseases

Potential to save many lives including those who are not responding to statins

Good lifestyle adds up to 10 years to life expectancy

That's 10 years to find a rejuvenation therapy that adds another 10 years... and then another...

Running a marathon improves the health of a runner's arteries

If you have heart disease or other medical conditions, consult your doctor first

Experts look at new techs to enable faster trip to Mars

Speed, maximum load, human safety, and power source, among the main factors considered

Vitamin B12 deficiency risk is real for vegans

If you're thinking about adopting a vegan lifestyle, make sure to do nutritional planning

A new and innovative way of delivering targeted chemotherapy to cancer tumours

Improving effectiveness with reduced side effects - fingers crossed for this first-in-person trial

New generation implantable devices to replace traditional medication

Advanced neural technologies to treat diseases and restore life expectancies

Anastrozole gives long lasting protection against breast cancer

High-risk, post-menopausal women should ask their doctor about Anastrozole

Robots perform major surgeries with great precision

More and more robots are becoming available, but needs to choose only the best!

Red alert for festive hot drinks - overloaded with sugar

Something to think about before buying drinks from high street coffee chains

Life expectancy reduces by nearly 3 years

The goal to live more than 100 years seems to be slowly drifting away

An effective immunotherapy for advanced prostate cancer

Only 5% saw their tumours shrink, but may be more successful if used earlier

Pembrolizumab: effective immunotherapy for advanced head and neck cancer

Needs to identify those who will respond to treatment before starting immunotherapy

Life expectancy increase reflected in number of older people in society

Even without life extension experts predict increasingly longer lives

Vaping is better than smoking, but quitting smoking is the best

No vaping is even better for your heart

Off the record herbal products could stop cancer treatment from working

When in doubt simply stick to the recommended therapy or ask your doctor

Marathon runner drank 5 litres of water and almost died

Hyponatremia is rare but has serious consequences - don't overdo the hydration

It's better to take antihypertensive medication at night

Maintaining a low blood pressure at night also leads to better control in the next day

Footballers have a high risk of death from neurodegenerative diseases

Except for neurodegenerative diseases, ex-footballers are less likely to die from other diseases

First therapy that could slow Alzheimer's disease

Groundbreaking drug is called aducanumab, which targets a protein called amyloid

Prime editing as a way of "editing" genes

There are around 75,000 mutations caused by DNA errors and prime editing can correct 89% of them

Air pollution linked to serious acute health problems

Does more than just reducing life expectancy, and needs to be tackled very soon

Genetic testing - a toy to satisfy patient curiosity

Do it only if there's a good clinical reason as per doctor's recommendation

Widely available drug with great outcomes

According to an international study Tranexamic acid improves patient survival rates if given early

Drug invented for a girl with Batten disease

Doctors from Boston sequenced in detail whole genome of Mila and found the disease-causing mutation

Walking speed could be a determinating factor of ageing speed

People who walked slower had a worse state of lungs, teeth and immune system

Genetic test could identify an increased risk of heart attack

GRS can be measured at any age, children could be tested too

Life expectancy gains have slowed

In Japan, life expectancy gains have been bigger than in the UK in recent years

Direct brain interface enables paralysed man to walk in exoskeleton

Obviously this is early steps, but with more research and computing power the results could be astounding

New drug slowed tumour growth in men with prostate cancer

Olaparib delays cancer growth by months, which means the increased lifespan

Skin cancer survival rate up jumps 10-fold in just 10 years

UK doctors announce that more than half of the patients can now survive advanced melanoma

Skin-lightening creams could cause serious health problems

Looking good isn't worth dying for - only by creams from trusted retailers

A real shift in cancer treatment

New drugs present precision medicine, they are based on the genetic make-up of each patient's tumour

BBC debunks YouTube videos promoting simple cancer treatments

Donkey's milk has no proven cancer effect - don't make an ass of yourself

Cancer survival rates improving, but UK performing poorly

If there is an election soon, then maybe consider the parties' health policies as well as Brexit

New blood test can detect lung cancer before symptoms show up

Detects 50% more early stage lung cancers and being expanded to detect other types

Higher stroke risk observed in vegans and vegetarians

Cannot conclude it as a cause of high stroke risk yet, there's just an association

New treatment for inherited retinal dystrophies

Gene therapy presents injecting the healthy gene directly in the eye to produce working protein

Sharp angles of unhealthy eating

This may be an extreme example but it really shows that a good diet helps you live longer

Little bit of red wine once in a while could be beneficial

But don't get carried away and drink too much - no more than 14 units per week

Optimism may be linked to a longer lifespan

Don't be pessimistic - think positively if you want a longer life

Omega-3 fish oil supplements had no benefit for type 2 diabetes

More evidence fish oil supplements don’t work – save your money!

