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Cure for male baldness near, says Japanese researchers

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:54:55 +0100

It�s good news for bald men and women, as Japanese researchers have successfully grown hair on bald mice, sparking new hopes of a cure for male pattern baldness.

London 2012 Olympic adverts might fuel obesity, says UCL expert

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 07:27:23 +0100

Health campaigners are concerned that telly ads during the London Olympics can make people susceptible to consuming unhealthy fast foods.

Government's obesity strategy failing, says GPs

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:22:30 +0100

Doctors in the UK have launched an anti-obesity campaign to battle Britain's junk food problem as they attack the Coalition Government's obesity strategy.

Erectile dysfunction goes deeper than first expected

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:35:44 +0100

According to a recent study, vasculogenic erectile dysfunction is a tell-tale sign of more vicious and harmful atherosclerotic cardiovascular (CV) events.

Obesity risk higher in shift workers, says study

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:50:39 +0100

Shift workers stand at increased risk of developing obesity and high blood sugar, warned a new American study.

Greater Manchester gripped in obesity pandemic

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:31:54 +0100

Cases of obesity are increasing at a rapid clip in Greater Manchester, incurring a hefty financial burden on the local people, reveals a medical report.

Study connects the dots between obese mothers and autistic children

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 03:33:50 +0100

According to a new US study funded by the National Institutes of Health, obesity during pregnancy can up the risk of giving birth to an autistic baby.

Childhood obesity in Lincolnshire rising faster than England

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 07:18:59 +0100

Childhood obesity is on the rise in Lincolnshire, as more than 9% of children starting school in reception year in the county have a body mass index (BMI) above the normal level.

CT scans affect obese people adversely

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:33:36 +0100

Radiation can have a far worse impact on internal organs of obese people, unveils a new American study.

Flu claims lives of care home residents

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:42:24 +0100

Flu outbreak caused six deaths in the last two weeks at Nazareth House, Fahan, near Buncrana, with the most recent occurring on Monday.

Erectile dysfunction diagnosis linked to migraine headaches

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:35:45 +0100

New study by researchers from National Taiwan University's College of Medicine finds a surprising connection between migraine headaches and erection problems.

Dieting in pregnancy ups obesity and diabetes risk in babies

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 03:25:53 +0100

Babies of mothers, who diet around the time of conception, may be more vulnerable to obesity and type-2 diabetes later in life, warned the researchers from the University of Manchester.

Cancer Research UK Find Obesity fuels kidney cancer risk

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:46:32 +0100

Being overweight or obese significantly increases the risk of kidney cancer risk, warns a new study by Cancer Research UK.

Swine flu vaccine may cause narcolepsy, says a new study

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:26:12 +0100

British researchers blame swine flu vaccine for a sudden increase in cases of narcolepsy among schoolchildren in Finland, reports The Independent.

Blood sugar control more effective with obesity surgery

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 07:40:41 +0100

Obesity surgery can be helpful for keeping tabs on diabetes, say researchers from the Cleveland Clinic.

The pill won�t make you fat, says Swedish study

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 06:35:46 +0100

The oral contraceptive pill does not cause weight gain, confirm researchers from the Sahlgrenska Academy of University of Gothenburg.

UK food firms help tackle obesity by cutting calories

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 03:57:41 +0100

Major food companies in the UK like Coca-Cola, Subway and Tesco have promised to cut calories in their products.

Government warns over potential diabetes scare

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 06:23:02 +0000

Exposure to everyday materials, including plastic bags, can lead to weight gain and diabetes, warns a new study.

Female sexual dysfunction tied to headaches

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:58:13 +0000

A new Italian research suggests that headaches could be behind female sexual dysfunction.

Five silent sex life killers

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 02:38:35 +0000

Experts from different parts of the globe list five factors that can cause sexual dysfunction.

Oral contraception not to blame for HIV risk

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:15:55 +0000

Fresh study claims that use of oral contraception lowers the risk of contracting HIV infection in sexually active women.

Circumcision linked to reduced genital herpes risk

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 06:25:30 +0000

French researchers have found that cutting the foreskin at the shaft of the penis can significantly lower the risk of genital herpes infection and transmission.

Brits prefer weight loss surgery over slimming pills

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 07:11:43 +0000

According to NHS reports, overweight or obese Brits are resorting to slimming pills to cut excess body fat.

Ex-Olympian pledges to public to quit smoking

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 06:30:31 +0000

Ex-Olympic swimmer Chris Cook urges the people of Tyne and Wear to give up smoking on this year's No Smoking Day.

Confirmation that orlistat is safe for use in weight loss

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:37:16 +0000

The European Medicines Agency has ruled out the possibility that orlistat causes more harm than good.

Weaning babies on finger foods may cut obesity

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 06:40:49 +0000

A new British study reveals that children who are spoon-fed during weaning have a higher risk of obesity compared to those who are finger-fed.

Smoking epidemic in Ireland a worry for cancer authorities

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 06:21:30 +0000

An increasing number of Irish women are becoming addicted to tobacco smoking and putting their lives at risk of developing terminal illnesses, learns the Irish Examiner.

Sugar not the sole assassin of healthy living

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 07:13:19 +0000

Fructose doesn't have as fattening an impact on health as it is sometimes made out to have, says a new study.

Smoking cannabis puts drivers in the danger seat

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 06:38:35 +0000

Smoking cannabis is a risk-behaviour automobile drivers should refrain from, say researchers from Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Taiwanese study links eczema with erectile dysfunction

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:13:43 +0000

A new Taiwanese study suggests that men who suffer from eczema are at increased risk of developing erectile dysfunction compared to other men.

Pistachio nuts beneficial for male sexual health, claims novel study

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:20:04 +0000

Pistachio nuts can help men reclaim their lost sexual vigour, says a group of Turkish researchers from the Ataturk Teaching and Research Hospital, Ankara.

Chocolate not ruled out as weight loss catalyst

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:19:08 +0000

Citing a new Israeli study, the Telegraph reports that chocolate, when consumed in the morning, can aid in weight loss.

Contraceptive pill a remedy for female sexual dysfunction?

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:16:42 +0000

Use of combined oral contraceptive pills following laparoscopic surgery can help treat sexual dysfunction in women suffering from deep infiltrating endometriosis.

Weight loss surgery commonplace in the UK

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:15:39 +0000

The number of people seeking weight loss surgery is increasing steadily in the UK, reports one of the top tabloids.

New study unveils link between the flu and Alzheimer�s

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:14:34 +0000

The flu may cause severe brain damage, eventually leading to Alzheimer's, warns Harvard Medical School professor Dr Ole Isacson.

Obesity ups the chance of urinary tract infection

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:10:56 +0000

Weight gain can increase the risk of urinary tract infection (UTI) in males and females, say researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland.

Supply of weight loss drug disrupted due to quality issue

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 06:21:28 +0000

Pharmaceutical company Roche has temporarily withdrawn Xenical from the market, following a safety issue with the weight loss drug.

Study puts obesity on the brain

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:15:19 +0000

Researchers from the University of Cincinnati say biological factors could be behind England's obesity crisis.

Men taking antidepressants may end up infertile, says sex therapist

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:32:35 +0000

Frequently prescribed antidepressants are linked to lowered sperm count and sperm motility, according to sex therapist Dr Madeleine M Castellanos.

Influenza cases incomparably low in the UK this season

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:59:00 +0000

The number of flu outbreaks in the United Kingdom is reportedly the lowest this year, according to the Health Protection Agency.

Walk the dog to prevent weight gain during pregnancy

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:46:55 +0000

Women who are canine lovers can steer clear of weight gain in pregnancy by taking a stroll with their pets daily, says new study.

Obesity remains Plymouth�s longstanding health and financial issue

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:24:57 +0000

This is Plymouth reports that the number of overweight or obese people in Plymouth is increasingly rapidly, much to the concern of the local health officials.

Expanding obesity rate due to stomach microbes

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:55:36 +0000

Scientists from the Yale School of Medicine have suggested that weight gain could be linked to microbes in the stomach.

Is female sexual dysfunction a medial myth?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:57:40 +0000

Female sexual dysfunction might be more of a sensationalised phenomenon projected by medical sciences than reality, claims a University of British Columbia student.

Patent protection for impotence medication extended by 6 months

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:12:36 +0000

Pfizer Inc. has been granted an additional six months to hold exclusive patent right for Viagra, reports the Wall Street Journal.

Mutation in fatty gene can cause obesity, says new study

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:28:22 +0000

New research links obesity and liver disease to gene mutation.

Is watermelon the new Viagra?

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:53:04 +0000

Researchers from the Fruit and Vegetable Improvement Centre in Texas, Arizona have suggested that watermelon can have a beneficial impact on male sexual function.

Welsh government bans smoking in family cars

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:38:25 +0000

The Welsh government issues a smoking ban in family cars as part of the nationwide campaign against the harmful health consequences of smoking on children.

Croydon emergency contraception plan putting women at risk

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 07:27:07 +0000

According to a news report by the Croydon Advertiser, the number of repeat abortions in Croydon is higher than that elsewhere in the country.

A weight problem shared is a weight problem halved

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:59:22 +0000

It helps to share your weight problems with a friend who is also looking for someone with whom he/she can share his/her weight loss goals.

Communication key to treating premature ejaculation, says expert

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 05:45:35 +0000

According to Dr Laura Berman, medical treatments cannot fully treat the problem of early ejaculation, men should communicate with their partners for a better performance in bed.

Hair loss a seasonal disorder?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 06:37:33 +0000

According to hair restoration specialist Dr Robert Leonard, people might also lose their hair with the turn of seasons.

Impotence treatment cost meets political criticism in Ireland

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:23:15 +0000

As reported by Irish Times, A senior HSE West Forum official has severely censured the public health authorities for lashing out on Viagra and other erectile dysfunction treatment meds.

Sexual distress not an indicator of female sexual dysfunction

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:35:20 +0000

According to the journal Psychological Medicine, sexual distress may not necessarily be a diagnostic indicator of female sexual dysfunction.

Hip size an indicator for metabolic rate amongst other weight issues

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:39:52 +0000

According to the International Journal of Epidemiology, the link between obesity and weight-related issues can be revealed by taking waist and hip size into consideration.

Rate of sexual infections surges among elderly

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:47:13 +0000

A new study reveals that the rate of sexually transmitted diseases and infections has doubled over the past decade.

Impotence drugs safe for stable heart patients

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:37:02 +0000

According to an American Heart Association study, stable heart patients can safely use erectile dysfunction drugs.

Obesity causes pain, says the Stony Brook study

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:08:54 +0000

Overweight or obese people feel more pain than those with a healthy body mass index, say researchers from the Stony Brook University.

Scientists cite sugar sale regulation to control obesity rates

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:31:13 +0000

American researchers have suggested that sugar sales should be regulated for pulling down obesity rates.

MRI scanner a breakthrough in obesity diagnosis

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:40:13 +0000

A double-strength MRI scanner at the Clinical Imaging and Research Centre at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is expected to ease off weight loss treatment.

Teen mums think they�re immune to pregnancy, says new study

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:49 +0000

A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that use of oral contraception is relatively lower in sexually active teens, compared to matured women.

Nutrition policy expert suggests ways to deal with obesity

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:48:24 +0000

Noted nutritionist Prof Jack Winkler says abolishing the 'pricing parity' between sugared and sugar-free soft drinks might help bring down the increasing obesity rates in the UK.

Ultrasound can be the future male contraceptive, says new study

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:19:38 +0000

The journal Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology reports that ultrasound zap can reduce sperm counts and hence, can be used as a male contraception in the near future.

Emergency contraceptive pill found effective for fibroids

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:11:25 +0000

According to the two studies published in the New England Journal of Medicine, a daily dose of ulipristal acetateis effective for shrinking uterine fibroids and controlling the heavy uterine bleeding.

Smartie-sandwich last straw for self-regulated school meals plan

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:52:00 +0000

NHS authorities have introduced healthy meals for free at elementary schools in Lincolnshire, reports the Huffington Post.

Godfather of birth control pill to speak at American university seminar

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:21:28 +0000

Carl Djerassi, known as the father of the birth control pill, is to speak at a university programme in America on Thursday, Feb 2, 2012.

Physical activity may enhance erectile function in young men

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:14:30 +0000

Regular exercise can boost sex life of men aged 40 or less, finds a new study conducted by American researchers.

