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Statins could be good for your prostate

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Statins could lower prostate cancer risk in men.

Plea for plain cigarette packaging in the UK

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Blank packaging on cigarettes to help make smoking less alluring.

Hypertension Treatment Could Reduce Alzheimer�s Risk

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Hypertension treatments could lower dementia risk.

Switching To Purple Majesty Could Lower Your Blood Pressure

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Purple potatoes could help lower high blood pressure.

Vaccine For Chlamydia Might Be A Future Possibility

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A breakthrough by researchers could help with the development of a future vaccine for chlamydia

Oestrogen Could Prevent Stroke In Prematurely Menopausal Women

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Oestrogen could lower stroke risk in women under 50 experiencing menopause.

Good Cholesterol Can Lessen Cardiovascular Disease Risk In Diabetes Patients

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Increasing HDL could lower heart attack risk in diabetes patients

New Premature Ejaculation Treatment Could Be Available Soon

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New premature ejaculation completes phase III trails successfully

Familiarity Is Reason Behind Children Finding Some Snacks More Filling

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Kids believe that snacks they are familiar with are more filling

Smokers More Likely To Suffer From Strokes, Study Reveals

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Smoking increases your chance of suffering from a stroke, a new Canadian study has revealed.

25-Year International Study Reveals Alarming Statistics For British Workers

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A 25-year study has shown that 80% of British works are either overweight or have a long term illness.

Pfizer Begins Lawsuit Over Cheaper Viagra in Russia

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer is set sue competitor over patent infringement for Viagra and the prospect of a generic being sold unlawfully in Russia.

Possible Link Between Hypertension and Cancer Discovered In Study

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has indicated that people with high blood pressure may be more at risk of developing fatal cancers.

Anti-Obesity Medications To Be Reviewed By EU Regulators

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Anti-obesity medications that contain the active ingredient orlistat, which includes Xenical, are to be reviewed by the European Medicines Agency amid safety concerns.

Memory Significantly Affected By Smoking, Study Demonstrates

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has shown that people who smoke are significantly less able to remember everyday details than those who do not smoke or who have stopped smoking.

Start Of National Cholesterol Week Marked By Study

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has warned that people often do not take high cholesterol as seriously as they should, with the majority never having taken a cholesterol test.

Older Population Need More Information On STIs, Study Shows

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Older women feel uncomfortable discussing sexual health and are not receiving adequate information, study shows.

Genetic Basis For High Blood Pressure Uncovered

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Genetic strains linked to blood pressure identified as part of a large international study.

Study Shows Text Messages Can Help Improve Oral Contraceptive Use

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New study from the United States demonstrates that receiving daily text messages increases the chance of a women continuing to take their contraceptive after six months.

Smoking Brings Female Mortality Rate More In line With Males

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The gap between life expectancy of male and females in Ireland is narrowing as a result of smoking.

Fizzy Drinks - The Real Threat To Weight Loss, According To New Report

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

50% of the entire US population consume at least one can of fizzy drink every day of their lives, according to new data.

Jamie Oliver Calls For A Movement To Tackle Obesity

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Jamie Oliver, the celebrity chef, recently addressed a conference and talked about the worldwide obesity epidemic.

New Herbal Remedy Could Help Alleviate Herpes Symptoms

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New research reveals new use for plant found in mainland Europe and Asia to treat the herpes virus.

Mini-Pill Offers More Than Protection From Pregnancy

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The degenerative effects of an eye condition called retinitis pigmentosa can be reversed by the active ingredient in the mini-pill.

Films that Encourage Smoking Net Huge UK Tax Credits

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Research released from Imperial College London shows massive UK tax credit claims from foreign film production companies which produced films promoting smoking.

Man Jailed For Passing On STI To Previous Lover

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A man has been sentence to 14 years in prison for knowingly passing on the genital herpes virus to a former lover.

Weight Gain Hits Men And Women At Different Stages During And After Marriage

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New research shows that women put weight on after marriage and men after divorce.

Bladder Cancer Risk Now Higher For Women Smokers In The US

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New US based research shows that women are at a greater risk of developing bladder cancer than 10 years ago.

Can you be healthy and obese?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Body Mass Index (BMI) may be a misleading calculation of ones health and life expectancy.

Erectile Dysfunction Could Be Brought On By �Partner Betweenness�

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

You could be increasing your chances of developing erectile dysfucntion if your wife or girlfriend has a better relationship with your male friends than you do.

Exercise Could Be The Key To Achieving Smoking Cessation Success

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Resistance training could be the key to helping smokers give up, a new study reveals.

Female Smokers Face Increased Heart Risk Dangers Compared To Men

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Women smokers are 25% more likely to develop heart disease than men.

Weight Loss Could Help Alleviate Problems With Erectile Dysfunction

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Losing weight can help men with impotence problem, a new study reveals.

Smoking Early In The Morning Likely To Increase Chances Of Developing Cancer

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Smoking within 60 minutes of waking is likely to increase the chances of developing cancer, a new study reveals.

Is Willpower The Real Factor With An Obesity Problem?

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

There is more to losing weight than obesity alone, a new report suggests.

Influenza Vaccine Can Help Mothers Protect Their Newborn Babies

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Mothers vaccinated against the influenza virus are unknowingly helping to protect their unborn babies.

New Study Provides Another Reason Why Smoking Is So Difficult To Quit

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New research highlights a dangerous protein which makes giving up smoking so difficult.

Antioxidants May Provide Value In Addressing Erectile Dysfunction

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New study finds link between antioxidants and erectile dysfunction

Overweight British Women More Prone To Cancer Than Their European Neighbours

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Obesity amongst women can be attributed to higher cancer rates, according to a new study

New Influenza Study Could Provide Hope For A New Universal Treatment

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The discovery of a new flu antibody offers hope for a new universal treatment.