High blood pressure "critical period"

Increases blood pressure between the ages of 36 and 43 were associated with brain shrinkage

The effects of public health campaigns

Number of smokers among secondary-school pupils in England decreased relevantly

Candida auris: deadly hospital acquired infection on the rise

One more superbug that can cause our undoing

Generation X notorious for drug poisoning and suicide

Stigma may be a reason for their reluctance to seek help

Two new Ebola drugs report a 90% survival rate

Thanks to this cocktail of 3 antibodies, Ebola no longer means impending death

AI can spot past atrial fibrillation even in a normal ECG

Warns the doctors about rhythm abnormalities that went undetected

Crude birth rate of England and Wales hits a new low

Total fertility rate is lower than many other years except 1977 and 1999 to 2002

Mobile app rapidly alerts clinicians of acute kidney injury

Lab results to the right doctors at the right time can improve patient's outcome

Electrical stimulation therapy to ears improved body, sleep and mood

Newly discovered benefit of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

Superbug causes a six fold rise in death toll in European hospitals

How soon will we run out of effective antibiotics at this rate?

England will prohibit smoking by 2030

Healthy eating and sleep, physical activity, not smoking are defined priorities by the green paper

NHS gives the green-light to a “gene-silencing” drug for the first time

It took thirteen years for RNA interference technology to come to this stage

Common cold virus can attack and kill bladder cancer cells

Can we win the fight against cancer using viruses to our advantage?

Leg fat protects postmenopausal women from heart disease

Get in shape with a "pear-shaped" body - reduces heart disease risk

HPV vaccines reduce cases of precancerous growths in cervix

This might wipe out cervical cancer in the next couple of decades

New urine test for predicting outcomes in patients with prostate cancer

36‐gene classifiers are known as Prostate Urine Risk (PUR) signatures.

How to prevent harmful microbes from spreading in your home

Dirty cloths is the big offender I see most regularly

Personalized medicine gives hope to terminal blood cancer patients

Some lymphoma patients are being completely cured in a way "never been seen before"

Working long hours increases the possibility of having a stroke

Eating a healthy diet, exercising, not smoking and sleeping well can prevent stroke

Ebola spreads from Congo to Uganda - no sign of stopping

Not yet a global emergency – but could explode at any time

Potentially revolutionary heart attack treatment option

"Pumping" patch could help repair the damage caused by a heart attack

Lung cancer diagnosed by Artificial intelligence

AI and doctors working together can be more effective

Ultra-processed foods might be the reason for the obesity crisis

Ultra-processed foods lead people to eat more and put on weight

UK figures show heart deaths rise up

Deaths from heart, circulatory diseases among people under 75 are on the rise for the first time in 50 years

Phage therapy keeps a fatal bacterial infection under control

Could be used to treat drug resistant bacterial infections in the future

Vagus Nerve Stimulation has been used for a stroke treatment trial

A stroke treatment trial has produced results that clinicians have described as "phenomenal"

Alzheimer's-like disease discovery could mean new targets for treatments

Late linked to the accumulation TDP-43 protein rather than amyloid and tau

Brain implant translates people's thoughts into speech

Text- and voice-free internet searches one step closer

Cobots could solve caring crisis as population ages

A useful short term fix until rejuvenation technologies mean we are no longer elderly

Implant boosts leg signals, prevents Parkinson's freezing

We're understanding more about the body's chemical and electrical signalling

Interfering with enzyme production reduces crippling pain

Gene silencing rather than gene therapy

Ebola in Democratic Republic of Congo - still not a global threat

No need to declare a “public health emergency of international concern”

Hundreds of new cancer gene targets discovered

Systematic approach reveals new targets for drug development

No safe alcohol consumption for stroke risk

Drinking small amounts of alcohol looking less likely to be good for health

Diets that cause most deaths around the world

Surprisingly, whole grains more important than fruit & veg

Computers and robots could automate 1.5 million jobs

Percentage of workers in primary industry massively reduced in last century - not necessarily a bad thing

Woman in intensive care after DIY IV therapy attempt

Natural is not always good - please follow medical advice

NASA reveals large meteor explosion in December 2018

This would have caused damage over a populated city

Mushrooms half the risk of mild cognitive impairment

Should be included in a balanced diet along with fruit and vegetables

Lie-ins don't reduce health impacts of lack of sleep

Best to keep a regular sleep schedule throughout the week

Parkinson's drug delivered through port in head

Reversal of brain cell damage knocked 6 years off disease development

Chemicals identified to reverse mental decline

Mental capacity not lost - just masked by inflammation

Smart inflatable pill that monitors the stomach

In the stomachs of pigs these smart pills lasted for one month

NHS to offer DNA tests to build up national database

Lots more detail needed - how much, what will be tested for, how will results be interpreted?

