Brain scans can detect autism in babies at six months
A team of researchers in London have discovered that autism can be indentified in babies by simply analysing their brain activity
Global Hospitals - Abbie Smith
Heart attack deaths halved in less than 10 years in UK
It is thought efforts to encourage people to live a healthier lifestyle have been a great success
Oral HIV screening is as effective as HIV blood tests
The revolutionary 'OraQuick HIV 1/2' saliva swab test has an almost 100 percent success rate
Cholesterol-lowering statins can help to treat cancer
Scientists have found that a daily dose of statins can help to prevent cancerous tumours from growing and spreading around the body
The G-spot in women might not exist, say scientists
A team of scientists have reviewed 100 medical studies from the past 60 years but could not find conclusive evidence of the G-spot's existence
Vaccine for meningitis B will be available by Spring
It is hoped the new vaccine, which protects children and teenagers against meningitis B will be available for patient use in the Spring
Citroen advert banned after causing epilepsy symptoms
The Advertising Standards Agency has banned Citroen's DS4 'Yes Men' advert after viewers complained it brought on symptoms of epilepsy and even caused epileptic fits
Sterimar Isotonic nasal spray recalled by MHRA
Fears over bacterial contamination has seen two batches the Sterimar Isotonic nose spray removed from sale
Officials warning about London 2012 disease spread risk
Experts in public health have warned mass crowds, such as those that will be seen at the London 2012 Olympics, have the potential to start a disease epidemic
Popular cosmetic chemical found in breast cancer tissue
Parabens are widely used in everyday toiletries such as deodorants and face creams and are also present in food stuffs