New rule to make flu shots mandatory for doctors

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:37:53 +0000

The Medical Advisory Committee to ask doctors, dentists and mid-wives at London, Ontario hospitals to get flu jabs.

Risk of obesity higher in mums with more than one child

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:30:21 +0000

According to a new research, multiple births can increase the risk of obesity in women and their sons.

Doctors� weight may influence obesity diagnosis

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:23:51 +0000

A new study conducted unveils that overweight doctors are less likely to diagnose obese patients compared to physicians of a normal weight.

Images of arterial plaque failed to motivate smokers to quit

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:57:20 +0000

According to a new study, showing images of arterial plaque to the smokers doesn�t improve quit smoking rates.

Viagra the secret ingredient to longer-living vegetation

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:34:47 +0000

David Domoney, famous TV gardener uses Viagra to give bloom to the drooping flowers, reports the Huffington Post.

H5N1 flu research put on hold for 60 days

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:45:00 +0000

Research on the transmission of the H5N1 influenza strain has been stopped for 60 days, reports Medscape.

Child weight problems may be fathers� fault, says new study

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:36:51 +0000

According to the reports of International Journal of Obesity fathers may be responsible for the weight problems in their children.

Efforts to curb teen smoking in full swing

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:51:45 +0000

According to the Lutterworth Mail, a school in Leicestershire is helping its students quit smoking.

Rheumatic arthritis a warning for men with erection problems

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:23:55 +0000

New research suggests that men suffering from rheumatoid arthritis have higher risk of developing erection problems.

Fat tooth accountable for weight problems and obesity

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:06:58 +0000

A newfound protein molecule can make some people more addictive to fatty foods compared to others, finds new study.

Influenza caused by change in weather conditions?

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:37:26 +0000

La Nina, an oceanic weather condition, could precede the onset of influenza, predict researchers from Columbia University, New York.

UK anti-obesity organisation trashes dieting myths

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:09:48 +0000

There is no way you can ignore diet if you want to slim down, reiterates weight loss expert Alison Crawford.

Cold sores an early spring problem?

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:47:12 +0000

Cold sores can rear its ugly head during spring, warns a new American study on sexually transmitted diseases.

Contraceptive pill use might ease menstrual problems, says study

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:33:03 +0000

Fresh study sheds light on the merits of contraception for non-contraceptive use, reports MSN Health.

Emergency contraception iPhone application targeted at teenagers

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:31:36 +0000

A new mobile app might be helpful for teenagers to become more aware of contraceptive means and dangers of unsafe sex.

Rat poison found in impotence drug

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:15:32 +0000

Swedish authorities have seized 6,500 illegal drugs one of which is found to contain a substance commonly used in rat poison.

Overweight Brits sent to zoos for treatment

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:18:13 +0000

The NHS has started referring overweight and obese patients to zoos for weight loss treatment, reports the Mirror.

Is psoriasis a precursor for impotence in men?

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:34:52 +0000

A team of Taiwanese experts have found that men with a past history of psoriasis are at increased risk of developing erection problems.

New breakthrough could improve chances of obesity treatment

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:24:45 +0000

Regular exercise can trigger the production of an anti-obesity hormone that might help you fight the flab effectively and healthily, predicts new research.

Throat surgery not enough to stop Adele from smoking

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:47:25 +0000

Famous British pop singer Adele has once again been caught smoking despite her recent vocal cord surgery.

Australian medical professional talks on postnatal contraception

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:09:24 +0000

Top Australian family planning and sexual health specialist Dr Deborah Bateson discusses the contraceptive options women have to prevent rapid repeat pregnancy.

New hair restoration op promises to make baldness history

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:35:46 +0000

A new hair loss treatment called the ARTAS System could help men regrow hair permanently.

Mobile technology being studied as a weight loss aid

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:49:05 +0000

Experts have suggested that receiving text messages on mobile phone can help overweight and obese people become more aware of the importance of healthy eating and living.

Smoking cessation treatment may help beat early dementia

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:35:02 +0000

New research suggests that nicotine patches, one of the widely prescribed quit smoking treatments, might help beat mild memory loss in the elderly.

Google flu reports hailed by medical experts

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:05:47 +0000

Experts have said Google Flu Trends might be the best tool to predict the onset of influenza.

Upcoming movie inspired by sex surrogate woman

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:39:14 +0000

The San Francisco Chronicle reports that upcoming film 'The Surrogate' will be based on the life of sex surrogate Cheryl Cohen Greene.

International food giant goes online to fight pet obesity

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:55:47 +0000

Internationally acknowledged food products brand Nestle is about to launch a new website for helping pet owners tackle the growing problem of pet obesity.

Men on dialysis likely to develop erection problems, says new study

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:44:55 +0000

Men on dialysis have an increased risk of developing erection problems, reports Renal & Urology News.

Are mature women better equipped to reach sexual heights?

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 01:12:02 +0000

Women who are well past their youth could be having more fun in bed compared to the younger lot, suggests a new study on female sexual dysfunction.

Erection problems caused by penis tattoo

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:35:10 +0000

A 21-year-old Iranian man suffered from erection problems after making a tattoo on his penis, reports MSNBC.

NHS offers new help in quitting smoking

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:22:07 +0000

The NHS Trust at George Eliot Hospital, Nuneaton is planning to offer exhaustive help and support to people who want to quit.

Beer bellies tops list of insecurities for men

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:02:07 +0000

According to new study, 4 out of 5 British men are scared of developing beer bellies, reports BBC News.

233% rise in obesity treatment rate in southwestern England

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:11:09 +0000

Obesity rates in Devon have been increasing alarmingly in the past 3 years, reports BBC News.

Kicking the habit is Rihanna�s New Year resolution

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 03:56:18 +0000

Popular singer Rihanna wants to quit smoking in 2012, believing that it is just about time she should kick the habit.

English poet Lord Byron in celebrity dieter league

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:58:47 +0000

Famous English poet Lord Byron was amongst the earliest Brits to take up dieting as a means to stay fit, according to historian Louise Foxcroft.

Once-hopeful herpes vaccine fails in clinical trial

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:54:53 +0000

According to the new report, once-promising herpes vaccine has failed to show effect against herpes simplex-2 (HSV-2).

Fighting obesity the key to stronger knees

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:50:03 +0000

Early obesity treatment can cut the risk of developing knee problems in future, reports the online portal of Barchester Healthcare.

Alcohol fuelling unsafe sex amongst UK teens

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:30:34 +0000

Doctors from the Royal College of Physicians have expressed their concern over alcohol abuse amongst teenagers, saying that having sex under the influence of alcohol ups the risk of unsafe sex and sexually transmitted diseases.

Impotence pill creates unexpected backlash

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:56:50 +0000

The NHS decision to ration Viagra and similar ED pills has sparked controversy amongst men recovering from prostate cancer surgery, reports Oxford Mail.

Spain sets quit smoking example for 2011

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 07:42:00 +0000

According to the Xinhua News Agency, almost 60,000 Spanish people quit smoking in 2001 after the government had imposed a ban on smoking in public places early that year.

US hospital enforces new non-smoking employee policy from 2012

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 07:13:15 +0000

Authorities at a hospital in Danville, Pennsylvania have decided to implement a no-smoking hiring policy from February 2012.

Silence the enemy of erection problems, says Cialis manufacturer

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:46:02 +0000

There is no point keeping your mouth shut when you experience erection problems, experts warn, urging men to seek prompt medical help.

Medic throws light on possible FSD causes

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:34:49 +0000

Gynaecologist suggests mental and physical causes behind loss of libido in women.

Text-based sex education campaign introduced to schools in the USA

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:27:08 +0000

Text-based sex education services are going to be introduced in some school districts in the US.

Risk of breast cancer associated with contraceptive use

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:22:17 +0000

Breast cancer risk high in women with history of using contraceptive pills and non-breastfeeding.

Weight loss requires more than your daily five

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:12:15 +0000

New study claims that fruits and vegetables eaters are not immune to weight gain.

Sex advice spreads to locals in Lagos

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 04:04:46 +0000

Sex is best and most enjoyable when it's between partners who are married, opine sexual health experts.

Oestrogen therapy used in treating night sweats

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 02:44:19 +0000

New study claims that oestrogen therapy is an effective treatment for hot flushes.

H1N1 strain immune to Tamiflu sparks fear among experts

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 02:36:44 +0000

H1N1 resistant to Tamiflu is found to be spreading rapidly in Australia, reports MSN.

Eat healthy for a sharper memory, says new study

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 02:28:37 +0000

According to a new study, older people with high levels of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins B, C, D, and E in their blood do better in memory test compared to those with lower levels.

Colours on cigarette packs influence smokers

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:57:41 +0000

Many young smokers are tempted to smoke more depending on the colour of cigarette packs, says a new survey.

Hair loss theories shaken up by protein supplement claim

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:25:20 +0000

Using protein shakes can result in loss of scalp hair, claims a leading hair transplant surgeon from Western Australia.

Nurse honoured for spreading flu awareness

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:24:45 +0000

NHS awardee a nurse from Leeds for her efforts towards spreading awareness about flu vaccination.

Brits ignoring weight problems, says new study

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:09:06 +0000

New study reveals that four in ten overweight British consider themselves as healthy and ignore weight problems.

New rule on emergency contraception sparks controversy in China

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:01:46 +0000

New rule in China forces women to register their names and contact details before buying emergency contraception.

Viagra to the rescue for patients suffering from heart failure

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:29:01 +0000

Erectile dysfunction medicine Viagra can lessen the risk of diastolic dysfunction, reports the Telegraph.

Financial benefits of smoking cessation nailed down by Scottish survey

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:08:01 +0000

A person can save up to �2,500 a year by quitting smoking, estimates a public survey conducted by a Scottish non-profit organisation.

Lesbian act is the new trend for teenage girls

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 06:10:35 +0000

Report of the U.S. National Survey of Family Growth shows that number of girls having sexual contact with other girls is growing.

Is obesity making heartburn a household concern?

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:50:14 +0000

Obesity can up the risk of acid reflux, new study says, suggesting that those who are obese and experiencing heartburn should consider weight loss treatment.

Ireland to introduce further health warnings to cigarette packs

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:39:38 +0000

Irish government plans to introduce new regulations to curb smoking rates in the country, reports the Irish Times.

Alcohol to be blamed for rise in STIs

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:17:36 +0000

According to a new study, more a person drinks, the stronger their intention becomes to have unprotected sex.

Dietician lists healthy snacks for Christmas

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:09:29 +0000

Leading dietician advises overweight people to be careful while eating high-calorie food this Christmas.

Success of flu vaccine varies depending on time of day

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:01:10 +0000

New research proves flu shots more effective, if given to men in morning and women in afternoon.

This Christmas, make weight loss the best surprise of all

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:57:50 +0000

This Christmas might be the right time to let your loved ones know they are overweight and need to cut the extra fat.

Shocking revelation concerning female orgasm

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:48:32 +0000

US experts have found a striking similarity between female orgasm and the epileptic seizure.

Inactive lifestyle linked to erectile dysfunction

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:28:34 +0000

A sedentary lifestyle can risk men's sex lives in a big way, warns researchers from Emory University, Atlanta.

Obesity increases risk of fatality after oesophagectomy

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 01:59:08 +0000

According to a new study, chances of cancer recurrence and death doubles in obese patients after oesophageal cancer surgery.

Fake Viagra smuggler imprisoned for 13 months

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 01:54:19 +0000

Illegal immigrant jailed for 13 months for selling fake impotence treatment pills.

Bollywood actor to join no smoking club

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 01:48:41 +0000

Shahrukh Khan vows to quit smoking after Don 2, reports one of the popular English-language daily newspapers.

New study reveals men are more sexually active than women

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:02:29 +0000

Men are found to be more sexually active than women, according to a survey of 14,000 people of different ages.

NHS makes sexual health in young people top priority this Christmas

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:18:22 +0000

The National Health Service is offering emergency contraceptive help and support to young people ahead of the festive season.

Fat food franchises deploy online strategy to target children

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:01:42 +0000

Junk food companies are deploying ingenious ploys to lure young children into eating unhealthy foods, reports a leading UK broadsheet newspaper.

Quitting is easy with nicotine-free cigarettes, says new study

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:58:01 +0000

New study suggests that low-nicotine cigarettes are better smoking treatment compared to patches and gums.

Wonder pill to rival hormonal replacement therapy?

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:46:18 +0000

Italian scientists produced a new hormone pill that eases hot flushes and improves sex life.