High fibre diet lowers levels of multiple diseases

Low-carbohydrate diets miss out on fibre from whole-grains

Biomarkers identified to help diagnose atrial fibrillation

Could enable point of care blood testing instead of current ECG screening

Most people not accepting free NHS health check

If you don't know your blood pressure then definitely take up this free offer

Tumour cells examined in virtual reality

Allows researchers to better understand tumour structure and examine it from any angle

Irrational starving leads to RED-S in sportspeople

Good health should never be the cost of success in sports

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport caused by under-eating

Athletes starving themselves causes hormone and bone problems

People "hacking" their biology

Cyborgnest company designed the electronic implant in hope to end "generation screen"

World's largest gene sequencing project in healthcare

100,000 Genomes Project has ended "diagnostic odyssey" for 1 in 4 participants with rare diseases

Unhealthy lifestyle and its disadvantages in numbers

Too much alcohol and too little fruit and veg is the most common poor lifestyle combination

Common unhealthy lifestyle traits in people

Too much alcohol and too little fruit and veg is the most common poor lifestyle combination

An unusual request to legally change an age was declined

Mr Ratelband, aged 69, made headlines around the world wanting to change his birth date by 20 years

Greenhouse gases on the rise, even banned gases resurface

Better build underwater colonies at this rate before we all sink in to the sea

No link between insomnia and early death

Meta-analysis of 37 million people found link to dementia and depression but not life expectancy

Five-minute scan can predict cognitive decline

High intensity pulse travelling towards the brain indicative of accelerated cognitive decline over the next decade.

Worldwide decline in fertility rates

Half of countries now have a fertility rate below the 2.1 level required to maintain their population

Llama blood clue to beating all flu

Llama antibodies able to attack parts of flu virus that don't mutate

Wrong weight 'can cost four years of life'

Massive study confirms that being overweight dramatically shortens life expectancy

New antibiotic appears promising in early clinical trials

Superbugs are on the rise and we are running out of time

Green tea capsules left a patient needing an urgent liver transplant

Green tea supplements present a greater risk for people who are taking more concentrated extracts

Walking again after ten years with MS

Hematopoietic stem cell therapy allowed a man with multiple sclerosis to walk again for the first time in 10 years

Robot seeks out skin cancer with suction (video)

A robot developed by the MIT is helping wth the diagnosis of skin conditions and abnormalities

Type-2 diabetes detectable years before diagnosis

Insulin resistance and high levels of blood sugar are early signs for type-2 Diabetes that appear decades before the disease

Life span of our ancestors same as ours today

If they got past the dangers of childhood, our ancestors lived almost as long as we do today

Life expectancy progress stops in UK

Since 2011 living beyond 90 years old has become increasingly rarer due to still unknown reasons

Inventor plans to build a city under the sea

This expert engineer aims to fulfill his vision of the future through his inventions

Soylent meal replacement gets UK launch

This drink was enriched with more nutrients to make it a valid alternative meal for people on the go

Targeted treatment for melanoma to be free on NHS

Dabrafenib and Trametinib are being offered for BRAF-positive melanoma patients

Aspirin-a-day risky in old age - major study

Taking an aspirin per day may increase the risk of internal bleeding among the elderly

Robots ahoy! Mapping Earth's surface

SEA-KIT may be the autonomous vessel to win the XPRIZE for best seabed mapping system

Lack of exercise puts one in four people at risk

Sedentarism keeps rising in wealthy countries, some recommendations are provided

New Versius robot surgery system coming to NHS

This new robot is smaller and easier to set-up allowing a wider range of procedures

No alcohol safe - result from global study

Alcohol may protect against heart disease but it promotes many other chronic conditions

Low-carb diet could shorten life by 4 years

Moderate consumption of carbohydrates may be healthier than low-carb diets

BBC trialling speed-read technology

Spitz is developing a new method to optimize the delivery of news for smart watches

Screening for bowel cancer only after 60 years is not good enough!

Will be able to catch bowel cancer 10 years earlier than now

UK among worst for life expectancy rises

Life expectancy rises in the UK have stagnated due to still unknown reasons

Hospital sepsis deaths 'jump by a third'

The causes of this sudden increase remain unclear and hospital records are not helping

Even low levels of air pollution can damage heart

Scientists found a link between air pollution and larger ventricles in the heart

Nuclear bunker uses 42 buried school buses

This is Canada’s second largest fallout shelter

Fish oil supplements for a healthy heart 'nonsense'

NHS states that consuming Omega-3 through your diet is better than through supplements

Air pollution directly linked to child's death

9 year old died from an Asthma attack probably caused by NO2 and PM10 pollution

Five times more fast food outlets in poor areas

Fast food is tastier and cheaper than healthy food, which makes it appealing for people with low income

The man who was fired by a machine

An error caused for an employee to be wrongfully fired by an automated system

Gene therapy reverses rat's paralysis

Study used virus to deliver genetic information that reduced scar tissue in the spinal cord

Will we ever colonise an asteroid?