Prostate Surgery Can Lead To Varying Degrees Of Sexual Dysfunction

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Prostate surgery may lead to impotence and sexual health problems, according to a new report

Cyclists At Risk Of Impotence And Erectile Dysfunction

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Excessive cycling could cause problems for your sexual health, new study reveals

Advances In Science Showing Real Progress In Contraception For Men

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New safe, effective and reversible male contraception is not far off as scientists show new found interest in development in the area.

Caffeine Could Prevent The Onset Of Baldness

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A surprising relationship between caffeine and baldness has been reported by the American Hair Loss Association.

Young Black Women In The US Are More Vulnerable To Herpes

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Youn black women in the US more likely to develop herpes in the US.

Obesity Is Proven To Be An Avoidable Cause Of Breast Cancer, Claims New Study

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Controlling weight can help women avoid breast cancer, claims new study.

Teen Exposure To Second-Hand Smoke May Lead To Hearing Loss

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Passive smoking and hearing loss in teenagers may be linked, study suggests.

Soy And Milk Protein Could Help With High Blood Pressure, New Study Reveals

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Soy and milk protein could be missing link to high blood pressure problems, new study reveals

Herpes On The Increase In Scotland, New Figures Reveal

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Genital herpes shows a sharp increase in Scotland, new figures reveal.

Report Warns of Potential Obesity Dangers Facing The US

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

More is required if the US is to save itself from an obesity epidemic, researchers conclude.

Male Contraception Pill Offers New Hope For Men

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Would men really consider taking a contraceptive pill?

Further Evidence Of The Dangers Of Secondhand Smoke Uncovered

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Children are more likely to develop neurobehavioral disorders if they are exposed to secondhand smoke, a new study has suggested.

New Exercise Guidelines Issued For Under-Fives By Department of Health

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The Department of Health has released a series of guidelines advising parents on how to make sure their children are sufficiently active.

CDC Revises Recommendations For Hormonal Contraceptives In The Postpartum Period

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Recommendations for the usage of combined hormonal contraceptives have been revised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States.

Iceland May Ban Cigarettes Except On Prescription

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A proposal is being considered in Iceland that would make it illegal to purchase cigarettes except on prescription.

New Study Finds Link Between Bad Gums And Erectile Dysfunction

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Chinese study uncovers a possible link between erectile dysfunction and the gum infection periodontitis.

National Childhood Obesity Week Well Under Way

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The second National Childhood Obesity Week began earlier this week with school and family events to raise awareness about childhood obesity.

Australian Pharmaceutical Company CSL Warned By FDA Over Child Flu Vaccine

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Pharmaceutical company CSL has been warned by the FDA that it may have its licence to distribute Fluvax, a flu vaccine, withdrawn in the United States.

Councillor Proposes Britain�s First Town Smoking Ban

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Stony Stratford is the first town in Britain to consider enforcing a ban on all public smoking.

Scottish Study Suggests Non-Smoking Women More Likely To Be Obese

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A long-term Scottish study has indicated that women who do not smoke have a higher chance of being obese than those who do smoke.

New Erectile Dysfunction Cream Vitaros Accepted For European Review

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New impotence treatment Vitaros may soon be made available in Europe.

Calls To Quit Smoking Line Soar After FDA Announcement

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

State helplines set up to help smokers wanting to quit in the United States are reporting increased numbers of callings following an FDA announcement about plans for cigarette packets.

Junk Food Ads Should Be Banned, U.S. Paediatricians Urge

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has warned that junk food advertisements contribute significantly to the obesity epidemic.

Facebook Game To Teach Young Canadians About Safe Sex Launched

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A game named 'Sex Quest' has been launched on Facebook by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC).

Flu jab Should Be Available For All Children Under Five, Academics Recommend

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Oxford academics propose that all children under the age of five should receive the flu vaccine to save "thousands" of lives.

British MP Proposes a Smoking Ban in Cars with Children

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Alex Cunningham, Labour MP, proposes a smoking ban that will target adults who smoke in cars with children present.

Police In China Detain 52 People In Fake Drug Crackdown

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Police in China have seized a number of pills including fake Viagra and have detained 52 people as part of their crackdown on counterfeit drugs.

Research Suggests Junk Food May Damage Weight-Control Brain Cells

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New American study offers insight into the effect of diet on the brain.

Worries About Sexual Performance May Lead To Infidelity

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study suggests that men and women who are concerned about their sexual performance are more likely to cheat on their partners.

New Anti-Smoking Campaign Introduced In The EU

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The European Commission has unveiled plans for a three year anti-smoking campaign for the European Union

Overweight Teens Face Greater Risk Of Cancer In Later Life, Study Suggests

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New research suggests that being overweight as a teenager increases the risk of dying from cancer later in life.

Swedish Study Finds No Link Between Oral Contraceptives And Weight Gain

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A study in Sweden has indicated that taking contraceptive pills does not lead to an increase in weight.

Pfizer Attempts To Postpone Expiry Of Viagra Patent

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The company that created Viagra, Pfizer, is taking part in court proceedings to try to protect the Viagra patent until 2019.

�Captain America� Actor Chris Evans Is Going Bald

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Chris Evans, the star of �Captain America� and �Fantastic Four�, has admitted that he is starting to lose his hair.

Extended Bottle-feeding Linked To Obesity In Children

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Study suggests that toddlers who still bottle-feed at the age of two have an increased risk of being obese by the time they reach school.

Universal Flu Vaccine One Step Closer

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A universal flu vaccine developed by scientists working with the biotech company VaxInnate has shown promising results in clinical trials.

Planned Parenthood Sues State Over Contraception Rights For Girls

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The organisation Planned Parenthood is suing the state of Montana because its low-income health insurance program does not provide birth control for teenage girls.

Prisoners In New Zealand Given Carrot Sticks To Stop Smoking

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A prison in New Zealand is offering carrot sticks to prisoners to help them to quit smoking as the prison prepares to ban smoking completely.

Footballer Wayne Rooney Undergoes Hair Transplant

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney has confirmed that he has had a hair transplant.