Flu shots safe for nurses, assure experts

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:39:05 +0000

Flu shots are safe and effective and there is no reason for primary caregivers to not take them, say experts.

Premature drug trial sparks controversy in India

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:23:17 +0000

Indian doctors subjected mentally ill patients to trails of a premature ejaculation drug.

Isle of Man welcomes the New Year with a quit smoking incentive

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:20:25 +0000

The Isle of Man government is all set to introduce a new quit smoking service involving an hour's in-person counselling once a week.

Childhood obesity blamed on single-parent upbringing

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:57:32 +0000

Children belonging to single-parent households are more likely to develop weight-related problems compared to those brought up by both parents, finds new study.

Impotence diagnosis puts the willies up Spanish men

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:18:14 +0000

According to Spanish survey, 30% of men have at some point had erection problems and only 30% sought help.

FDA identifies fake impotence pill

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:15:00 +0000

The US Food and Drug Administration has cracked down on fake impotence pills along with male enhancement supplements, reports the Washington Post.

Oral contraception as safe as ever, say Saudi medics

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:08:47 +0000

Top Saudi doctors say oral contraception is as reliable as ever, urging sexually active women not to believe in rumours.

Pfizer to launch new slimming pill without side effects

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:07:58 +0000

A new diet pill which switches off appetite without any side effects will soon be available for sale.

Flu shots not blamed for sickle cell crisis in kids

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:57:53 +0000

Recent study reveals that influenza vaccines are safe for children suffering from sickle cell anaemia.

Would-be dads should stop smoking, recommends new study

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:50:45 +0000

Latest study suggests that babies whose dad smoked while their conception are at higher risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.

Male birth control pill to hit the shelves soon

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:35:45 +0000

Latest research finds a pill made from Gandarusa shrub to be an effective male contraception.

Flu linked to hair loss in men and women, says new report

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:16:59 +0000

Swine influenza can cost people their scalp hair to a condition called androgenic areata, reports Fox News.

Obese children banned from seeing parents

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:51:17 +0000

An obese kid from the Wearside area of Sunderland has been separated from family and taken into care because of weight-related problems.

Fake Viagra confiscated from Dubai mall

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 07:06:39 +0000

Dubai law enforcing officials on Tuesday seized fake Viagra pills along with several other sex medicines from a mall in the city.

Quitting smoking could mean less stress, says new study

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:48:07 +0000

New study brings good news for those thinking about quitting smoking, reports British tabloid the Daily Mail.

English children aged 10 -11 experiencing obesity crisis

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:00:36 +0000

According to the NHS Information Centre figures, obesity rates in children aged 10 and 11 is rising slowly in England.

Caucasian women concerned by psychological effects of obesity

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:44:09 +0000

The impact of obesity on Caucasian women is more psychological than physical, reports US News & World Report.

Chef cooks up sex diet recipe

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:23:58 +0000

Famous chef Giselle Achecar recommends a sex diet recipe that might help both men and women improve the quality of their sex lives.

Free emergency contraceptive pill drive lands BPAS in trouble

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:39:16 +0000

Jayne Overett, who works for Anglian Community Enterprise, criticises the BPAS free morning after pill campaign.

Decision to ration Viagra meets further criticism

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:34:29 +0000

The decision to restrict Viagra usage to just two tabs a month has met with strong criticism in Buckinghamshire.

Life starts after quitting nicotine

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:00:44 +0000

A new study claims that quality of life improves after smoking cessation.

Greek men no longer the god of the household

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:47:47 +0000

Almost one-third of Greek men suffer from premature ejaculation, Cyprus Mail reports, indicating that the cause could well be the altered gender roles prevailing in modern society.

High heels the right path to boost female sexual pleasure

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:31:48 +0000

Wearing high heels can be good for women's sexuality, says French footwear designer Christian Louboutin.

People caught smoking on hospital grounds to face stiff penalties

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:43:59 +0000

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is to ban smoking in three of its main sites from January 1, 2012, reports a local news publication.

Oral influenza treatment is the new flu jab

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:22:03 +0000

An experimental oral vaccine for flu is found to be effective in mice, reports a leading American news source.

Obesity affects memory and concentration levels

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:59:06 +0000

Weight loss treatment can boost your cognition, helping you remember tasks and improve concentration levels.

Medic advices prompt action for erectile dysfunction sufferers

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:20:39 +0000

Dr John Dean advices UAE men experiencing erectile dysfunction to consult a medical practitioner instead of buying impotence treatment pills online.

Animals hold the key to male pattern baldness

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 07:23:11 +0000

According to a recent study, male-pattern baldness may involve the same science that is behind animal shedding its coat at certain points of the year.

Lower breast cancer risk with a two-day diet

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 07:07:38 +0000

According to a new study, following a restricted diet for just two days a week can help reduce weight as well as cut breast cancer risk.

New condom by Durex promises to elongate sexual performance in men

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:09:46 +0000

Durex has invented a new condom called CSD500, which is believed to improve erection, boost stamina and increase penis size.

Unborn babies most vulnerable to influenza virus

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:45:17 +0000

Over 50% pregnant women in Rotherham put the life of their babies at risk by not taking flu shots.

Use of prescription drugs rising for obese adults, reports study

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:31:12 +0000

According to latest study, overweight adults were found to be popping more pills compared to the normal weight adults.

British children involved in stop smoking campaign

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:21:33 +0000

The NHS launches its new quit smoking drive involving children of people who smoke, reports the Star.

Nuns encouraged to go on the pill to dodge cancer

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:05:33 +0000

New study indicates that using oral contraceptive pills can significantly lowers the risk of developing cancer in nuns.

Flu vaccine hampers children�s natural immunity, warns new study

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:50:08 +0000

According to latest study, annual vaccination against influenza can affect children�s immunity against other viruses.

Dieting safe for obese pregnant women, unveils new study

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:32:32 +0000

According to the latest study, overweight pregnant women can diet without affecting the weight of infant.

Aging doesn�t affect sexual appetite, says sexuality counsellor Evelyn Resh

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:15:32 +0000

Renowned sexuality counsellor Evelyn Resh rubbishes the myth that aging lowers libido in women.

Fresh study links obesity with increased cancer risks

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:46:23 +0000

According to the British Journal of Cancer, obesity is found to be a bigger cancer risk factor than drinking in women.

Smoking known to cause complications during cosmetic surgery in women

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:20:52 +0000

Women should quit smoking before undergoing plastic surgeries, in order to cut the risk of any post-surgical mishap, warns renowned cosmetic surgeon Dr Anthony Youn.

First gene associated with frequent cold sores identified

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:02:38 +0000

According to latest study, a gene called C21orf91 was found to be associated with cold sores.

NHS bosses limit Viagra prescriptions to twice a month

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 06:52:37 +0000

GPs are being urged by the NHS to prescribe impotence treatment pills like Viagra just twice a month.

Breast cancer risk higher in diabetic and obese women

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 06:25:57 +0000

According to latest study, women over 60 years of age have an increased risk of developing breast cancer, if they are diabetic or obese.

BPAS to offer free emergency contraceptive pills online

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:32:38 +0000

Free emergency contraception pills Christmas campaign by British Pregnancy Advisory Service is getting bad reviews from critics.

Herbal impotence drugs banned by Canadian government

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:13:02 +0000

Health Canada bans some drugs used for impotence treatment, noting that they contain "undeclared" ingredients.

Contraceptive pills to be blamed for prostate cancer

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:59:55 +0000

According to the latest research, endocrine disruptive compounds through the urine of women on oral contraceptive pills are released in the water supply. These compounds have been found associated with prostate cancer in men worldwide.

Viagra keeps Baby Cerys Small alive

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:39:45 +0000

Impotence pill Viagra comes to the rescue of a 10-month-old baby girl who was born with heart defect, reports the Daily Mail.

Protein rich diet said to protect bones during weight loss

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 04:12:01 +0000

Consuming protein-rich diets, particularly dairy products, might help young women steer clear of obesity risks, notes a leading Indian English language daily.

Wi-Fi enabled laptops can cause impotency, warns a new study

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 03:55:12 +0000

Do you like to flaunt your new Wi-Fi enabled notebook? Watch out, for its radiation may affect your fertility, warn Argentine scientists.

Obesity counselling and screening to be offered by US Healthcare service

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 03:36:21 +0000

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is going to offer a comprehensive counselling and screening programme to the elderly, reports Reuters UK.

Survey finds female gamers better in bed

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 03:10:48 +0000

New study reveals that women who love playing online games are less likely to develop female sexual dysfunction.

Pregnant women in North Essex urged to take flu shot

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 02:53:31 +0000

The rate of vaccination against influenza among pregnant women is not too promising in North Essex, reports the BBC.

Study unveils diet therapy for erectile dysfunction

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:55:43 +0000

The Mediterranean diet can help beat erectile dysfunction, claims a Journal of Sexual Medicine report.

Acupuncture a trusted alternative to weight loss medication?

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:44:04 +0000

A potentially breakthrough obesity treatment is tapped by traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, reports the China Daily.

Impotence and heart disease common worries for impotent men

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:58:37 +0000

As reported by the North County Times, new study confirms that erection problems can lead to heart diseases.

Gynaecologist reveals contraception dosage information

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:44:40 +0000

Top Jamaican gynaecologist Dr Charles Rockhead tells women what to consider before making a contraceptive switch.

UK women in desperate need of obesity treatment

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:18:06 +0000

Women in the UK top the league of obese females from 19 European countries, say latest figures.

Florida resident caught tampering with Viagra prescription

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:15:26 +0000

A man from Boca Raton, Florida has been found using Viagra prescription twice, reports the Boca Raton News.

Thesis on female sexual health questions benefits of medication

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:49:52 +0000

A student from Brown University, Rhode Island seems to have found a novel way to treat female sexual dysfunction.

Contraceptive pills with benefits beyond contraception?

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 07:25:10 +0000

According to a government survey, contraceptive pills are widely used in the US for non-contraceptive purposes.

Obesity treatment a future necessity for Northern Ireland

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 07:09:45 +0000

A 'wave' of obesity-related health conditions might hit Northern Ireland hard in the coming decade, warns an Irish doctor.

Research unveils Viagra�s potential in treating skin cancer

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 10:20:51 +0000

Impotence med Viagra can be used to treat skin cancer, says new study on the basis of a controlled trial involving mice.

STD risks not holding Celtics back from enjoying sex

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:56:17 +0000

Irish people are having lots of fun in their bedrooms despite the ever-luring threat of sexually transmitted diseases and infections, reports the Cork Independent.

Addiction to masturbation can spell trouble

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:58:10 +0000

The habit of excessive masturbation can affect the quality of love life, says one of the leading women's magazines.

Too many meds can trouble a man�s sex life

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:11:52 +0000

Too many pills can kill the thrill in bed for men, says new research. Men who take 10 or more pills are at increased risk of developing erectile dysfunction.

Obesity treatment on high demand in Wales

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:03:34 +0000

A number of hospitals in Wales are stretched out to accommodate for patients seeking obesity treatment.

New stimulating device to end female orgasmic disorder?

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 06:23:57 +0000

We may not have to wait for too long before we get a new female sexual dysfunction treatment in the form of spinal cord stimulators.

Discover 5 undervalued routes to weight loss

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:51:17 +0000

Weight loss can be boring if you go by conventional routes comprising diet, exercise, and medical treatments. Here go some out-of-the-box ideas to curb obesity.

Drinking and obesity raising cancer rate in the UK

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 06:05:38 +0000

The United Kingdom tops the list of European nations in terms of the number of people suffering from oesophageal cancer, the Guardian reports, saying that obesity and drinking are to be blamed.

Ten years on the pill reduces ovarian cancer risk by half

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:50:36 +0000

Using oral contraceptives consistently for a decade can cut ovarian cancer risk by half, says new study.

Glasgow woman vows to quit smoking after husband�s death

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:07:00 +0000

A long-term smoker from Glasgow decides to stop smoking after her husband died of lung cancer last year, reports the Glasgow Evening Times.

Red wine can help tackle obesity

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 06:57:35 +0000

After all, a few shots of red wine at bedtime might help you steer clear of obesity risk factors, says new study.

Blood clot risk tied to oral contraceptive pill

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:02:16 +0000

New generation oral contraceptive pills might cause blood clots in women taking them, warn researchers after examining the impact of contraceptive pills on 330,000 Israeli women.

Medic confirms diabetes may be linked to erectile dysfunction

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 06:49:43 +0000

Longstanding diabetes mellitus can seriously cripple men below the belt, renowned medic John B Niwagaba tells the Observer.