An expert explains the challenges of sustaining life in an asteroid and ideas to overcome them

Immunotherapy beats terminal breast cancer

Treatment consist in collecting, in vitro expansion and injection of white blood cells in patients

US birth rates drop to lowest since 1987

Low birth rates are common in developed countries but it’ll lead to fewer young people in the workforce

Dementia exercise programmes 'don't slow brain decline'

Oxford researchers found that physical improvement doesn’t translate in better mental health

Potential new cure found for baldness

Osteoporosis drug had a dramatic effect on hair follicles in the lab. Targets a protein that act...

Can autophagy boost your health?

Autophagy is the process by which cells degrade and recycle their components. Helps infection co...

Are you fat on the inside?

Average size 12 29 year-old has a body scan. DEXA scan analyses her fat and muscle percentage. ...

Top 6 wrong beliefs in causes of cancer

Increasing numbers of people getting the risk factors wrong. Common misconceptions about cancer ...

Drinking can take years off your life

2 drinks a day shortens life expectancy by up to two years. More than 3 drinks a day could lose ...

Late risers at increased risk of early death

People aged 38 to 73 self-assesses on scale of morning or evening types. Night owls are 10% more...

One-stop shops to speed up cancer diagnosis

Patients often face delays when they have non-specific symptoms. NHS England is introducing 10 s...

Macular degeneration reversed with stem cell treatment

Major step towards curing age-related macular degeneration. Human embryo cells were grown into a...

Exercise in old age prevents immune system from declining

Cyclists in their 80s had the immune systems of 20-year-olds. Immune system decline makes older ...

Lassa fever: The killer disease with no vaccine

Nigeria has been gripped by an outbreak of a Lassa fever. Current outbreak is spreading faster a...

Would you hack your own body?

Putting a chip under your skin is similar to getting a piercing or tatto. But often fail as hard...

Wearable tech aids stroke patients

Sensors are able to send information to doctors continuously. Almost mechanically imperceptible ...

Mini-tumours created to battle cancer

Biopsies were taken and grown into miniature 3D cancerous organs in the lab. 100% accurate at te...

Cleaning products linked to poorer lung function

Regular exposure to cleaning products significantly affects lung function. Chemicals cause long-...

Ultra-processed foods 'linked to cancer'

More ultra-processed foods linked to higher cancer risk, says French study

New antibiotic family discovered in dirt

Gene sequencing analysed more than 1,000 US soil samples. Compounds, called malacidins, annihila...

Hundreds of fire deaths may be linked to skin creams

Some skin creams containing paraffin, a senior firefighter warns. If used regularly paraffin res...

Quest to cure ageing like a disease

Listen to recent episode of the BBC Tomorrow’s World podcast. Discoveries suggest biological age...

8 things more likely to kill you in 1970s

Eight things more likely to kill you in 1970s Britain than today. 1. Winter 2. The workplace 3...

Handheld device sequences human genome

Handheld device developed by the company Oxford Nanopore. Nanopore tech analyser uses longer str...

No safe limit to smoking

One cigarette a day increases chance of developing heart disease by 50%. Likewise a 30% increase...

Doomsday Clock moved to just 2 mins to 'apocalypse'

Doomsday Clock pushed forward by 30 seconds. Now just two minutes before midnight. Bulletin of ...

Swallowable sensor transmits live from the gut

Pill-sized sensor capsule transmits live data from the intestines. Transmits information to a mo...

Blood test detects eight common forms of cancer

Looks for mutations in 16 genes and eight proteins that regularly arise in cancer. Blood test de...

Drone saves two Australian swimmers in world first

Two teenage boys got into difficulties 700m offshore in heavy surf. Lifesavers instantly sent th...

Middle-aged can reverse heart risk with exercise

Study analysed hearts of people aged 45-64 with no history of exercising regularly. Progressive ...

What is 'Aussie' flu and should we be worried?

Aussie flu or H3N2 is an influenza A virus that appears to cause more severe infections in young ...

Predicting mirror image of drug compounds can save money

Researchers developed an algorithm to test whether drugs are likely to undergo racemisation. Rac...

Woman receives bionic hand with sense of touch

First bionic hand with a sense of touch that can be worn outside a laboratory. Fitted to patient...

AI early diagnosis could save heart patients

Cardiologists analyse heartbeat scans incorrectly in one in five cases. False negatives send pat...

How long could we live?

