March 2009 News
Napping ''increases type 2 diabetes risk'' Hormones that stop insulin working properly can be activated by napping. Taking regular lunchtime siestas could increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, according... Read more »
Lifestyle and Cancer Rates Each year thousands of UK cancer cases could be prevented through better diet, less alcohol and weight management The Daily Telegraph has reported. The statement is based on a ... Read more »
Alcohol plans set to be unveiled Plans to set minimum prices for alcohol are expected to be unveiled by the governments top medical adviser. Chief Medical Officer for England, Sir Liam Donaldson, will publi... Read more »
Cervical Cancer Screenings Soar Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in women under 35 but the vast majority of cases still occur in older women. Around 3,000 women are diagnosed with the disea... Read more »
Universal Over 40s Health Checks A mass programme of health checks for over-40s in England will be launched this week, with ministers promising it will save 650 lives a year. Every five years, those aged 40... Read more »