Injection last resort for obesity treatment?

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 06:10:32 +0000

Texas University researchers have come up with a new way to tackle obesity, says the Daily Mail.

CNN enlists 6 ways to quit smoking

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 07:13:50 +0000

CNN gives 6 innovative ways to quit smoking for good. No matter how long you have been smoking, these tips can help you kick the deadly habit.

Cycling a cause of impotence

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 02:57:14 +0000

Cycling can cause erectile dysfunction in men, confirms new study conducted by researchers at the University of Chicago, Illinois.

Grandad used Viagra on sexual assault spree

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 10:42:54 +0000

A shocking story of rape and sexual abuse involving an 88-year-old man and his five granddaughters hits the news.

Risk of erectile dysfunction higher in circumcised men

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 10:34:32 +0000

A circumcised penis can cause erectile dysfunction in men, says a new study conducted by the International Coalition for Genital Integrity.

Chinese women on emergency contraceptive overdrive

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:48:25 +0000

A Chinese news portal reports that many sexually active women in the country are risking their health by taking an excessive amount of morning after pills.

Developing countries facing extreme weight issues

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:39:56 +0000

A growing number of people in the developing world are living in want of food, reports Reuters UK, highlighting that obesity is commonly experienced by the economically well-off people in these countries.

Scientists discover new genital herpes treatment

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:48:35 +0000

The microbicide gel that was originally formulated to treat HIV-AIDS in Africa is found to be an effective remedy to keep genital herpes under control.

Contraceptive pill linked to female sexual dysfunction

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 06:03:47 +0000

Hormonal contraception can derail a woman's sex life, affecting her ability to reach orgasm, says an American study.

Britain likely to be at war with mutant influenza virus

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 05:48:44 +0000

A mutant flu strain might strike Great Britain, researchers warn, urging healthcare staff to be alert and prepared this winter.

Slimming pill dealer penalised in the UK

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:18:28 +0000

Nicole Larguey of south London has been fined �24,000 for selling fake diet pills containing cellulose powder.

Impotence cure to be a reality with sound wave treatment

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:58:14 +0000

A new form of impotence treatment involving shock wave therapy could be available in near future, reports the Daily Mail.

A woman�s walks can reveal her sexual side, says study

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 06:38:27 +0000

Observing how a woman walks can give you important clues regarding her sexuality, says a new study.

�Brad Quitt� - Hollywood male sex symbol gives up smoking

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 06:26:00 +0000

After Shahrukh Khan, it�s now time for Brad Pitt to give up smoking and guess what, both celeb dads are listening to their kids!

Scientists follow gut instinct to push through obesity treatment

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 06:17:03 +0000

A slimming pill containing two gut hormones might well be the solution you are looking for to cut body fat.

Pele kicks Viagra rumours into touch

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 06:12:40 +0000

Pele says he doesn�t need impotence pill Viagra to score goals on a different ground, reports the Daily Mirror.

Expert recommends oral contraceptive to remove ovarian cysts

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:42:26 +0000

Another benefit of the pill is unveiled as a Jamaica-based doc says oral contraceptive pills can help women treat ovarian cysts.

Outdoors activities said to improve vision in children

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:13:57 +0000

Let your child play in the sun, for it might protect him/her not just against weight gain, but also shortsightedness.

Male impotence a byproduct of watching porn online

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:13:14 +0100

Porn-induced impotence is becoming a real problem for many young men in their 20s, says a US journal.

Experts suggest ways to prevent weight gain for 9-5 generation

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:06:51 +0100

Attention professionals, a couple of innovative ways to steer clear of weight gain have been suggested by fresh Canadian research.

NHS Halton urges residents to get flu shots

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:24:00 +0100

NHS Halton urges all high-risk groups to get the flu jab as soon as possible, for the flu season is almost knocking at the door!

Study links obesity with breast cancer

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 05:47:27 +0100

Girls with a dangerously high body mass index are more likely to develop breast cancer compared to their healthy-weight counterparts, suggests new research.

Top physician tells obese people to fight fat with fibre

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:17:00 +0100

A Toronto-based doc advises overweight and obese people to include a high amount of fibre-rich diets in their daily menu.

Welsh government ups smoking cessation efforts

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:09:32 +0100

The government of Wales is determined to persuade the adult population in the country to quit smoking, reports Media Wales.

Contraceptive jabs may increase risk of HIV transmission

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:01:09 +0100

Contraceptive injections are said to increase the risk of HIV transmission in many parts of the developing world.

Another herpes controversy breaks out

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:29:21 +0100

Can it be called �aggravated sexual assault� when consensual sex between a man and a woman results in the woman contracting genital herpes?

New pill to increase life expectancy to 150

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:07:21 +0100

Brits can now expect to live healthily beyond their 100s, reports the Daily Express, saying that a new pill might increase life expectancy.

Girls have higher obesity risks than boys

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:40:38 +0100

Teen girls are reportedly at higher risk for developing weight-related health conditions compared to teen boys.

Pope Benedict attracts new followers after starting Twitter account

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:29:33 +0100

Pope Benedict XVI joins popular social networking website Twitter whilst launching a Vatican-based news portal.

Fat chance on government standing by weight loss policy, say doctors

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:17:13 +0100

Two experts in separate letters to the Guardian expressed their concerns over the current obesity crisis in the UK.

Diary connects flu-infected mum with underweight baby

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:01:24 +0100

A mum remains in touch with her newborn son from the pages of a diary and a few snaps, reports an English newspaper.

Brits scared to use mobile phones to make payments

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 10:50:34 +0100

Mobile commerce is becoming less popular among Brits in the aftermath of the phone hacking scandals, says Near Field Communication news service.

Levitra orodispersible approved in Scotland

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 10:31:04 +0100

Levitra orodispersible tablets are now available for use with NHS Scotland, reports the Press Association.

Study shows smoking triggers early menopause in some women

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 06:52:27 +0100

New study confirms the link between smoking and the risk of early menopause, reports Reuters.

Absentmindedness in bed causes orgasm problems

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 08:03:29 +0100

New study demonstrates that distractive thoughts during lovemaking may significantly lower a woman�s chances of climaxing.

Simon Cowell tells America I don�t need Viagra

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:53:01 +0100

X Factor star Simon Cowell has rejected a lucrative offer to feature in a Viagra commercial, saying he did not find anything positive to say yes to the proposal.

Colombia concerned over illegal gold mining

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:06:27 +0100

Colombia faces the problem of illegal gold mining that�s driving foreign investment away and also risking the country�s security.

Diego Maradona awarded Knight Shield

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 06:53:44 +0100

Former Argentine footballer and coach Diego Maradona has been awarded Knight Shield for Sports by Emirates authorities, reports an Indonesian news website.

Have Sex With Your Therapist to Cure Erectile Dysfunction

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 02:20:00 +0100

Sexual surrogacy seems to be the emerging type of impotence treatment in Great Britain, reports one of the national newspapers.

Obesity Surgery Causes Death of Newborn Baby

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 02:19:33 +0100

Small World News Service reports that a 25-year-old Middlesex woman loses her baby after opting for gastric bypass surgery to treat obesity.

Pop Idol Winner Admits to Taking Hair Loss Treatment Propecia

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 02:19:00 +0100

Winner of the opening edition of Pop Idol Will Young says he took Propecia finasteride to prevent hair loss.

Heathwick project to save journey time for air commuters

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:37:57 +0100

A new high-speed rail link between Heathrow and Gatwick is proposed by the Department of Transport.

Louisiana tells workers to quit smoking or quit their jobs

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 10:08:36 +0100

A hospital in Louisiana has taken radical steps to impose a smoking ban on its staff, reports the Daily Mail.

Viagra manufacturer to enter new market

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:16:10 +0100

Pfizer has announced to construct a new plant in Saudi Arabia by 2015, as part of its business expansion plan.

Protein seen as the right option for treating obesity

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:08:04 +0100

Stuff your stomach with protein to counter obesity, says a new study conducted by Cambridge University and the University of Sydney.

The contraceptive pill said to influence a woman�s choice of partner

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:12:51 +0100

The pill might have a very important role to play in the way a woman connects with her partner, suggests new study.

Sleep disorder tied to sexual dysfunction

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 07:18:47 +0100

Sleep apnoea may lead to erectile dysfunction and other sexual problems, say experts on the basis of two clinical trials.

Obesity tied to female infertility

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 07:09:05 +0100

Women of reproductive age should carefully monitor their body weight to prevent the risk of a miscarriage, says new study.

Can a sexually unresponsive partner cause premature ejaculation?

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:51:44 +0100

Can there be a link between your partner�s willingness to have sex and your own sexual performance? It seems there is one.

United Kingdom likely to be hit harder by influenza than ever

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:37:02 +0100

Brits are at a high risk of getting knocked over by influenza this winter, says a renowned flu expert.

Facebook criticised by leading health magazine

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:29:53 +0100

A popular men�s mag says many people are using Facebook to cheat on their partners by hooking up with other men/women.

Will the fat tax be a good pay-off for the poor?

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:32:22 +0100

David Cameron�s new policy to levy fat tax on certain foods may not produce the results for the poor.

Annoyed country singer explains her weight loss hell

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:26:55 +0100

LeAnn Rimes feels bullied to have people ceaselessly speculating about her body weight, reports a popular social networking channel.

Erectile dysfunction medicine used for treatment of enlarged prostate

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:01:08 +0100

Cialis is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration as a treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Why adding salt may spoil your sexual appetite

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 11:14:44 +0100

Salt can damage your sex life in more than one way, say several studies. Reduce your salt intake if you want to live a healthy sex life.

Lovers� Guide back on British TV

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:43:54 +0100

The Lovers� Guide is back on TV in England, reports one of the popular British tabloid newspapers.

University students confused over pregnancy decisions

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:36:21 +0100

Young female students of Britain don�t seem to be under control of their pregnancy decisions, claims a new study.

Indian actor vows to quit smoking

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:28:04 +0100

Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan decides to cease smoking after the release of his next movie Ra.One, reports Digital Spy.

Newcastle United vs. genital herpes

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:36:03 +0100

Newcastle United Football Club has taken an initiative to educate the youngsters in the North East about the dangers of unsafe sex.

Erectile dysfunction has moved ahead of the times

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:32:41 +0100

Do the ways men live and think make them vulnerable to erectile dysfunction? The Toronto Star takes an insider view of modern impotence.

Study to examine what really works in obesity treatment

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:13:54 +0100

Behavioural support for weight loss seems to be the order of the day for the obese lot, says new study.

Malaysian orangutan sent to rehab

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 07:35:38 +0100

An unusual instance of smoking cessation has been reported by the zoo authorities in Melaka, Malaysia after one of its captive apes started smoking and was eventually forced to stop.

Pop-up ad claiming to provide �free slimming pill trial� can be a trap

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 07:27:45 +0100

Beware of pop-up ads making tall claims about obesity treatment, warns a local government website in Scotland.

Radical female sexual dysfunction treatment recommended by �orgasm guru�

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 07:17:49 +0100

Could the National Health Service in the UK be bold enough to include tantric solution to female sexual dysfunction?

NHS-funded obesity treatment can help save money

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:06:29 +0100

In view of the soaring expenses of type-2 diabetes, heart problems and kidney conditions, it is time the NHS includes WeightWatchers in its treatment programmes, says the Daily Mirror.

Impotence curse over Azzurri lifted after referee shown �red card� for heroine smuggling

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 07:54:42 +0100

Many Italian football fans may be thrilled to know that Byron Moreno, the Ecuadorian referee who literally �sent off� Italy in the 2002 FIFA World Cup match against South Korea, has been sentenced to two and a half years of imprisonment on charges of drug smuggling.

Erectile dysfunction treatment scam busted in Brighton, two men are nabbed

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 07:29:09 +0100

A huge stock of fake impotence drugs have been seized from central Brighton in East Sussex, reports a local newspaper.

New study links erectile dysfunction to restless leg syndrome

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:32:40 +0100

New survey at Harvard University links erectile dysfunction to restless leg syndrome, a neurological disorder.

Quit smoking rate rises in England thanks to NHS intervention

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:28:36 +0100

The NHS adds a new feather in its cap after successfully helping more than 3,000 Cumbrians in quitting smoking this year.

Man faces stiff penalty for selling fake Viagra

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:39:09 +0100

Yet another case of drug piracy hits the news following the arrest of a man from Utah for alleged manufacturing and selling of fake erectile dysfunction drugs.