Parents Warned Against Giving Energy Drinks To Children

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A report published in the journal Pediatrics has advised parents against giving their children energy drinks and sports drinks because they are not active enough to burn off the calories.

Flu Vaccine Lowers Risk of Premature Birth

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Pregnant women who are vaccinated against the flu virus have a lower risk of giving birth prematurely, a new study shows.

New 100% Effective Birth Control Method for Men Trialled

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A one-off injection for men claims to be a 100% effective method of birth control that will last for 10 years.

World No Tobacco Day Observed

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Today marks the 23rd annual No Tobacco Day, organised by the World Health Organisation (WHO), to help and encourage those who smoke to quit.

Too Little Sleep For Young Children Can Lead To Weight Gain

Sat, 28 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study conducted has found that children between the ages of three and five who sleep less than the average 11 hours a night put on extra weight.

New Treatment For FSD On The Way

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New female sexual dysfunction medication Libigel nears the end of Phase III trials.

Number of Winter Flu Deaths Over 600 in 2010

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The number of people who died from influenza in the UK during the winter period is 602, the Health Protection Agency has reported.

Ban on Outdoor Smoking Comes Into Effect in New York

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new ban has been implemented across New York city to stop people smoking in public places such as Times Square and Central Park.

McDonald's Iconic Clown Urged to Retire

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A group of doctors, health professionals and campaigners for healthy eating are attempting to convince McDonald�s to retire its long-time mascot, Ronald McDonald.

Dangers of Chewing Tobacco Revealed

Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Poor labelling on chewing on chewing tobacco products is putting people�s health at risk, the BBC reports.

More Evidence Sleep Loss Promotes Weight Gain

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new European study has added to the body of evidence suggesting lack of sleep is linked to weight gain.

Contraceptive Pill May Offer Protection From Brain Aneurysms

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has suggested that taking contraceptive pills or undergoing hormone replacement therapy might protect women from suffering from a brain aneurysm in later life.

New Instant �Baldness Cure� Proposed

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Scientists are currently testing a novel new treatment for baldness which would involve injecting a pig bladder chemical in to the scalp.

Bayer Steps-Up Levitra Counterfeit Protection

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The pharmaceutical company Bayer has announced that its latest erectile dysfunction treatment, Levitra Orodispersible, features 120 anti-counterfeiting measures on its packaging, the majority of which are totally invisible to the eye.

World�s First Over-the-Counter Premature Ejaculation Spray Due to Launch

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new over-the-counter spray solution to premature ejaculation is due to launch later this month at the Annual American Urology Association Conference.

Obesity Screening Should be Started Between 2 and 5 Years Old

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine believe that BMI (body mass index) screening should be started with children between 2 and 5 years old.

Second hand Smoke Can Trigger Nicotine Cravings

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New research shows that second hand smoke has a direct, measurable impact on the brain, which can induce cravings for nicotine in ex-smokers.

New Levitra Packaging has 120 Anti-Counterfeiting Features

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

New packaging for a formation of the erectile dysfunction medication Levitra features no less than 120 anti-counterfeiting measures, Bayer has revealed.

Impotence Pill Consumption Rises 53% in Israel

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

According to a leading health service provider in Israel, the consumption of impotence pills in the middle-eastern nation rose from 53% between 2005 and 2010.

Are Older Oral Contraceptives Safer Than New Ones?

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has suggested that some forms of the oral contraceptive pill may be more likely to compare blood clots than others.

Laughter And Music May Prevent Impotence

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Enjoying yourself with friends, laughing and relaxing to your favourite music � these things are not only pleasurable but can actually help to lower your blood pressure, doctors believe.

Premature Ejaculation May Affect Sperm Quality

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Premature ejaculation could have an impact on sperm quality.

How Did Kate Middleton Lose Weight?

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

From the UK and Europe, to America and beyond, the world has gone royal wedding crazy in recent weeks. One of the biggest questions being asked by journalists and members of the public alike is �how did Kate Middleton lose weight�?

Few Realise They Have Genital Herpes

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Few people with genital herpes realise they are infected, according to new research.

Royal Wedding Beer Contains Viagra

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A beer that has been created to coincide with the royal wedding contains Viagra.

Do Tailored Anti-Smoking Messages Work Best?

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Cigarette packets in the UK must, by law, be adorned with stern general warnings to smokers. �Smoking kills� and �Smoking causes infertility� are just two grim, but very truthful, examples. Although these messages can work very effectively, can tailored anti-smoking communications have an even more significant effect?

Obesity Surgery Has Reduced Type 2 Diabetes: Study

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The UK�s first large-scale study into the benefits of weight loss surgery has shown positive results.

Ginseng and Saffron �Boost Sexual Function�

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A wide range of substances have been touted as aphrodisiacs in the past. Generally, there has been little scientific proof to back up these claims, but now a new report has shed some light on which natural substances �work� and which do not.

The Pill May Guard Against Disease

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The oral contraceptive pill may not only prevent pregnancy more effectively than any other contraceptive method; it may guard against deadly diseases and illnesses, too.

Microsoft Target Fake Viagra Firms

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Microsoft has targeted and shut down numerous fake-Viagra pedalling websites.

Sildenafil Helped Premature Baby To Start Breathing

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Doctors at a hospital in Israel successfully used sildenafil to treat breathing problems in a premature baby.

Shisha Smoking On The Rise?

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

It is believed that shisha smoking may be becoming more popular in the UK.

Sleep Helps Weight Loss

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Getting a decent amount of sleep can boost your chances of losing weight.

Viagra Turns Thirteen

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

It might be an unlucky number for some, but 13 years after it was approved by medical authorities, the impotence treatment Viagra is still immensely popular.

Risks of obesity surgery highlighted by new study

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Weight loss surgery is becoming increasingly common, but a revealing new study shows that a certain type of procedure is not always safe or healthy.

Obesity May Reduce Women's Chances of Becoming Grandmothers

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Obese women may be less likely to become grandmothers, according to a new study.