What are the secrets of the superagers? Could drugs delay the diseases of ageing? Now scientist...

Haemophilia A gene therapy results 'mind-blowing'

Haemophilia prevents production of a protein needed to stop bleeding. Even the impact of walking...

Unnatural microbe can make proteins

Bacterium's DNA modified to incorporate six letters instead of four. E. coli bug could hold on t...

3 coffees a day 'may have health benefits'

But the health benefits are in the coffee - not that milk, cream and sugar you may be tempted to add

Cellink can 3D print human body parts

Currently growing cartilage and skin cells suitable for testing drugs and cosmetics. Within 20 y...

UK most overweight country in Western Europe

Britain has the highest obesity rate in Western Europe, increasing health risks

Airbubbl aims to clean air inside our cars

Cars trap nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and soot-like particles. Air intake ir near the exhaust of car...

Genetically modified skin in life-saving treatment

Junctional epidermolysis bullosa DNA lacks the instructions to stick epidermis to the dermis. Ge...

Marriage and close friends can reduce dementia risk

Quality of social connections are more important than quantity

10 charts that show why sleep is so important

Both short and long sleepers are more likely to live shorter lives. Not enough sleep associated...

UK population to pass 70m in 2029

According to the Office for National Statistics the UK's population is set to exceed 70 million i...

173 secret outbreaks of superbug MRSA in UK hospitals

Genomic sleuthing found undetected outbreaks in the east of England over just one year. Whole ge...

How a graphene tattoo could monitor your health

Graphene is more conductive than gold. So thin it allows the tattoo to wrinkle naturally with sk...

Three-fold difference in mortality rates by occupation

A Glasgow University study found people who work in factories and in construction have higher dea...

Magic mushrooms might be the future treatment for depression

A hallucinogen found in magic mushrooms can "reset" the brains of people with untreatable depression

UK-Dutch-built satellite to track air quality

Sentinel-5P is a UK-assembled and Dutch-designed satellite launched from Russia. It is an instr...

BBC app to investigate how flu pandemic spreads

The free app will anonymously collect vital data on how far users travel over a 24 hour period. ...

Owls hold secret to ageless ears

Birds are protected from age-related hearing loss. These are able to naturally repair damage to t...

Type 2 diabetes plan targets those at high risk

People with the highest risk of developing type 2 diabetes are being prioritised for places on NH...

NHS hospitals missing sepsis treatment target

Sepsis is a rare but serious complication of an infection. Without prompt treatment, it can lead ...

Should we embrace an enhanced future?

Do we all have the right to enhance our bodies as technology and pharmaceuticals will allow, or i...

Middle-aged told to walk faster

Public Health England urge people between 40-60 to start regular brisk walks. 10 minutes a day ...

Killer robots - third revolution in warfare

100 leading robotics experts are urging the United Nations to take action. A fully autonomous we...

Fat but fit' still risk heart disease

The research in  European Heart Journal claims that people who are overweight are at increased ri...

Armageddon shop and what does it include

Preppers like to keep it secret, because of the fear of becoming target in extreme situation

Do moisturisers really work?

Moisturisers do help by supplying water to the skin and trapping it there. Key ingredients in mo...

Meet the film-maker with the camera eye

Rob Spence is blind in one eye. Nine years ago he replaced his eye with a tiny video camera. It...

Rises in UK life expectancy levelling off

Life expectancy has been rising for decades, but has recently slowed. We were living an extra 2-...

When your body becomes eligible for an upgrade

What will happen when humans decide to become robots? Sensors give prosthetic legs an awareness...

Scan finds heart's ticking time bombs

Inflammation is linked to the build-up of unstable plaques in blood vessels. This inflammation c...

Coffee drinkers live longer - perhaps

Three cups of coffee a day may boost longevity and reduce heart and gut disease risk

Spreading cancer caught on film

Technology will help explain the deadly process of cancer spreading. Metastatic cancer is rarely...

First hints Parkinson's can be stopped

Current drugs help manage the symptoms, but do not prevent brain cells dying. Patients given dia...

Middle-aged workers 'spend more time sitting than pensioners'

More than seven hours a day of sedentary time increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers

3D printed bionic hands trial begins in Bristol

World's first clinical trial of 3D printed bionic hands for child amputees. Sensors attached to ...

Washing hands in cold water 'as good as hot'

Washing hands with hot water doesn't kill more germs. Study compared 20 people using water at 15...

Ultra-tough antibiotic to fight superbugs

US scientists have re-engineered the antibiotic vancomycin. Appears to be a thousand times more ...

Fitness trackers poor at measuring calories burned

Accuracy of seven wrist devices were tested while walking, running and cycling. Most devices mea...