Ireland unite with the UK in battle against obesity

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:29:07 +0100

Ireland joins the United Kingdom to battle childhood obesity that is posing a major risk to the future health of the two countries.

Erectile dysfunction is no laughing matter

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:15:03 +0100

Laughter is not the solution to erection problems, say both men suffering from impotence and experts.

Sex education to be taught in primary schools

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:09:21 +0100

The United Kingdom is facing a problem that was not considered to be a serious one some time back. It�s about the increasing rate of sexually transmitted diseases among teens. Can imparting sex education to young pupils be a solution?

Make friends with fat people to curb obesity rates

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 07:05:31 +0100

It is time that people change their attitude to overweight or obese individuals, reports a Cardiff-based daily tabloid.

Eating at first sight can be fattening

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:13:20 +0100

New study demonstrates how the placing of food items in the kitchen can impact the dietary choices we make.

Extra vaccines on their way as government prepares to combat flu

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:07:40 +0100

A total of 16.7m flu shots have been ordered by the UK Department of Health to combat influenza this year.

Could �vaping� show a new way to quit smoking?

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 06:57:19 +0100

For the first time after July 2007, a Yorkshire-based pub is re-introducing smoking in the form of electronic cigarettes, reports Driffield Post Times.

Viagra without prescription spells trouble for NZ doctor

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 06:38:24 +0100

According to a popular New Zealand-based television channel, a pharmacist from Auckland has been charged with malpractice after he was caught selling Viagra and a few other medicines without prescription.

Oral contraceptive recall: what is there to learn from it?

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 06:32:54 +0100

The recent call-back of oral contraceptives should enhance the awareness of those looking to use regular birth control pills to carefully check their packs for correct reading of dosage and other particulars.

Twelve per cent of men suffer from premature ejaculation

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 06:27:38 +0100

Premature ejaculation affects almost 12 out of every 100 men worldwide, reveals a survey conducted by a UK-based agency.

John Travolta grows bored with being bald

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 07:14:08 +0100

John Travolta, the Pulp Fiction actor, has been spotted with his hair piece on at a promotional event in Los Angeles.

Put a spring in your step to beat obesity

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 07:09:36 +0100

Obesity treatment in the UK has found a new direction in the form of an all-encompassing health and fitness facility in Lancashire, soon to be made open to people aged 16 and more.

Prostate cancer treatment tied to erectile dysfunction

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 07:05:21 +0100

Prostate cancer treatment might cause erectile dysfunction as a side effect, says new study the details of which have been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Stay fit and in shape when you are expecting a baby

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:21:30 +0100

Obesity in pregnancy remains to be a major risk factor for birth defects and other developmental challenges in newborn babies in Scotland.

Stop smoking enterprise sets the ball rolling in Great Britain

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:17:34 +0100

Three big UK firms, among many other small enterprises, have stood by the government to ban smoking at workplaces.

Fear of losing an erection leads to erectile dysfunction

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:09:35 +0100

The fear factor may kill your sex life, despite you being a man of good health, warns the Guardian.

Faking it in bed is just part of the act

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:21:57 +0100

Many women can fake orgasm to help their men reach theirs�, says a new study conducted by a team of researchers from University of Central Lancashire.

NHS staff don�t care for the flu vaccine

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 08:15:55 +0100

Not enough health workers in Worcestershire are getting themselves vaccinated against influenza.

Obesity expenses mounting in the UK

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 08:09:29 +0100

Cost to combat obesity is rising in the UK and is expected to rise more in future, says the Daily Mail.

Erectile dysfunction linked to hormone deficiency

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 08:02:08 +0100

Hormonal imbalance is linked to erectile dysfunction in the elderly male population. Testosterone deficiency can cause a number of other health and psychological problems as well, says an eminent sexual health expert from Manila, Philippines.

Impotence stems from being too sociable

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:04:12 +0100

New study suggests male impotence might be linked with how women get on with the male friends of their partners.

Can STD vaccines prevent teen sex?

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 07:08:59 +0100

Despite having vaccines and other medicines, teen sex remains a concern when it comes to the management of sexually transmitted diseases and infections.

Onset of female obesity linked to marriage

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 06:57:12 +0100

Marriage is linked to excess weight gain for women, says a new study. However, post-marriage obesity treatment is still possible.

Is erectile dysfunction a marker for dormant coronary artery disease in diabetics?

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 06:41:49 +0100

New research suggests that erectile dysfunction can predict asymptomatic coronary artery disease in men with type 2 diabetes.

Research team hit on female orgasm discovery

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:33:59 +0100

What goes on inside female brain during sex is mapped by a team of scientists from Rutgers University, New Jersey.

UK doctors angry over health department�s negligence to tackle influenza

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:24:46 +0100

Several UK doctors have strongly voiced their dissent over the health department�s decision to drop the free flu jab campaigns this year.

Diet plan advice dished out to obesity sufferers

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:14:26 +0100

A leading Welsh daily recommends diet as a tool to combat the growing obesity problem in the UK.

NHS to the rescue for emergency contraception

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 06:59:19 +0100

NHS Shetland is lauded by a Shetland-based online daily for its time-bound contraceptive services.

Fresh research links smoking with erectile dysfunction

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 06:52:01 +0100

New study suggests smokers are bound to face problems in their love life, if not now, definitely later.

NHS-run weight loss courses could provide effective obesity treatment

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 06:48:29 +0100

In addition to traditional obesity treatment, the new weight loss programmes that are now a part of the NHS weight management system could well shape the future of the country.

Can testosterone counteract the potency of antidepressants?

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 03:18:28 +0100

A new study will examine if testosterone therapy can help women taking antidepressants overcome female sexual dysfunction.

Experts warn non-prescription sites could be out to scam you

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 03:10:45 +0100

A rigorous online survey has once again confirmed the risk associated with buying prescription-based medicines from no-prescription websites.

Texting could enhance contraceptive awareness in young women

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 03:00:57 +0100

Receiving daily texts on mobile phone can increase young women�s contraceptive awareness, shows a new US study.

Sex remains a firm favourite for Filipino men

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:41:47 +0100

Erection hardness score (EHS) has been found to be a crucial diagnostic tool for treating erectile dysfunction aka male impotence.

Are overbearing parents responsible for childhood obesity?

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:35:58 +0100

Study demonstrates how parental policing can affect children�s health adversely. Parents who are too concerned over their kids� playing in parks are actually preventing them to be physically active.

Can the contraceptive pill boost memory?

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:11:28 +0100

According to a US study, taking hormonal contraception can cause changes in the way information is retrieved from the stored memory of a woman.

UK police net illegal Viagra dealer

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 02:43:12 +0100

Yet another fake Viagra scam has been busted by one of the leading law enforcing agencies in the United Kingdom. A man has been sentenced to 1 year of imprisonment after being caught with duplicate sildenafil pills at Coventry Airport.

Top up oral contraception online

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 02:38:54 +0100

Buying regular contraceptive pills online can not just save your time, but also save a huge amount of your doctor�s time.

NHS battling hard to fight obesity

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 02:33:40 +0100

The NHS is struggling hard to offer proper treatment to people with obesity, diabetes or cancer, says the Guardian.

Pfizer drop Viagra lawsuit

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 01:42:08 +0100

Pfizer, the creators of Viagra, have dropped a lawsuit asserting their claim on the patent to impotence treatment, which was filed against the rival firm Lilly and Co.

New male sex potion to enter the United Kingdom

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 03:39:21 +0100

A new male sexual enhancement potion called Turn On is ready to enter the UK health supplement market, says the Hindustan Times.

Saudi King was taking Viagra regularly at 92

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 03:35:07 +0100

Viagra was gleefully greeted by the Saudi king who used to be on the erectile dysfunction treatment at the age of 92!

Loneliness leads to weight gain, socialising can reverse it

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 03:29:41 +0100

People with more brown fat in their body are less likely to gain weight, say researchers from the Ohio State University, emphasising that social interaction helps convert white fat into brown fat.

Quit smoking rates set new record in Britain

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:51:40 +0100

More than 1,000 people from two Hampshire towns were able to kick their nicotine addiction last year, reports Get Hampshire.

French woman takes husband from bedroom to courtroom

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:47:00 +0100

The French woman who sued her husband over the charge of sexual negligence might be justified in her ways, but this should not be the trend in relationships.

Leading charity tackles cancer head on

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:38:53 +0100

Efforts to treat obesity and cancer could be clubbed to ensure better health to everyone, suggests World Cancer Research Fund.

Hair transplants a risk for men under 30

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:46:19 +0100

A renowned UK physician warns against hair transplant surgery for men yet to reach their 30s, reports Newsbeat.

Change your drinking habits to live a healthier life

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:42:33 +0100

Moderate drinking on a daily basis has been linked to healthy ageing by a group of experts from the Harvard School of Public Research.

Should parental responsibilities interfere with a woman�s sex life?

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:37:41 +0100

Contrary to the myths and odd complaints, a working woman can play a well-balanced role in her sex life and family life.

Sexual dysfunction provokes infidelity in men and women

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 06:37:35 +0100

Based on a survey involving 506 men and 416 women in relationships, researchers from the University of Indiana have concluded that people are more likely to cheat on their partners if they are suffering from sexual dysfunction.

Romantic weight loss tips for couples

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 06:34:36 +0100

Couples can enjoy the fun and warmth of togetherness whilst losing excess body fat. Shape Magazine enlists a few simple yet exciting weight loss tips for overweight or obese partners.

UK caregivers ordered to take flu treatment

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 02:28:27 +0100

Authorities have asked nurses and midwives working with different UK hospitals to get vaccinated against flu, reports BBC.

Impotence treatment straight from the heart

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 02:22:34 +0100

UK doctors are hopeful that heart implant devices can be used to produce an erection in men with erectile dysfunction, reports the Daily Mail.

Driving after drinking a strict no-no for weight loss op patients

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 02:05:24 +0100

It is never safe to drink before or while driving and recent research suggests that it can be fateful for obesity surgery patients to drink and drive.

NHS tastes sweet success with stop-smoking service

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:01:18 +0100

The NHS has added another feather in its cap by offering help to more than 1,500 people looking to quit smoking.

Don�t always blame a break-up on infidelity

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 02:53:41 +0100

The problem of growing apart, coupled with physical issues such as erectile dysfunction, can pose threats to the stability of a relationship, suggests the Daily Mail.

Future hair loss treatment to inject self-confidence in balding men

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 02:49:00 +0100

A new hair loss treatment in the form of an injection may soon be available on the market, to the rescue of some 7.4 million bald and balding men in the UK.

Apple employed Pfizer personnel to hunt down fake product manufacturers

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 03:14:16 +0100

Back in 2008, Apple hired Pfizer specialists to nab fake Viagra traders, reveals WikiLeaks. The tech giant wanted to make sure it retained its grip on the markets in mainland China and the Asia-Pacific region.

Carbohydrates linked to weight loss

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 02:52:45 +0100

New research suggests that potato is not fattening or unhealthy as it is commonly believed. This vegetable can lower blood pressure and be used as a weight loss supplement.

Man aged 82 addicted to pleasuring himself

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 02:40:48 +0100

While a large number of bright and young men are perpetually in strife with problems below the belt, a man of 82 is still pleasuring himself through masturbation, reports the Belfast Telegraph.

Results from impotence survey suggest a demand for alternative to traditional GP's appointment

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 11:42:02 +0100

Latest survey demonstrates why men suffering from erectile dysfunction would choose not to visit their doctor for advice or treatment.

11-year old boy treated for sexually transmitted infection

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 03:51:27 +0100

For the first time in the history of the United Kingdom, an 11-year-old boy was treated for a sexually transmitted disease. Nearly 1000 under-16 boys and girls were also admitted to different UK hospitals in the last 3 years.

Swedish research exposes the dangers of snuff during pregnancy

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 03:43:15 +0100

Risk of developing breathing problems increases in newborns who are born to women who consumed smokeless tobacco during their pregnancy, reports a new study.

Is the sheer volume of birth control pills causing choice fatigue in women?

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 03:29:49 +0100

Too many contraceptive choices are probably making life difficult for sexually active women, hints the Belfast Telegraph.

Is hypnosis the cure for premature ejaculation?

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:03:49 +0100

Hypnosis can help men overcome premature ejaculation, suggests Contra Costa Times. It can be used as an aid to the existing medical treatment of PE.