Electrical therapy may treat impotence

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Doctors have suggested that electrical therapy may be able to treat extreme cases of impotence, where conventional medical treatments such as Viagra or Cialis have not proven effective.

Most Irish Smokers Want to Give Up

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The vast majority of Irish smokers want to kick the habit, according to new research covering 20 European countries, commissioned by the drug firm Pfizer.

Emergency Contraception Discussed at Conference

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A virtual conference, hosted by the International Consortium for Emergency Contraception (ICEC), brought together more than 1,000 people to discuss issues such as international challenges regarding EC access, and whether EC can be used regularly.

Viagra Gum Will be Released in Mexico

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A Viagra gum will be released in Mexico on Monday (March 21st), Pfizer has revealed.

Research Could Lead to a Non-Hormonal Version of the Pill

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Pioneering new research, into the mechanisms behind pregnancy, has given scientists hope that they could develop a non-hormonal version of the oral contraceptive pill.

Obesity Harms Women's Sex Lives

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Being obese can impair women's sex lives according to new research.

School Athletes Exposed to Herpes

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Athletes competing in a high school wrestling tournament in America last month were exposed to herpes gladiatorum.

Smoke-Free New Zealand by 2025?

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The government of New Zealand has committed to the goal of making the country smoke-free by 2025.

Can Heat Therapy Treat Premature Ejaculation?

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Researchers from the University Hospitals Case Medical Centre (UH) in Cleveland, Ohio, will test whether a heat therapy can treat premature ejaculation.

Britain May Restrict TV Smoking

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The British government will consider stronger curbs on the portrayal of smoking on televisions shows, films and the internet.

Quitting Smoking May Be a Prelude to Lung Cancer

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study suggests that people may be more likely to quit smoking before they are diagnosed with lung cancer.

One in Five Finnish High-School Pupils Uses EC

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

One fifth of high school pupils in Finland have used emergency contraception, according to a new survey carried out by the countries� government.

Fewer Young Americans Having Sex

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

We tend to think of America as a sexually liberated nation, in comparison with Britain, where we have traditionally been thought of as more reserved in this area. But according to a new study, a new generation of Americans are far less inclined to have sex.

Passive Smoking Linked to Breast Cancer

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A study of 80,000 women has indicated that passive smoking increases the risk of breast cancer occurring.

Generic Valtrex Causes Drop in GlaxoSmithKline�s Revenues

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The increasing prevalence of generic Valtrex has been blamed for a drop in drug maker GlaxoSmithKline�s revenues.

Priligy Manufacturer Reports Revenue Loss

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The pharmaceutical company responsible for the premature ejaculation drug Priligy have reported a loss in revenue between 2009 and 2010.

Plant May Have Benefits for Genital Herpes Sufferers

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A flowering plant, found across mainland Europe and Asia may be an effective treatment for genital herpes, according to researchers.

One Third of Italian Youths Unhappy with Their Sex Lives

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A third of young Italians are unhappy with their sex lives according to a new study, which shatters the traditional image of the Italian �Casanova� and shows that alcohol and drugs are dampening love lives across the country.

Xenical Helped Ronaldo Lose Weight According to Former Coach

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Brazilian footballer Ronaldo took the prescription weight loss medication Xenical in 1999, his former coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo has stated.

Icelandic Border Authorities Confiscate Erectile Dysfunction Medication

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Border officials in Iceland have confiscated two large consignments of erectile dysfunction medication that criminals were attempting to smuggle into the country.

Obesity Alone Raises the Risk of Fatal Heart Attacks

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A new study shows that obese people are more likely to suffer fatal heart attacks than people of a normal weight � regardless of whether they develop �secondary� conditions related to excess weight, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes.

Teva seek over-the-counter status for Plan B in America

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The manufacturers of the emergency contraception drug Plan B have filed an application with the Food and Drug Administration in America, to see if the drug can be made available as an over-the-counter medication.

Herpes Dating Service Launched

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

People with herpes will be catered for by a Canadian dating website.

Erectile Dysfunction is a �Red Flag�

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Erectile dysfunction should be seen as a �red flag� of warning, argues Miriam Stoppard, a health journalist who writes for The Mirror.

Swine Flu Vaccine Linked to Narcolepsy?

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A possible link between a swine flu vaccine and the rare sleeping disorder narcolepsy has been discovered.

�Vegetable Viagra� under scrutiny

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Celery has been called a �vegetable Viagra�, but experts say snack is no substitute for real erectile dysfunction medication.

Emergency Contraceptive Scheme Leads to Fewer Abortions

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A district health board in New Zealand has found that providing emergency contraception to under-25 year olds, free of charge, has lead to a decline in the number of women having abortions.

Warning Issued about Herbal Slimming Pills

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The government has warned people against buying herbal Flos Lonicerae, an unsafe weight loss pills online that is otherwise known as �herbal Xenical�.

Smoking Linked to Brain Defect

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

American researchers believe a brain defect could explain why some people can't stop smoking.

Zac Efron Diets

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

He�s best known as the slim, handsome star of High School Musical, but Zac Efron is now dieting, in an effort to re-gain his slim physique.

Swine Flu Hits Britain Harder than the Rest of Europe

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Swine flu has been spreading faster in Great Britain than it has been in the rest of Europe, data from the World Health Organisation shows.

Australian Soldiers Warned Against Taking Too Much Viagra

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Australian troops have been warned against taking too much Viagra.

EU Gets Tough on Herbal Impotence Remedies

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The European Union will be getting tough on herbal impotence medicines, and traditional or imported remedies for other conditions, under new licensing laws.

Smoking Damages the Body in Minutes

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Cancer-causing chemicals form rapidly after the first inhalation from a cigarette, researchers from the University of Minnesota have found.

Pfizer Discovers Seven Fake Viagra Websites

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Drug manufacturer Pfizer has shut down seven websites selling counterfeit versions of its erectile dysfunction drug Viagra.

Gordon Ramsay Fights Baldness

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has undergone a hair transplant, in an attempt to reduce his baldness.