Smartphone ‘orders’ body to treat diabetes using optogenetics

Smartphone used to control blood sugar levels in mice with diabetes. Mice were genetically engin...

Experts excited by brain wonder-drug

Drug may stop all neurodegenerative brain diseases, including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. ...

‘Healthiest hearts in the world’ found

Tsimane people in the forests of Bolivia rarely signs of clogged up arteries – compared to 25% of...

Fruit and veg: For a longer life eat 10-a-day

Eating up to 10 portions of fruit and veg daily could cut premature death risk by 31%

Life expectancy: 120,000 numbers in just four minutes

Fascinating data visualisation of life expectancy for 200 countries over 200 years. Charts life ...

Scientists communicate with Locked-in patients

People with locked-in state cannot move a single muscle, but their brains are fully functional. ...

‘Huge leap’ in prostate cancer testing

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in British men Currently men with high prostate specif...

Sedentary lifestyle in older women ‘ages body cells’

Research on 1,500 women aged 64 to 95. Those who spent many hours sitting and exercised for less...

Artificial intelligence predicts when heart will fail

Software learned to analyse blood tests and scans of beating hearts Studied 256 patients with pu...

We are vulnerable to flu epidemic in next decade

Bill Gates says the world is a bit vulnerable right now. Ebola and Zika crises showed the system...

Doctors use deep-brain ultrasound therapy to treat tremors

Patient suffered from uncontrollable tremors in his right hand. Used MRI guided focused ultrasou...

To take or not to take vitamin pills? That's the question

Following healthy diet has more benefits, than taking vitamin supplements

Antioxidants are not the elixir of life

Antioxidants most likely have little effect, but they could actually be harmful

76 year old lady signed up to be cryogenically preserved

Costs around £28,000 for whole body cryonic suspension

Dementia - a fatal diagnosis

Dementia causing diseases can be fought through research, it isn't an inevitable part of ageing

Sore throat sufferers urged to take pharmacy test

Sore Throat Test and Treat service will determine if an illness is caused by a virus or a bacteri...

Influence of the "first flu"

UK expert said 2 hemagglutinin could explain different patterns in flu pandemics

First flu affects lifetime risk

Research finds there are only two types of hemagglutinin protein on surface of influenza A virus....

Scouts and guides provide mental health boost for life

Study finds scouts or guides have better mental health in later life. 15% less likely than other...

First-time neurotechnology has restored locomotion in primates

An implant that beams instructions out of the brain, restores movement in paralysed primates

Giant air cleaner unveiled

Envinity Group has unveiled a large outside air purifier that can clean about 800,000 cubic metre...

Herr Watson will see you now

IBM’s AI system will attempt to solve some complex medical cases in Germany. Watson will be base...

Woman diagnosed with HIV after 30 years

In 2013, the British HIV Association recommended that patients be offered an HIV test on registra...

OMEGA-3 oils in salmon: past, present and the future

Levels of beneficial omega-3 oils in farmed salmon have fallen significantly in the past 5 years

Taste for high-fat food in our genes

Some people are genetically wired to prefer the taste of fatty foods One in 1,000 people carry a...

Record number of centenarians in UK

Number of people aged 100, or over, has quadrupled over the last two decades. Also a 6-fold incr...

Fitness trackers don’t promote weight loss

Activity trackers that count steps did not improve the chances of losing weight in 2 year study. ...

Robot operates inside eye in world first

Surgeon controlled robot via a joystick to remove a membrane one hundredth of a millimetre thick....

Obesity link to cancer not well known by public

Three out of four people are unaware being overweight increases the risk of developing 10 differe...

Health apps to inform patient records

Data from NHS approved health apps will feed directly into health records Jeremy Hunt : “we want...

Obesity has major effects on the brain

Brains of overweight people look "10 years older" than those of leaner peers

Sedentary behaviour and its long-term effects

An hour of brisk exercising each day can prevent the risks of early death

Carry an aspirin in case of minor stroke

Oxford University research finds people are 5x less like to suffer a major stroke shortly after a...

‘Heart attack risk’ for common painkillers

Risk could be greatest in the first 30 days of taking the drugs

Benefits of exercise outweigh air pollution

You breath more during exercise – so what if the air you’re breathing is polluted? Cambridge Uni...

First step towards autonomous robotic surgeons

Unmanned Star robot has been used to stitch together a pig’s bowel. Other systems (e.g. da Vinci...

Secret of youthful looks in ginger gene

DNA mutations that protect the body from UV radiation can also lead to red hair. Study Erasmus U...

What will President Obama’s cancer ‘moonshot’ achieve?

The cancer moonshot is a $1bn (£710m) injection of cash intended to bring a decade’s worth of adv...

Lab-grown skin sprouts hair and grows glands

Took cells from gums and converted them into induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). Crafted ski...