Tamara Kennedy speaks out on the dangers of smoking

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:14:26 +0100

Tamara Kennedy, the woman who has seen it all when it comes to the dark sides of smoking, speaks up against nicotine addiction.

Blues to the rescue for men suffering from hair loss

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:13:11 +0100

Listening to blues live can stop hair loss and trigger hair regrowth, reports an Ohio tabloid.

Two year old baby addicted to smoking

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:50:13 +0100

Shocking video footage was published on the Sun newspaper website today, showing a 2 year old baby in Indonesia, smoking a cigarette.

Audrey Hepburn�s health complications a result of malnutrition

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:24:14 +0100

Audrey Hepburn was never slim by choice; she had to suffer terrible starvation in her early years, which took a heavy toll on her life, says a British biologist.

New evidence confirms the link between impotence and obesity

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:04:03 +0100

A University of Adelaide study shows that weight loss can boost obese men�s sexual function. Losing just 5% of body weight can offer relief from erectile dysfunction and low sexual desire.

Unhealthy lifestyle leads to obesity

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:26:00 +0100

Qatar daily the Peninsula reports that an unhealthy lifestyle is a major factor behind the burgeoning obesity problem in the country.

Weight discrimination boosts drug sales in Scotland

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:24:13 +0100

Scotland has witnessed a rise in sales of weight loss medicines for a very different reason: many of its citizens have been subject to bullying for their oversized appearance.

General practitioners and parents out of sync when it comes to managing childhood obesity

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:16:30 +0100

A leading independent health website in the UK reports that lack of parent-doctor engagement may be fuelling childhood obesity in the country.

Women who stock up on contraception less likely to miss a dosage

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 03:43:59 +0100

Having a well-equipped stock of contraceptive pills in the beginning can be encouraging for women to use them for a long duration, suggests a new study.

Novel flu strain attacks residents of New South Wales

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 03:29:26 +0100

Flu returns to Australia with a novel strain that is found to be immune to Tamiflu oseltamivir, a popular prescription-based medication.

Impotence pills stolen from US pharmacy

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 03:16:35 +0100

Samples of popular erectile dysfunction medicines have been stolen from a doctor�s clinic in Buffalo Grove, Illinois.

Approval of new obesity treatment pending because of safety concerns

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:48:26 +0100

With the exception of Xenical, few other weight loss products can offer a safe and reliable treatment option. The United Business Media explores the reasons.

Can herpes treatment beat brain cancer?

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:43:27 +0100

Valtrex may offer new hope to people suffering from the most common type of brain cancer, suggests new research.

Specialty summer camp a haven for children who are bullied for being bald

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:38:16 +0100

�Be Bold�, a support group for bald children has made a difference in the life of Sophie Nixon, a 13-year-old girl who once thought about ending her life after she was bullied in school.

Minimised lunch recommended for weight loss

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 02:11:19 +0100

Experts recommend a light lunch for people looking to lose weight safely and effectively, reports a UK-based daily.

Erectile dysfunction tied to further sexual problems

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 02:06:35 +0100

Erectile dysfunction can trigger ejaculation problems and orgasm dysfunction in men, suggests new research.

Calculating �obese years� may help reduce health risks

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:11:09 +0100

The duration of obesity is just as important a factor in analysing the health risks associated with weight gain as is the severity of the same, suggests a new study.

Erectile dysfunction is putting you at risk of heart problems

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:06:42 +0100

Erectile dysfunction can lead to serious heart problems that may even cause death, say CNN health experts.

Is imprisonment a strict enough punishment for spreading STDs?

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:59:33 +0100

A man from the United Kingdom has been sentenced to 14 months of imprisonment following his ex-girlfriend�s complain that he had sex with her without telling her that he has genital herpes, a highly contagious and incurable sexually transmitted disease.

Delayed ejaculation can be awkward: expert

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 06:31:05 +0100

Delayed ejaculation can be equally problematic as early ejaculation, notes Dr. Madeleine M. Castellanos, a reputed sexologist.

Wine may reduce the risk of weight gain

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 04:41:09 +0100

Researchers at a Spanish university have suggested that mild drinking may promote a healthy body weight.

Pfizer deploys sniffer dogs to combat counterfeit drug sales

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:46:06 +0100

�Viagra dogs� get down to business as Pfizer Israel sends them to Finland to sniff out fake blue pills, according to a daily in Israel.

Viagra helps police trace killer

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:42:53 +0100

Viagra, the popular potency pill, has helped the police in India nab a woman who is accused of murdering a security staff from Bangalore, Karnataka.

Is it that beneficial to have friends with benefits?

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:28:35 +0100

Unlike in the movie, friends with benefits are most likely to cause plenty of problems, particularly for women. The risk of sexually transmitted diseases and infections increases with casual sex between friends.

Man sued for intentionally spreading herpes

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:26:15 +0100

A man has been sued by a woman on the charge of wilful transmission of genital herpes, reports a web forum.

Genetic test for early detection of hair loss

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:24:37 +0100

Genetic diagnosis can help detect male pattern baldness before it occurs for an early treatment. Male pattern baldness is the most common type of male hair loss worldwide.

Text messages motivate smokers to quit

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:23:25 +0100

Motivational text messaging may be the new way to encourage smokers to quit, according to a study published in the Lancet medical journal.

Fasting presents smokers with golden opportunity to quit

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:22:14 +0100

Smoking cessation becomes doubly easier whilst fasting, reports Ahlul Bayt News Agency of Iran.

Aussie sperm donor denied fatherhood by court

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:58:25 +0100

A man from Sydney has been denied fatherhood after a court verdict went against him, reports BBC News.

New survey sheds light on ejaculation problems in city-dwellers

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:36:31 +0100

UroToday International Journal conducts a survey to estimate the prevalence of early ejaculation disorder and lifelong ejaculation problems in urban male population.

Obese man approved for gastric bypass surgery after court refusal

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 03:38:24 +0100

A morbidly obese man in the UK gets the funding he requested for his gastric bypass operation, reports BBC.

Bayer censured for endorsing medicines through social networking

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 03:19:07 +0100

Bayer Pharmaceuticals has landed in trouble following its tweets about the launch of two new drugs on the market.

Avian influenza still a risk to humans

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 03:04:55 +0100

Fourteen years after the first human death from bird flu, the world is still not a safe place to dodge the infection. Bird flu still remains a mortal threat to humans.

Asthma risk higher in children with obese mothers

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 04:04:36 +0100

Obese women who are pregnant are likely to give birth to babies with asthma and related respiratory troubles, reports the Daily Mail.

Niacin-rich breakfast can treat erectile dysfunction

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:57:44 +0100

A vitamin called niacin may improve blood flow to the penis and help treat erectile dysfunction, according to a new study conducted by the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Genetics of people with high cholesterol to be examined by Chinese researchers

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:51:44 +0100

Genetic profiling can help in tackling high cholesterol, according to Reuters. A group of Chinese researchers are all set to conduct a large-scale study involving more than 30,000 people with high cholesterol.

Brits enjoy better health than Americans

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 10:07:19 +0100

Despite not having access to the latest healthcare tools and resources, people in England enjoy a better health status than their US counterparts, a recent study reveals.

Rate of sexually transmitted diseases goes down in the UK

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:58:32 +0100

Sexually transmitted diseases such as genital warts and syphilis drop in the UK in the last couple of years, contributing to an overall drop in STDs in the country.

No specific age group for premature ejaculation

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:58:06 +0100

Dr. Barry Buffman, a Boston-based urologist, observes that premature ejaculation can occur at any age, given that the risk factors are higher.

FDA updates drug label for varenicline

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 05:27:34 +0100

The FDA has approved a revised drug label for quit smoking medicine Chantix (Champix in the UK). The approval effectively backs the medicine as a safe and effective treatment for smoking cessation.

Women reveal their most inner secrets to AskMen

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 05:20:00 +0100

AskMen, a leading health and lifestyle portal for men, discusses the sexual wants of women, as stated by them in exclusive interviews to site author Melissa LaRicca.

FDA approves new device for erectile dysfunction treatment

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 05:08:01 +0100

The US Food and Drug Administration has recently approved a new treatment for male impotence. It is called Viberect, a hand-held vibrator device marketed by Reflexonic, LLC.

Search for male birth control may soon be over

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 01:14:08 +0100

The long wait for male contraceptives may soon be over, reports the Slate Group, adding that men may get their birth control implant or injection within 10 years.

Shortage of equipment renders NHS weak to manage obesity

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 01:08:03 +0100

The National Health Service is lagging behind modern infrastructure and human expertise, reports BBC, highlighting that it is taking a toll on obesity management in the UK.

Irish restaurants plan to dish out smaller portion to kids to combat obesity

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 01:00:07 +0100

In view of the growing rates of childhood obesity in Ireland, the Nutrition and Health Foundation and the Restaurants Association of Ireland have embarked on a joint campaign to cut down on portion size for kids in a select group of restaurants in the country.

Older mums advised not to take oestrogen pills after childbirth

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:52:43 +0100

Avoid using oestrogen-based oral contraceptive pills when you have recently given birth to a baby. Experts warn against possible risk of blood clots in postpartum women using oestrogen pills.

Benefits of Champix outweigh the risks: European Medicines Agency

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 02:03:20 +0100

Champix varenicline, the popular quit smoking pill, is safer than it is made out to be in recent clinical trials, according to the European Medicines Agency.

Physical activity recommended for toddlers to fight obesity

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 06:59:29 +0100

Young children should be encouraged to be physically active, at least for 3 hours a day, recommend Chief Medical Officers for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Risk of smoking-related congenital birth defects nailed down by new study

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:29:09 +0100

Here is another reason for you to quit smoking now. Smoking during pregnancy entails grave risks to the newborn, data show.

Turkey�s ruling party racks up political mileage from mass circumcision

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 07:30:54 +0100

A mass circumcision ceremony is to be held in Turkey, involving about 100 young men. Is this a political decoy by the country�s ruling party?

Men score a point in the Love vs. Lust debate

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:37:40 +0100

Men can be happy with less out of a relationship, concludes a large-scale study that was conducted by researchers from the Kinsey Institute, Indiana.

A fresh take on weight management raises a crucial question

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 03:18:56 +0100

Low-calorie foods may not be a good choice for dieters as such foods are often depleted of the essential nutrients that are needed for maintaining a sound health.

Breakthrough research on type 2 diabetes offers hope to impotent men

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 08:04:13 +0100

Research suggests that type 2 diabetics with erectile dysfunction can improve their endothelial function by taking sildenafil daily.

Clinical research into Alzheimer�s unveils surprising results

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 07:29:38 +0100

A new trigger for the problems associated with memory loss, difficulties in solving problems, social ineptness, and cognitive impairment has been documented in new study published in a recent medical journal.

If you want to quit smoking, don�t suppress cigarette thoughts

Fri, 20 May 2011 10:27:16 +0100

Many people believe that preventing yourself from thinking of cigarettes can help smokers quit. This is not the case according to a recent study!

Newsreader's blunder on sexual dysfunction story

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:43:05 +0100

ABC newsreader, Michael Hill, made a gaffe live on air when he asked if a woman 'enjoys penis a little bit more', following a news report about collagen treatments for female sexual dysfunction. The clip has now become an internet hit, attracting over 30,000 views on YouTube.

Genital herpes vaccine abandoned

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:41:19 +0100

A proposed vaccine for genital herpes has been abandoned, after trials showed it to be unsuccessful.

Gail Porter rejects �baldness bravery� award

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:39:52 +0100

Gail Porter has revealed that she rejected a magazine bravery award, which she was nominated for due to her baldness.

Charlotte Church says her voice has not been affected by smoking

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:39:14 +0100

Charlotte Church says her voice has not been affected by her smoking habit.

Concern over �obesity hate�

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:38:47 +0100

Most people agree that it is good to encourage obese people to lose weight. However, some celebrities are questioning: are we breeding an 'obesity hate' culture?

Chinese women prefer morning after pill

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:37:40 +0100

A new study has suggested that the morning after pill is the favoured form of contraception in China!

New trial to offer the morning after pill to younger teenagers

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:35:01 +0100

A new trial which will allow young teenagers to get the morning after pill over the counter has been criticised by politicians and health experts!

Weight gain shrinks your brain

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:33:26 +0100

Weight gain can shrink your brain, according to scientists who found that the obesity gene, FTO, raises the risk of brain deterioration.