Weight Loss Surgery Can Worsen Impotence

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Weight loss surgery can make impotence worse for men � but can improve incontinence problems for women.

Levitra Survey Smashes Stereotypes

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A survey carried out by Bayer, makers of erectile dysfunction drug Levitra, has smashed stereotypes about nationalities� sexual practices.

One In Five Women Use Emergency Contraception

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

One in five women used emergency contraception in 2010, according to a new study.

Surgeon Defends Operation on �Britain�s Fattest Man�

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The surgeon who carried out weight loss surgery on Britain�s �fattest� man, Paul Mason, has defended the operation, arguing: �There was no other choice.�

Study shows how stop smoking drug Champix works

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Champix, the medication designed to help you quit smoking, may change the way that you react to seeing someone else smoke, according to a new study.

Ben Stiller Discusses Viagra Scene

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Ben Stiller has spoken out about a 'Viagra scene' in his latest movie, "Little Fockers".

Baldness Cure Could Arrive in Five Years

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A cure for baldness could be available in five years, Fox News has reported.

Emergency Contraception Use Expected to Rise Over Christmas

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

With Christmas just around the corner, office parties and festive celebrations are in full swing. Despite all the joy and merriment that happens at this time of year, there is a downside though: the number of people engaging in risky sexual encounters increases substantially.

Failed Impotence Surgery Leads to Court Case

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A man in Abu Dhabi has been compensated the equivalent of around £223,000, following a botched impotence operation.

Child Obesity �Staggeringly High� in Malta

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Childhood obesity is alarmingly high in Malta, new research from the EU suggests.

Smoking �Thins The Brain�

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Smoking cigarettes 'thins the brain' according to new research.

Teenagers Want to Learn more about Emergency Contraception

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Teenagers have responded to a survey carried out in Britain by saying that they would like to learn more about emergency contraception, and other sexual issues.

Emergency Contraception Denied to Male Customers at Walgreens

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Two male customers say they were denied emergency contraception at Walgreens pharmacy in the US, because their partners were not present. The firm has now come under criticism from civil liberties groups.

Impotent Man Sues Construction Firm

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A Saudi Arabian man is suing a construction firm, after an accident left him impotent.

In the UK, Viagra is Least Popular Among Scots

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

In Great Britain, Scottish and Northern Irish people are among the least likely to buy Viagra, a new survey suggests.

Obesity Causing Short Staffing on Britain's Maternity Wards

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Obesity causes short staffing on many of Britain's maternity wards.

Passive Smoking Linked to Hearing Damage

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Second-hand smoke has been linked to hearing problems.

Obesity Warning for Developing Countries

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Obesity rates are climbing in many developing countries, a new report warns.

Weight Loss Crystals on the Way

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Weight loss crystals will be released in parts of Europe next year.

Prince William is Going Bald

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Prince William has appeared in public with a drastically thinning hair line.

Viagra Film Met with Lukewarm Reviews

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Love and Other Drugs, a new movie about Viagra, has been met with mixed reviews.

Obese Children Suffer Adult Health Problems

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has shown obese children are developing signs which have only ever been seen before in adults with cardiovascular disease.

Champion Curler Admits Viagra Crime

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A champion paralympic curler from Canada has pleaded guilty selling fake Viagra and Cialis.

Poorer People are More Likely to Die from Smoking

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has shown poorer people are more likely to smoke and continue to do so than those living in wealthier communities.

Contraceptive Gel to Replace the Pill

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

New contraceptive gel has been developed making it a welcome alternative to the contraceptive pill.

Smoking Ban Passed in Spain

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A full smoking ban has been passed in Spain, which means the country now has some of the strictest anti-smoking laws in the world.

Viagra Spray On The Way?

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A 'Viagra spray' has passed through trials successfully, and is now being analysed by a major drug-testing body.

New Weight Loss Procedure Discovered

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

There is now a new weight loss procedure which is less less risky than other weight loss surgery and more cost effective.

Viagra Helps Mother Give Birth

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Viagra has helped an Indian mother to give birth, in the same year that the erectile dysfunction drug was credited with helping a British woman to keep her baby alive.

Rescued Chilean Miners Ate NASA diet

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The rescued Chilean miners ate a NASA diet before being rescued, to maintain a healthy weighty.

Cold Turkey is Most Popular Way to Quit Smoking

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

An Australian study has shown that cold turkey is the most popular way to quit smoking.

Smoking Chimp Dies

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A chimp who was famous for his smoking habit has died in South Africa.

Sleep Deprivation May Prevent Weight Loss

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Being sleep deprived can make it harder for you to lose weight, new evidence shows.

Smoking Cessation.. With Lasers?

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000

A company claims it can help people quit smoking, using lasers.

Call Centre Workers Sold Viagra

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Eleven call centre workers from the Philippines have been charged for selling Viagra and Cialis without a permit.

Anti-Smoking Woman Pushed onto Train Tracks

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A 59 year old woman in Kent was pushed onto the train tracks after asking a man to stop smoking.

Contrave Manufacturers Hope for Approval

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Contrave manufacturers Oxexigen are hoping their slimming treatment will be approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

Swine Flu Set to Hit Scotland

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Medical experts warn swine flu is set to make a return this winter.

Erection Problems Caused by Growth Hormone

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Human growth hormone, which experts fear could be used by cheating athletes at the Olympics, causes erection problems.

British Heart Foundation Urges Workers to Walk at Work

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

British Heart Foundation urges workers to walk at work to help reduce obesity rates

Viagra or Cialis 'Could Have Helped Train Attacker'

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A Canadian train attacker could have had his "problems solved" if he'd taken Viagra or Cialis, a forensic scientist has argued.

The Morning After Pill Fails to Cut Teen Pregnancy Rates

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Despite the increased availability of the morning after pill, teen pregnancies have not fallen as the government had hoped they would.

Exercise Prevents Obesity and Alzheimer's

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Exercise can reduce your risk of Alzheimer's according to new research. Exercises is already known as an important weapon to fight obesity.