Supercomputer simulates whole-body blood flow

Uses a 3D representation of every artery that is 1mm across or wider. Compares extremely well wi...

How bad is UK air pollution? (VIDEO)

Market towns as well as big cities regularly breaking EU nitrogen dioxide limits. Problem simila...

Japan population shrinks by one million

0.7% fewer people than 5 years ago. By 2060 about 40% of its citizens will be sixty-five or olde...

Shocking sugar levels in High Street hot drinks

Some drinks contained more than 20 teaspoons of sugar. 98% of the drinks tested would receive a ...

Doctors 3D-print ‘living’ body parts

Sections of bone, muscle and cartilage all functioned normally when implanted into animals Blood...

Modified white blood cell cancer treatment has unprecedented success

90% of terminally ill patients treated went into remission. Leukaemia patients’ own white blood ...

Polluted air causes 5.5 million deaths a year

Most of these deaths in rapidly developing economies. In Beijing or Delhi PM2.5 levels can be 10...

Over-65s in England living longer than ever before

Latest figures released by Public Health England. At 65 men can expect to live for another 19 ye...

Being unfit at 40 accelerates brain ageing

Heart health can affect brain health in later life. Study of 1,583 people showed that those who ...

No safe way to suntan

New NICE guidance warn that any tan is bad for you due to risk of skin cancer. Existing tan prov...

Are fitbands the future of genetic research?

Cheaper DNA sequencing technology has provided a deluge of genetic data gathered from hundreds of...

3D models aid kidney transplant toddler

Even before we can print organs 3D printing is helping surgeons. 3D replicas of three-year-old a...

UK is ‘vulnerable’ to next Ebola outbreak

Science and Technology Committee says gaping hole in the country’s ability to manufacture vaccine...

Cancer study aiming to end chemotherapy

First patients have their DNA analysed in massive study. Includes three sisters who developed br...

Hawking: Humans at risk of lethal ‘own goal’

Nuclear war, global warming and genetically-engineered viruses are among the scenarios. Science ...

Praise for ‘sleep-protecting’ phones

Phones produce large amounts of bright, blue-spectrum light that damages the body’s ability to sl...

Surgeons label 3D printing technology ‘revolutionary’ (VIDEO)

Cyclist lost jaw in an accident. Rebuilt using bone from shoulder and titanium metal plate. Use...

Bacteria resistant to antibiotic of last resort found in UK

Colistin resistant bacteria discovered on three UK farms and in samples of human infections. Pre...

Cancer: lifestyle risk or just bad luck?

New study published in Nature concludes only 10-30% of cancers were down to “luck”. A January re...

Welsh government digital health plan

Welsh government five-year NHS strategy includes: virtual appointments and consultations Access...

Life expectancy: Is the party over?

Higher than expected death rates among older people in 2012 and 2013. Last year, flu vaccination...

World on cusp of ‘post-antibiotic era’

Common infections would kill once again, surgery and cancer therapies under threat. Bacteria fou...

Armband translates gestures to control a drone (video)

Augmentation without surgery – Thalmic Lab’s Myo armband. 8 electromyographic detectors (measure...

Prescriptions: Automation comes to medication

St Mary’s hospital, Isle of Wight trialling UK first automated pharmacy 1. Ward doctor prescribe...

Consumer 3D printer used to create human tissue (VIDEO)

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University develop new method to print soft materials – such as ...

Dutch cyclists have longer lives

University of Utrecht finds that cycling 74 minutes per week increases life expectancy by 6 month...

Self driving humans!

BBC reporter wears some electrical nerve stimulation patches. They’re for physiotherapy but also ...

Lab-grown kidneys work in animals

Jikei University School of Medicine in Tokyo grew kidneys, drainage tube and bladder from pig and...

Targeted choice of antibiotic for urinary tract infections

New mini DNA sequencing device can detect bacteria directly from urine samples four times more qu...

Hospital computer predicts death with 96% accuracy

Super computer at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA, collects and analyzes patient...

Test shows how old your body really is

Biological age determined from signature of 150 genes’ behaviour. Can predict longevity and cogn...

Clinical trials for new class of anti-biotic

Better and faster than best currently available drug for Clostridium difficile. Strathclyde Univ...

Blood test detects cancer relapse

DNA mutation of individual tumour analysed when removed. Regular tests then searched for unique D...

People working long hours are more likely to have a stroke

Tip: if this is you, consider monitoring your blood pressure

Alcohol increases the risk of cancer

Study of more than 100,000 adults. clearest link was for breast cancer in women and current or e...

Ebola vaccine 100% effective

No new cases in 2,000 close contacts when vaccinated immediately compared to 16 cases if vaccinat...