From USA to Brazil, politicians stub out smoking

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:32:51 +0100

Hot on the heels of Barack Obama's pledge to quit smoking, Brazilian president Luiz In�cio Lula da Silva has announced that he will be giving up the habit. Does this spate of politicians giving up smoking mark a new trend?

Tobacco industry uses YouTube to advertise smoking - report

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:32:08 +0100

Tobacco companies are finding a new way to advertise their products. A report is suggesting that the industry are using YouTube in order to promote smoking!

School girl invents new smoking cessation tool

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:31:01 +0100

Viagra is the fake pill of choice in Israel

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:30:32 +0100

Fake Viagra is the most common fake drug of choice in Israel.

Ryan Giggs seeks baldness treatment

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:29:53 +0100

Although Manchester United and Wales legend Ryan Giggs is hardly thin on the ground for goals, it would seem the midfielder has decided it is time to do something about his thinning locks. Giggs, who joined United as a schoolboy and has made a record 588 appearances over a period of 20 years was seen leaving a hair loss clinic gripping a photograph of his new and improved barnet.

Weight loss proven to help with sleep disorders

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:29:21 +0100

New studies show that treatments for weight loss, can prove sufficient for the treatment of sleep apnea. Read on to find out how.

Beyaz is new birth control contraceptive pill with added vitamins

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:27:55 +0100

New birth control contraceptive pill called Beyaz with added vitamins is now available.

Can baldness lower your risk of prostate cancer?

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:27:16 +0100

Men who go bald before the age of thirty may have a 29-45% reduced risk of developing prostate cancer, if the conclusions reached in a new study published in the Cancer Epidemiology journal are true.

One third of breast cancer cases are caused by obesity

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:26:34 +0100

At a breast cancer conference in Barcelona yesterday, a specialist from Milan University stated that 30% of breast cancer cases result from obesity.

Pub landlord imprisoned for ignoring smoking ban

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:25:53 +0100

A pub landlord from Bolton has been been imprisoned for 'flounting' the smoking ban.

Hiding tobacco displays helps teens quit smoking

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:25:19 +0100

Two new studies have suggested that hiding tobacco displays can help teens quit smoking.

Australian left seriously ill after taking fake Cialis

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:24:42 +0100

An Australian man was left seriously ill in hospital after taken a fake Cialis tablet.

NHS birthday cards will encourage health checks

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:23:20 +0100

The NHS will send birthday cards to teenagers in Bristol, to casually persuade them to go for health check-ups.

Cialis features in stand up comedian�s show

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:22:10 +0100

Cialis, the erectile dysfunction medication which lasts 36 hours, features in the stand up set of comedian Sandra Shamas.

Pfizer defend Viagra patent

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:21:39 +0100

Pfizer have fiercely defended their Viagra patent from generic drug makers Telva. They will take the rival firm to court in a new court case.

Argentinian women suffering contraceptive problems

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:17:24 +0100

Women in Argentina are having to undergo illegal abortions due to the lack of contraceptives available to them!

Councillor in Viagra-related controversy escapes punishment

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:16:48 +0100

The former head of Bournemouth Council will face no further action, following a Viagra-related controversy.

Viagra wasn't necessary for Britain's oldest father

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:15:32 +0100

At 78 years old, Raymond Calvert became Britain's oldest father this month but the new dad insists he didn't need Viagra to conceive.

Conservative MP takes 'herbal Viagra' live on TV show

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:14:49 +0100

Conservative MP takes 'herbal Viagra' live on TV show

Will the England squad be using Viagra this World Cup?

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:13:29 +0100

Following months of speculation, The British Football Association are still strongly refuting claims that the England football squad will be using Viagra this summer, to help them train harder at high altitudes in South Africa,

Health Experts call for World War II rationing

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:10:40 +0100

Health experts are now calling for world war 2 rationing in a bird to curb our growing obesity problem.

Spanish police crack-down on herbal impotence pills

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:08:15 +0100

Police in Spain have swooped on criminals selling fake impotence treatments.

Health body calls for smoke cessation action on World Cancer Day

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:01:41 +0100

With World Cancer day looming, health experts are calling for greater action to be taken, to push for more effective smoke cessation programmes.

Spanish smoking ban extended

Thu, 19 May 2011 03:00:32 +0100

The Spanish government announced today that it hopes to extend the national smoking ban by 2011. This extension would include bars, restaurants and hotels; something that has not been popular with traders, but which 44% of the country say they would support.

Smoking is the main reason men die before women

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:58:49 +0100

Researchers believe that smoking is the main reason why women are outliving men across Europe.

Binge drinking girls more likely to need morning after pill

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:58:00 +0100

A recent study has shown that women who binge drink are more likely to have to use emergency contraception such as the morning after pill!

Viagra helps woman to become pregnant

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:57:14 +0100

Viagra has helped a British woman to give birth. The impotence treatment was prescribed to thicken her womb, to the point where doctors could implant IVF embryos. Two weeks later, she became pregnant.

Cialis ingredient may help scleroderma sufferers

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:54:50 +0100

Tadalafil, the active ingredient in Cialis, may help scleroderma sufferers.

Junk food found to be as addictive as heroin

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:52:17 +0100

Research conducted in Florida has found that the inclination to snack out on junk food may well be an addiction as opposed to a self affliction

Could sun cream fuel the obesity crisis this summer?

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:50:43 +0100

With summer almost here, many of us will be tempted to pile on the sun cream. But did you know that doing so can raise your chances of becoming obese? Sun cream blocks out vitamin D, a lack of which in our bodies is associated with obesity.

Smoking ban linked to better heart health

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:49:43 +0100

The smoking ban in New Zealand has been credited with improving people's heart health. Researchers from Edinburgh looked at the impact of the ban on the number of hospital admissions for heart attacks, and found a decrease.

Pfizer set to cash in on Tiger Woods-mania with �Tiagra� drug?

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:47:29 +0100

Could Pfizer really be about to release an impotence treatment drug to mark the return of Tiger Woods to golf, called 'Tiagra'?

Woman unsuccessfully sues Google over Levitra search results

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:45:56 +0100

When Beverly Stayart entered her name into the Google search engine, and saw the search suggestion �Bev Stayart Levitra� appear, she was livid.

Tight jeans among impotence causes?

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:43:38 +0100

An Indian doctor has suggested that tight-fitting jeans should be considered as an impotence cause.

Britain's swine flu response saved just 26 lives

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:43:03 +0100

The British government's response to swine flu, which saw them spend �1.2 billion, saved only 26 lives, a new, unreleased report indicates.

Priligy approved in New Zealand

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:41:46 +0100

now seeing Priligy, a cutting edge treatment, as a promising new way in which to alleviate the symptoms associated with premature ejaculation and its launch in New Zealand is thought to be set to help 25,000 men there alone.

Some joggers 'wasting time', say researchers

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:36:20 +0100

Some joggers could be wasting their time, say scientists. They may be better seeking other ways of getting healthy.

Angelina Jolie�s salt diet

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:29:33 +0100

Angelina Jolie prepared for her latest film, Salt by sticking to an intense nutritional regime.

FSA calls for reduction in salt intakes to fight obesity

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:28:21 +0100

Do 40% of men cause their own impotence?

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:24:20 +0100

with 40% of the male population suffering with impotence at one stage or another, experts are beginning to question whether we are to blame.

Scotland to introduce new legislation to reduce fast food portions

Thu, 19 May 2011 02:23:31 +0100

Scotland is set to impose legislation that is designed to reduce the portion sizes that are served up in fast food restaurants.

Smoking while pregnant changes the structure of a child�s DNA

Wed, 18 May 2011 05:03:35 +0100

Adding to weighty evidence that smoking during pregnancy is harmful to unborn babies, a new study shows tobacco make structural changes to a child�s DNA, thereby weakening the child�s immune system.

Advert mocks premature ejaculation

Wed, 18 May 2011 03:37:23 +0100

An advert which appears to mock premature ejaculation has caused controversy in New Zealand.

Contraceptive interventions needed in Sub Saharan Africa: report

Tue, 17 May 2011 12:20:39 +0100

A new report from Guttmacher, a US research institute, says there is a lack of attention and resources dedicated to contraceptive research and development in Sub Saharan Africa, South Central Asia and South East Asia.

NHS changes could affect the fight against obesity

Mon, 16 May 2011 12:50:57 +0100

Upcoming government cuts to NHS funding may be detrimental to the fight against obesity, campaigners are continuing to warn.

Scientists examine gas that could prevent impotence

Mon, 16 May 2011 12:49:01 +0100

Researchers are investigating a gas for its potentially impotence-relieving properties.

New sleep study may shed insight into female sexual dysfunction

Thu, 12 May 2011 12:50:08 +0100

A new study, which shows that women�s natural sleeping patterns are different to men�s, may have implications with regards to female sexual dysfunction.

New documentary explores sexual problems

Wed, 11 May 2011 06:04:14 +0100

A new documentary on BBC 2 tonight could show sexual problems in a whole new light.

Obese, pregnant women to be given diabetes drug in trial

Wed, 11 May 2011 01:02:35 +0100

A new, three-year-long study will test whether the diabetes drug Metformin has benefits for babies born to obese, pregnant women.

European Commission approves Viagra as lung disorder treatment

Mon, 09 May 2011 05:44:45 +0100

The medication Revatio, which is the same substance sold under the brand name �Viagra�, has been approved by the European Commission as a treatment for a rare lung condition that some children develop.

Viagra smugglers arrested

Fri, 06 May 2011 03:07:37 +0100

Two men who planned to smuggle Viagra and Cialis from the US into Cuba have been arrested.

Priligy boosts drug company�s sales figures

Thu, 05 May 2011 05:16:11 +0100

The premature ejaculation medication Priligy has helped to boost sales figures for Furiex.

Obesity and overweight linked to dementia: study

Tue, 03 May 2011 03:29:20 +0100

Being overweight or obese can cause a much greater risk of dementia for middle-aged people, new research says.

Does Viagra disrupt �guy time�?

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 10:21:03 +0100

The world�s most popular erectile dysfunction medication, Viagra, is responsible for a massive loss of male-bonding time amongst buddies.

Golf event may boost town following Viagra centre closure

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:14:14 +0100

A major golfing tournament, which will feature stars such as Tiger Woods, will take place in the town of Sandwich in Kent later this year.

April is US sexually transmitted disease awareness month

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 04:12:02 +0100

Health campaigners are trying to raise awareness about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and to encourage sexual health testing, as part of efforts to make a difference during national STD awareness month in America.

Royal wedding could contribute to obesity

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 06:17:59 +0100

With the royal wedding now just days away, many groups of families and friends are stocking their cupboards with foods and drinks in anticipation of the big day.

Levitra tweet from Bayer causes a stir

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 03:18:37 +0100

Levitra Orodispersible was the focus of a recent tweet by Bayer which has been criticised by industry insiders.

�Premature ejaculation� criteria causes controversy on TV show

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:07:21 +0100

A controversial South African TV show called �Porn Star� will judge contestants on criteria such as premature ejaculation and penis size.

Viagra being 'rationed' by GPs?

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 03:26:20 +0100

British GPs are rationing Viagra as financial restrictions on public health tighten up.

Viagra-selling suburban mum arrested

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 03:45:39 +0100

Viagra was being sold illegally by a suburban mum in America, in a case that has caused immense surprise in her community.

Weight gain warning for bank holiday weekends

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:33:33 +0100

The upcoming bank holiday weekends could see Britons piling on the weight.

Beijing cabbies suffer erectile dysfunction in silence

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:37:51 +0100

More than half of taxi drivers in the Chinese capital of Beijing are suffering from erectile dysfunction, a new government survey has indicated.

Weight loss can aid concentration

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 05:09:26 +0100

Losing weight can help people to concentrate more easily.

Could smoking be banned in Australian apartments?

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 03:27:34 +0100

The Australian government is proposing to pass some of the toughest anti-smoking legislation seen anywhere in the world.

Will new Viagra formulations help Pfizer compete with generics?

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 11:24:31 +0100

With the patent-expiry date of Viagra is looming, experts say that a new, chewable form of the medication has been developed specifically to compete with generic competitors.

Vegetarian diet lowers diabetes, obesity risk

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:42:25 +0100

While many Britons are fiercely proud of our traditional, meat-eating culture, is it now time for us to accept that a vegetarian diet has its benefits? A new study indicates that going veggie can cut our risk of developing the obesity-related health problem, diabetes.