Childhood Obesity Doubles in Spain

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Childhood obesity statistics have doubled in Spain in the last fifteen years.

Impotence Operation Carried Out For The First Time

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 12:34:13 +0000

An impotent British man has become the first person to undergo an erectile dysfunction operation that involves a metal stent.

Protesters Leave Giant Viagra Pill for Nick Clegg

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:13:05 +0000

Protesters have left a giant Viagra pill at the front door of deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg's house!

Babies Born to Smokers have Reduced Fertility Levels

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

New studies have shown that smoking damages the fertility of parents and unborn babies before they've even been conceived.

Are Erectile Dysfunction Adverts Shown Too Often and Too Early in the States?

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Female sexual dysfucntion treatment manufacturers believe that there is an imbalance between how accepted erectile dysfunction is compared to FSD!

Male Baldness No Longer Stigma

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A study by Debenhams has found that male baldness is no longer a stigma, and that older men are increasingly being seen as attractive by women.

Facebook Helping People to Kick the Habit

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:03:11 +0000

A number of people are using social media in order to help them in their efforts to kick the habit and quit smoking!

Reductil Could be Further Restricted in America

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 01:01:40 +0000

Controversial weight loss treatment sibutramine, known as Reductil or Meridia, is set to be discussed by experts in America concerning safety issues!

Over 45s Oblivious about Genital Infection

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Middle aged men and women are often clueless when it comes to using condoms, and protecting themselves against genital infection, the Family Planning Association is warning.

The Pill will be Offered to 13 Year Olds

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The birth control pill will be offered to 13 year old girls in British pharmacies from November.

Liam Gallagher is the Latest Celebrity to Quit Smoking

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

A close source has claimed that former Oasis front man Liam Gallagher has decided to kick the habit and stop smoking!

Hundreds of Pubs Close Due to Smoking Ban

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:21:51 +0000

A recent report has claimed that the smoking ban in Scotland has done more damage to pubs than the recession!

Can the Atkins Diet Kill?

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Low carb, high protein diets like Atkins may lead to early death, Harvard University experts have said.

Viagra Spam a Big Fight for Twitter

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:23:34 +0000

The social networking website Twitter is fighting back against Viagra spammers who frequently hijack the site.

Weight Loss Harmful for Health?

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Researchers from America have argued that long-term weight loss can lead to illness.

Dissolvable Levitra Approved in Europe

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Levitra orodispersable, a new dissolvable version of the drug, has been approved by the European Commission.

Obesity Surgery Turns in to Nightmare for Bucks Man

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

A man from Newbury who had weight loss surgery has advised others to lose weight and tackle obesity through other ways after surgery complications.

'No Side Effects' of Morning After Pill

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Most women experience no side effects from the morning after pill, a new study from India has indicated.

Brits are Encouraged to Quit Smoking in Time for �No Smoking Day�

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Smoking charity, No Smoking Day have launched the date for this year's campaign. Smokers will be encouraged to kick the habit by the 9th of March 2011!

Stopping Smoking Services Working In Britain

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Stopping smoking services have helped thousands of people kick the habit in Britain over the last year, new NHS figure reveal.

Greece Encourages Public To �Quit Smoking And Win Life�

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

A smoking ban in Greece hopes to increase the amount of people who quit smoking. 42% of the country are currently smokers!

Stem Cell Scientists May Have Found Baldness Cure

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Scientists trying to find a way to help burns victims may have stumbled upon a baldness cure.

�Impotence Solution� Coffee Launched

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:56:31 +0000

A coffee that claims to double up as an impotence solution has been launched in the UK.

Exercise Is A Simple Genetic Obesity Cure

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Many people are more likely to be obese because of their genes. A new study has revealed that is an obesity solution for people with 'fat genes'!

Swine Flu Vaccine Tested Following Sleep Disorder Fears

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A swine flu vaccine is being investigated after several cases of narcolepsy have occurred in patients who received the influenza treatment.

David Cameron Has Male Pattern Baldness

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The British Prime Minister, David Cameron, is experiencing male pattern baldness.

Irish Pharmacists Call For Improved Availability For The Morning After Pill

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Irish pharmacists have called for the morning after pill to be made readily available for patients over the counter!

Viagra Manufacturer Could Sponsor Monumental Flagpole

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The largest flagpole in North America, that will be erected in Toronto, is set to be backed financially by Viagra manufacturer, Pfizer!

Personal Tragedy Clinic Aims To Help People Quit Smoking

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:15:25 +0000

A former smoker is aiming to help people quit smoking in Derbyshire through revealing her tragic experiences with smoking!

Genital Herpes Cases on the Rise in The UK

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

New figures released this week have revealed that the rates of genital herpes and others stds are increasing in the UK!

Asparagus And Artichoke Could Be Helped To Fight Obesity

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:53:39 +0000

A new study has looked in to how certain foods can help fight obesity and diabetes!

Quit Smoking To Help Fight Impotence - Study

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A new study has revealed a new link concerning smoking and impotence. The study found that quitters experienced better sex lives!

Weight Loss Operations Causing Controversy

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:40:47 +0000

Many people in the UK are undergoing weight loss surgeries. This has caused controversy owing to the price of the treatments to the tax payer!

New Law Helping Teens Quit Smoking

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:57:30 +0000

The amount of teenagers smoking has fallen since the legal age of smoking has risen from 16 to 18!

Contraceptive Pill Increases Size Of The Brain

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A recent study has revealed that certain parts of the brain grow due to the contraceptive pill!

Weight Loss Shows Pointless, Says Professor

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Reality TV shows about weight loss are 'pointless', according to Professor Paul Gately.

Balloons Save Prostate Cancer Victims From Impotence

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:22:13 +0000

Doctors have devised a new method of helping prostate cancer sufferers to avoid impotence, using balloons.

102 Year Old Smoker Dies

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:28:18 +0000

The oldest smoker in the UK has died, at the age of 102.