5 distinct prostate cancers identified

250 prostate cancer samples studied – 5 distince genetic variations identified with different agg...

Bionic eye implant world first

Previously only tested on rare eye conditions Second Sight’s Argus II implant has now been succes...

70 year study tracks lifestyle and disease

5000 people selected for study in 1946, over 2000 still taking part. Project able to track affect...

Genetic test for ‘familial’ heart risk extended

Blood tests to be offered to close relatives of people found to have familial hypercholesterolaem...

Single test identifies past exposure virus infections –

Another step closer to instant diagnosis from a pin prick of blood. Average human have 10 infect...

EU Excess caffeine health warning

Limit yourself to five cups of coffee a day

Brain-reading implant controls arm

“Two tiny sensors were implanted into his brain to monitor the activity of around 100 neurons.” –...

Elderly people who exercise live five years longer

Norwegian study shows people doing three hours of exercise a week lived around five years longer ...

Robotic tentacle targets keyhole surgery

Lack of rigid skeleton allows it to bend, stretch and switch between flexible and rigid states. A...

Prostate cancer drug ‘extends lives’

Overall, patients who received the drug lived 10 months longer, but for patients where the cancer...

Men ‘catching up’ on life expectancy

Closing the gap on women. By 2030 men will be living 85.7 years on average compare to 79.5 in 201...

Most countries not protecting antibiotics, says WHO

the globe is heading into a “post-antibiotic era” in which much of modern medicine becomes imposs...

Court orders UK to cut NO2 air pollution

29,000 early deaths a year in the UK from air pollution – more than obesity and alcohol combined

‘Mystery disease’ kills 18 in Nigeria

Sir Muir Gray: “It’s about health span not life span”

Video interview

Watson Health to diagnose health data from smartphones and fitness trackers

IBM and Apple team up

Antibiotic switching ‘evades bacterial resistance’

Research suggested that new way to combat drug resistance could be switching between two antibiot...

Antibiotic resistance: 80,000 ‘might die’ in future outbreak

Two in five might die.

Fit middle-aged men ‘at lower risk for some cancers

Very fit men in their late 40s are less likely to get lung cancer and colorectal cancer than unfi...

Rapid blood test to ‘cut antibiotic use’

A new blood test can help doctors tease out whether an infection is caused by a virus or bacteria...

Newcastle University is developing a microchip implant for the brain to create bionic eye

Lung cancer breath test trialled

Clinically trials planned for this year

Smart insulin hope for diabetes

Automatically turns itself on and off to maintain correct blood glucose levels. The study was pu...

C-Brace computer-controlled leg brace helps people with partial paralysis

‘Half of UK people’ will get cancer

Analysis suggests that one in two people in the UK will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in...

Higher death rate ‘driven by flu’

Drug-delivery pioneer wins £1m engineering prize

India swine flu outbreak ‘kills 75’

The H1N1 virus, which causes swine flu, first appeared in Mexico in 2009 and rapidly spread aroun...

Game-changing antibiotic find (teixobactin clears MRSA on mice)

The decades-long drought in antibiotic discovery could be over after a breakthrough by US scienti...

Bionic eye enables woman to see again (video)

Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) caused patient to lose vision. No cure available. 3x3mm chip implanted...

Life choices ‘behind more than four in 10 cancers’

Stephen Hawking warns artificial intelligence could end mankind

Prof Stephen Hawking, one of Britain's pre-eminent scientists, has said that efforts to create th...

Med diet ‘keeps us genetically young’

Mediterranean diet linked to staying genetically younger, study finds

NHS plans ‘kitemark’ for health apps

Google is developing cancer and heart attack detector

circulating nanoparticles monitored with a wrist-worn sensor.

Antibiotic resistance rise continues

Largest ever robot fleet will map the UK’s oceans

British scientists are hoping robots will be able to give the most detailed picture yet of life d...

UK centenarian numbers on the rise

The number of centenarians in the UK has more than quadrupled in the past 30 years, according to ...

Melon headband measures electroencephalographic (EEG) activity in real time

Smartphone technology revealed at the British Science Festival could help diagnose and treat Parkinson’s disease.

Smartphone technology revealed at the British Science Festival could help diagnose and treat Park...

Bionic pancreas in successful human trial

Mimics a real pancreas by delivering both insulin to lower blood sugar and glucagon to raise it.

Eating tomatoes may lower the risk of prostate cancer, research suggests

Eating tomatoes may lower the risk of prostate cancer, research suggests. The study was publishe...

Ekso bionic suit: Robotic exoskeleton helps people to walk again

Gene therapy: ‘Heart-healing virus’ trial starts

‘Proof’ Boots Protect & Perfect Intense Beauty Serum beats wrinkles

Scientists say they have clinical proof that a face cream available on the high street does reduc...