Over 40 per cent of Irish adults have a mental health disorder, while more than one in 10 have attempted suicide, according to a recent study. The research, conducted by Maynooth University, Nationa… [+1930 chars]
USING the scales is often as far as many of us go with keeping an eye on our bodies. But those dreaded numbers only tell you a fraction of the story. These are five simple checks that will run the … [+4997 chars]
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) have jointly issued a comprehensive set of data standards to help clarify definitions of the cardiovascular (CV) and … [+4755 chars]
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have linked resistance to treatment for a deadly form of kidney cancer to low mitochondrial content in the cell. When the researchers increased the mito… [+2894 chars]
ORLANDO -- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) that puts patients and those around them at risk can be minimized by early recognition and treatment or referral to a specialist, according to a primary care … [+6743 chars]
WE use our feet every day to get from A to B so when they don't feel right, it's something most people take note of. It's important to look after your trotters as medics say spotting some persistent… [+3496 chars]
What usually makes you sneeze? For most, it's typically dust, pollen, or some other unwelcome invader. However, for a subgroup of people, exposure to bright light can launch an onslaught of sneezes. … [+6412 chars]
by Dr. Alcy R. Torres, American Academy of Pediatrics Q: I've been told my son may have Tourette syndrome. What exactly is this and how worried should I be? A: Tourette syndrome is a nervous system … [+4543 chars]
DAVINA McCALL could not believe it when two US neuroscientists told her hormone replacement therapy might reduce the risk of dementia and she was not the only one. In the presenters Channel 4 docume… [+5701 chars]
Late-life dementia is becoming increasingly common in people after 80 years of age. A new long-term study has shown a simple and common scan can reveal if people are at increased risk of developing … [+4481 chars]
An aging population and accompanying retirements will cause a significant physician shortfall of 55,000 to 150,000 by 2030, creating a gap in the healthcare system. Expanding the role of autonomous r… [+2515 chars]
CHICKENPOX can be uncomfortable especially for little ones. As a parent, you want to make sure they are as cosy as possible whilst easing their symptoms. 1 Chickenpox can be uncomfortable for litt… [+4402 chars]