Parents in the North-East are Encouraged to Quit Smoking

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

It has been revealed that 84,000 children in the North East are affected by passive smoking! A new campaign has been forward to combat this issue!

"Intelligent Diet" Research Hopes To Conquer Obesity

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:07:00 +0000

Scottish scientists believe that further research in to our diets may lead to more advanced weight loss supplements!

Overindulging Is Big Factor in British Obesity

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:45:26 +0000

The rates of obesity continue to be an important issue in the UK. A new survey has revealed that many Britons are overindulging!

Viagra Linked to Illegal Coach Firm

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 11:34:57 +0000

Large quantities of Viagra were discovered by British police, when they raided 2 houses of suspected money launderers.

People in Japan Continue to Quit Smoking

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Smoking levels in Japan continue to drop! A record low amount of smokers has been revealed!

Calls for Calories to be Printed on Menus

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:36:31 +0000

Restaurants and pubs may be forced to print the nutritional content of their food on their menus! Many in the industry are against the plans!

Smoking Can Lead to Breast Abscesses

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:20:25 +0000

A new study has revealed that women who smoke run a higher risk of suffering from painful abscesses!

Top Reasons for Quitting Smoking Revealed

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 09:54:31 +0000

A study by Pfizer has revealed that pivotal moments in life provide the greatest incentive to quit smoking.

Robbie Williams Quits Smoking

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 12:37:15 +0000

Robbie Williams marked his marriage last weekend by pledging to give up smoking. The star previously smoked 60 cigarettes per day.

Gail Porter Seemingly Wins Alopecia Battle

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Gail Porter Wins Alopecia Battle!

Tobacco Chief Quits Smoking

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:25:12 +0000

The chief executive of British American Tobacco, one of Britain's largest cigarette manufacturers, has given up smoking, it has emerged.

Further Risks for Obese Mothers

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:53:47 +0000

New research this month has highlighted further issues for obese mothers in that they risk suffering with lactation problems. Obesity affects 1 in 4 people to date.

Men �More Disturbed by Impotence than Premature Ejaculation�

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A psychologist from Malaysia has spoken out about premature ejaculation, insisting that the problem is less daunting for men than impotence.

Child Nutrition Act Passed By Senate

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 14:26:36 +0000

The child nutrition act has been passed in order to tackle childhood obesity! $4.5 billion is set to be invested!

Use Your Brain to Give Up Smoking

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 13:03:33 +0000

Mental training can help you give up smoking, researchers from Yale University have discovered. During research they found that smokers who thought about the long term effects of the habit were more likely to quit.

Viagra Could be Used to Treat Sick Children

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A new form of Viagra that treats children with a rare lung condition could soon be made available.

Gastric Band Hypnotism Helps Mother Lose 4 Stone

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:37:40 +0000

Hypnotism helps mother lose an amazing four stone!

Could Influenza Threaten Japan�s Age Record?

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Women in Japan live longer than those in any other nation, but the government has cited swine influenza as a possible threat to this record.

Overweight Flight Passengers Should Pay for Two Seats - Survey

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Obese plane passengers should pay for two seats. This was the consensus of a new survey into overweight passengers.

Viagra Linked to Divorce

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:42:47 +0000

Viagra can lead to marital break-up, a new report argues.

Katherine Heigl uses Electronic Cigarette to Kick the Habit

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 07:18:02 +0000

Katherine Heigl has been spotted using one of the most modern, and increasingly common, forms of smoking cessation tool to kick her 7 year tobacco addiction.

Obese Pregnant Women More Likely to Give Birth Prematurely

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:48:48 +0000

Women who are obese are encountering increasing difficulties with regards to fertility and pregnancy experts claim.

Extent of China�s Impotence Problem Revealed

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 06:48:31 +0000

Impotence is exceptionally common among Chinese men, a new study has revealed.

Westminster Clamps Down on Rogue Impotence Ring

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:25:58 +0000

Westminster Council has shut down a Harley Street Clinic after receiving complaints about aggressive selling tactics and misleading information.

Eating for Two During Pregnancy Raises Obesity Risk

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Pregnant mothers are at risk of becoming obese after pregnancy if they follow the age-old saying and �eat for two�, a new study has discovered.

Anti-Smoking Laws Could be Reversed in Britain

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:10:38 +0000

According to reports, plans are in place to overturn anti-smoking legislation in Britain. Initial plans were set in motion by the Labour party last year. However, fresh talks would indicate that proposed bans on vending machines will be thrown out.

Obesity Linked with Memory Loss

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:28:44 +0000

We all know that being overweight or obese can harm us physically. According to a recent American study though, weight problems can also affect us mentally. The study suggested that being overweight could harm your mental capacity later in life.

Study Finds Top Ways to Quit Smoking

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 04:59:43 +0000

After a study of numerous successful quitting stories, statistics revealed 7 methods that each proved to have profitable effects in the difficult process. If aspiring quitters followed a handful of these guidelines, it would make the task all the more easier.

Hugh Hefner Calls Viagra 'God's Little Helper'

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

In the New York Times this week, Playboy Magazine boss and much documented womaniser Hugh Hefner spoke about his reliance on Viagra - or as he calls it, "God's little helper."

Can Ultrasonic Waves Cure Impotence?

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 07:17:12 +0000

It has been established for 12 years, ever since Viagra was first approved, that impotence drugs can help to get blood flowing to men's penises and help them enjoy healthy sex lives again when they have been impotent. Now in a scientific study that seems more like something from a science fiction movie it has been shown that shockwave treatment can also offer a long-term solution for restoring a man's virility.

Obesity Surgery Can Tackle Hunger

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:11:15 +0000

The popular weight loss procedure, Gastric Bypass, heavily restricts the �drive to eat,� Reuters Health reports.

Conservatives Scrap Funding For Health Campaign

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:46:39 +0000

Alongside piles of cuts in public spending, Conservative leaders have scrapped funding for controversial anti-obesity campaign, Change4Life.

Get Free Dental Care When You Quit Smoking!

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:34:58 +0000

Dentists in South England have vowed to provide free dental care to those who�ve quit smoking. The programme, developed by NHS Eastern and Coastal Kent�s Stop Smoking Service, has so far willed 10 dental centres to participate.

Sleep Disorders Linked to Weight Gain in Middle-Aged Women

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:01:26 +0000

Middle-aged females suffering from sleep disorders are more likely to endure weight gain, a study suggests.

Smoking Banned in Oktoberfest

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 07:49:10 +0000

Voters have instated a smoking ban into this year�s Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. Beer guzzling punters will now be forced to put down their drinks and trudge outside the tents for their much-needed cigarettes.

The WHO Tweets About Swine Flu

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 01:00:00 +0000

The health body had found itself at the centre of controversy; owed to the Council of Europe�s declaration that swine flu was an �unjustified scare�, manufactured by the WHO and other government agencies.

Finasteride for Prostate Cancer

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Ever since a series of trials were first evaluated by experts in 2008, there have been calls for the drug Finasteride (commonly sold as the hair loss treatment, Propecia) to be used more often to prevent prostate cancer. There is evidence that it can help to avert a number of cancers, in fact.

Obesity May Raise Kidney Stone Risk

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Obesity may raise your risk of developing Kidney stones, a new trial published in the Journal Of Urology has revealed this month.

When Does Impotence Become A Problem?

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Impotence treatments are now widely available. So is impotence still a problem for modern men? Because impotence often underlies more serious health problems, the answer is yes.

Smoking Accelerates Ageing

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Although the ageing process is natural, it�s perfectly reasonable for us for to worry about looking old. It is therefore well worth remembering that smoking certainly won�t do your skin any favours. In fact, smoking will age you quicker than anything. You only have to look at the face of someone who has smoked all their lives to see the effects. But that is only telling part of the overall story. Smoking doesn�t only make you look older � it actually accelerates the ageing process, scientists believe.

One in Seven Men Suffer From Baldness

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Extensive research by three leading international organisations � drug firm GlaxoSmithKline, McGill University in Canada and Kings College, London � has found that one in seven men are predisposed to baldness.

Study Links Prostate Cancer Treatment With Impotence

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A survey from the US indicates that a higher proportion of men who undergo keyhole surgery to treat prostate cancer will suffer from impotence and other complications, in comparison with men who undergo more invasive operations.

Experts Uncover Link Between Obesity And Asthma

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Asthma affects 300 million people around the world, many of whom live in developing countries. All too often, it goes undiagnosed.

Europeans Spend Billions on Counterfeit Medications

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Every year, Western Europeans buy 10.5 billion Euros-worth of drugs from illicit sources ($14.3 billion). The huge scale of the problem was revealed in a survey sponsored by the drug company Pfizer. Many of these drugs were fake, substandard or contained potentially harmful ingredients.

WHO Announces a Peak in Swine Flu Cases Next Winter

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Speaking at a recent press conference, the World Health Organisation flu expert, Keiji Fukuda, explained that swine flu levels could rise next winter.

Painkillers May Double The Risk Of Impotence

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000

It has been revealed that taking a daily dose of painkillers can double a man�s risk of impotence. This includes over-the-counter medications such as Ibuprofen and Paracetamol, which are commonly used to treat headaches and other body pains.

Can Dieting Cause Hair Loss?

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A range of factors contribute to baldness and, unfortunately, there is not always anything that can be done to avoid the problem. Predisposed baldness is often a factor because the condition is commonly subject to genetics.

Impotence and Infertility: Are they Linked?

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Impotence and infertility: two health problems affecting millions of men around the world. Yet despite their prevalence, many doctors are warning that men are confusing the two conditions or not realising the impact they can both have.

Experts Identify Link Between Impotence, Depression and Coronary Heart Disease

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

As a direct result of new research conducted by Professor Brauch Mault of Tel-Aviv University, experts are now able to define a clear link between the sufferers of coronary heart disease and the symptoms of erectile dysfunction, along with depression in men.

Xenical in Short Supply

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

A long established pharmaceutical journal, has conducted a survey showing that pharmacies in the UK are "very concerned" about not being able to source certain medicines � with weight loss pills Xenical cited as the drug that is most often out of stock.

Is Male Pattern Baldness Linked to Stress?

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Male pattern baldness is a condition that affects a large proportion of the male population. A study that was conducted by Maryborough in Australia was able to prove conclusively that the prevalence of mid frontal hair loss was prone to increase with age, and that it also affects around 57% of the female population and 73.5% of men aged 80 and over.

Health Fears Concerning Weight Loss Surgery

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Despite growing popularity, fears are emerging that weight loss surgery could be more risky than previously thought.

Health Risk of Smoking During Adolescence

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Many people are tempted to smoke during young adulthood, either through choice or peer pressure. While it is understandable that this happens, serious health risks are associated with taking up the habit so young. Supporting this, new research from Greece appears to point to a direct link between mental health problems and smoking in adolescents.

Is there a Link Between Obesity and Depression?

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Experts have warned that the strong links between obesity and clinical depression are being ignored. A recent study, published in the British Medical Journal, found that common mental disorders were associated with an increased risk of obesity.

A New Study Answers the Old Question, Why Flu is Common in Winters

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000

A new study looks into yet another cause of frequent occurrence of flu infection in winter season. US researchers at the National Institutes of Health carried out a study to reveal the causes for high occurrence of flu in winters.

Bird Flu Situation Serious in Asia

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Asian nations are having a tough time in fight against bird flu outbreak.

Bangladesh on High Alert After Rise in Bird Flu

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Bird flu has gripped more than half of the 64 districts of Bangladesh in less than a year. This has threatened the livelihood of millions of people, who are dependent on the poultry industry. This also results in high food prices.

Smoking Ban Has Resulted Decrease in Cases of Heart Attacks in Italy, Says Study

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000

The number of cases of heart attacks has reduced after smoking was banned in Italy . This is reported by researchers in a study.