Andrew Lloyd Webber impotent after prostate surgery

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 06:04:18 +0100

British composer Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that having his prostate removed in 2009, after being diagnosed with prostate cancer, has left him impotent.

Obesity surgery spending booms in Suffolk

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 07:49:01 +0100

Spending on obesity surgery rose 65% in the space of a year in Suffolk, the East Anglian Daily Times revealed, after quizzing local health authorities using the Freedom of Information act.

Pfizer announce lay-offs in Dublin

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 11:12:35 +0100

Pfizer bosses have announced that they are seeking 60 to 80 voluntary redundancies at their site in Dublin.

Obesity and alcohol cost NHS Wales �140 per year

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:00:42 +0100

A staggering new survey has revealed that obesity and alcohol cost the NHS �140 million per year in Wales alone.

Irish obesity rises

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 04:45:10 +0100

Obesity is on the increase in Ireland, new figures released this week suggest.

Smoking in cars puts children at risk for one hour

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 03:36:37 +0100

Smokers with children in their cars may have thought opening windows or throwing their cigarettes away was enough to protect youngsters� health. But a new study indicates that children are actually at risk for one hour after the cigarette has been stubbed out.

Smoking doubles oesophageal cancer risk

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 03:35:07 +0100

Smoking doubles your risk of oesophageal cancer according to a new review of studies.

Is �fat hate� on the rise?

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:55:29 +0100

It�s well established that obesity is a major public health problem worldwide, with one billion people tipping the scales the wrong way according to the World Health Organisation. But in the midst of this crisis, are all our concerns about obesity leading us to stigmatising overweight people?

�Viagra dog� used to sniff out counterfeit medicines

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 04:47:04 +0100

This week Finland is being visited by an unusual guest � a dog that has the ability to detect the smell of fake Viagra.

Diet pill usage soars

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 05:03:13 +0100

The use of anti-obesity medications has increased eleven-fold over the past decade.

Cigarette taxes rise

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:43:26 +0000

It was bad news for smokers yesterday as the chancellor, George Osbourne, announced in his budget that from 6pm today, there will be a 50 pence rise on 20-packs of cigarettes.

China announces indoor smoking ban

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 04:23:32 +0000

China will introduce a ban on indoor smoking in public areas.

Viagra-manufacturer's CEO salary revealed

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 05:48:30 +0000

The salary of the head of Viagra-manufacturing company Pfizer has been revealed.

Viagra commercials celebrated by newspaper

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 05:21:21 +0000

A major American newspaper has run a feature, celebrating what its reporter deems to be the best Viagra commercials.

New Levitra treatment rolls off the tongue

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 10:39:58 +0000

Impotence affects many thousands of men in the UK, but fortunately, modern medicines mean the condition can be treated effectively � and the latest drug on the market promises to make impotence treatment even more convenient.

Viagra manufacturer's website criticised

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 06:06:00 +0000

British newspaper the Evening Standard has criticised Viagra-maker Pfizer for their British website.

Can mobile apps help you quit smoking?

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 03:18:47 +0000

Whether you want to quit smoking or lose weight, there are now smart phone applications that claim to help you along the path to better health. But do they actually work?

Longer lives despite rising obesity

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:54:37 +0000

People are living longer, despite a rise in obesity.

Could Champix be affected by Pfizer changes?

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 01:09:44 +0000

A commercial re-shuffle by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer could affect which drugs it manufacturers.

Cialis provided by US federal health insurer

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:49:58 +0000

The federal health insurer in America called Medicare has paid for millions of dollars of erectile dysfunction treatment illegally including Cialis.

TV show could help reduce child obesity

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:46:27 +0000

A BBC TV show called Lazytown should be used to help tackle child obesity in Britain, ministers say.

One in three say obese should pay for own health care

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 03:41:13 +0000

A study, commissioned by a health insurance company, suggests that nearly a third of Britons believe obese people should pay for their own health care.

Celebrities quit smoking

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:53:25 +0000

Can you quit smoking by replacing cigarettes with tweeting? For George Michael at least, this tactic seems to be working.

Tobacco displays will be banned in shops

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 05:50:28 +0000

Tobacco displays will be banned in British shops, as part of a series of new government anti-smoking measures.

Man may have lost his �penile spine� during evolution

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 11:32:38 +0000

Somewhere along the long line of man�s evolution, small spines on his penis were lost, scientists from three important American universities have speculated.

Pfizer enters Sandwich site talks

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 05:57:04 +0000

Pfizer has entered talks with more than ten businesses, which are interested in acquiring the company's research and development centre, in Sandwich, Kent.

Toenails may show that a smoker has lung cancer

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 02:37:51 +0000

A new study, which is published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, has revealed that smokers� toenails can help to predict their risk of developing lung cancer.

Viagra and Cialis sold illegally from store

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 07:00:25 +0000

Viagra and Cialis tablets were being sold illegally from a convenience store in Sumter County, South Carolina.

Smoking blamed for female lung cancer increase

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 12:43:10 +0000

Smoking has been blamed for an increase in female lung cancer between 1975 and 2008.

BMI questioned as obesity measure

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 12:42:10 +0000

Body Mass Index (BMI) is the standard measure used to judge obesity in Britain, but a leading health expert, Dr Margret Ashwell OBE, believes it is time to introduce a new standard.

New treatment for female sexual dysfunction?

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:19:40 +0000

A new potential treatment for female sexual dysfunction will be submitted to the Food and Drug Administration this year.

Viagra site closure discussed by MPs

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 03:38:07 +0000

The closure of the Sandwich, Kent research and development centre where Viagra was first invented was discussed by members of parliament on Wednesday.

�Viagra isn�t for me�: Britain�s oldest father of twins

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 03:21:14 +0000

Richard Roden became a father of 13 at the age of 72 last month, after giving birth to twins. Yet despite being Britain�s oldest father of twins, the former welder, from the West Midlands, says he has not needed to use the popular erectile dysfunction treatment Viagra to keep things going in the bedroom.

Cialis counterfeiter jailed for 40 months

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:37:14 +0000

Cialis counterfeiter Christiaan Winkel will serve a 40 month jail sentence.

Police officers tweet Viagra raid

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:17:53 +0000

Police in Birmingham seized thousands of fake Viagra tablets this week, in a raid on a Birmingham house, while keeping the public informed of their progress through the popular social networking website Twitter.

Obesity causes joint ageing

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:02:02 +0000

Obesity causes people�s joints to prematurely age, putting strain on hips, knees and ankles, according to a new study.

Champix could be provided in Canadian province

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 11:18:36 +0000

The quit-smoking medication Champix could be provided on the public health service in Ontario, Canada, it is being reported.

Cialis manufacturers: Brazilian drug market will grow

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 05:36:02 +0000

The company behind the popular erectile dysfunction treatment Cialis have predicted huge growth in the Brazilian pharmaceutical market between now and 2015.

Viagra for women criticised in new book

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 02:35:14 +0000

The pharmaceutical industry�s hunt for a Viagra for women has been criticised by an author who believes that profits are the primary motivation for the search, as opposed to women�s health.

Levitra website is most effective at encouraging doctor visits

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 07:14:49 +0000

The Levitra website, run by the drug�s manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline/Bayer, has been ranked the most successful drug website, in terms of persuading visitors to consult with their doctors for a Levitra prescription.

Cialis-smuggling Paralympics gold medallist faces $30,000 fine

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 07:23:34 +0000

A Paralympic gold medallist, who led the Canadian Paralympic curling team to glory in 2010, has been fined $30,000 for his part in a scheme where he and his son smuggled counterfeit Viagra and Cialis tablets across the country�s border.

Viagra advertisement comes under scrutiny from automobile fans

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 09:22:59 +0000

An advertisement for Viagra, which appeared on US television channels, has come under scrutiny from an unexpected group � automobile enthusiasts.

Weight loss drug Contrave rejected by authorities

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 03:01:26 +0000

A new weight loss medication called Contrave has been rejected by the Food and Drug Administration � America�s official drug regulation body � over concerns about its safety.

Lung cancer epidemic may have peaked in women

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 12:48:26 +0000

A 50-year long female lung cancer epidemic, caused by high smoking levels in the past, may have peaked in Britain.

NHS: quit smoking for Valentine�s Day

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 05:46:14 +0000

The NHS is encouraging smokers to quit for Valentine�s Day.

New premature ejaculation trial launched

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 11:08:28 +0000

A new study into premature ejaculation has been launched. Researchers hope to improve their insight into this common, and often highly emotionally wounding, condition.

David Cameron: Viagra centre closure is �depressing�

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 01:08:02 +0000

The closure of Pfizer�s state-of-the-art research centre in Sandwich is �depressing,� the Prime Minister, David Cameron has stated.

Kate Middleton�s weight loss fears

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 12:15:11 +0000

Kate Middleton is fearful that she will lose too much weight before the royal wedding in April.

�Fat tax� to curb obesity will hit takeaways

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 11:26:31 +0000

A �fat tax� could be levied on new fast food takeaways.

Could turning down your heating help weight loss?

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 06:49:50 +0000

Turning down your thermostat may help you lose weight, a study seems to suggest.

Erection problems drug works in 15 minutes

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 09:25:57 +0000

A new erection problems drug can help 80% of men with erectile dysfunction to overcome their problem in just 15 minutes, new research suggests.

Obesity surgery is in demand among thin people

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 12:07:02 +0000

Obesity surgery is designed for people with a severely high body mass index (BMI). But alarmingly, a number of women who are thin, but still looking for an easy way to lose weight, are now requesting the procedure.

Viagra gift for F1 boss

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 07:53:53 +0000

Formula One racing boss Bernie Ecclestone was given a Viagra-related gift for his 80th birthday.

Obesity reduced by doing away with daylight saving time

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 07:43:37 +0000

Should we do away with daylight savings time, so we have more natural light and greater opportunity to exercise?

Viagra helps with altitude sickness

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 10:04:21 +0000

The impotence drug Viagra can help people to overcome altitude sickness, the Los Angeles Times reports.

Ten die with swine flu in Yorkshire

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 10:03:56 +0000

A quarter of national swine flu deaths have happened in East Yorkshire, with ten people with the condition having died there.

Morning after pill availability increases in Ireland

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 12:43:45 +0000

The morning after pill will be easier to access in Ireland from tomorrow, when select high street chemists will begin stocking the medication.

Priligy will be made available in Singapore

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 06:08:59 +0000

Men in Singapore who suffer from premature ejaculation will soon be able to benefit from Priligy.

Two in three Chinese will be obese by 2030

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 05:19:28 +0000

An estimated two thirds of Chinese people could be obese by 20 to 30 years time, if no action is taken, the Centre for Disease Control (CDC) has warned.

Swine flu and obesity linked

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 02:11:08 +0000

Swine flu is more threatening to obese people, new research from America suggests.

Swine flu kills mother of two

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 11:53:27 +0000

A mother of two from Liverpool has become one of the latest victims of the swine flu epidemic.

Quitting smoking is good for mental health

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 11:51:17 +0000

Although many people believe that smoking can help to relieve stress and depression, new studies have shown the opposite in that it can have a detrimental effect on mental health.

Hugh Hefner explains Viagra claim

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 09:36:04 +0000

Playboy head-honcho Hugh Hefner has spoken about a rumour that he would take a Viagra tablet at a nightclub, while consulting his watch so that he�d be ready for sex when the Playboy girls walked in.

Pregnant woman in coma as the result of swine flu

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 11:39:08 +0000

The family of a pregnant woman diagnosed with swine flu is to face the worst possible decision; who can be saved � her or her unborn baby.

Talking about impotence makes Australian men 'uncomfortable'

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 06:19:38 +0000

Viagra, erectile dysfunction and impotence: three terms that make a third of Australian men feel uncomfortable, according to Pfizer.

Viagra pies stolen

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 06:18:23 +0000

A baker was forced to admit that he had put erectile dysfunction drug Viagra into his pies, when they were stolen as he made his way to a pie eating competition in Wigan.

Low taxation on cigarettes in the Philippines leads to an increase in smokers

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:06:05 +0000

The former Health Secretary in the Philippines, Jamie Galvez-Tan, is pushing for legislators to increase the taxation on cigarettes, to make smoking less affordable for children and teens.

�Herbal Viagra� prompts safety warning

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:53:36 +0000

A herbal Viagra treatment has been found to contain sildenafil, prompting warnings from the Food and Drug Administration that consumers should stick to genuine Viagra.

Emergency contraception harder to obtain due to cold weather

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 10:55:10 +0000

Emergency contraception has been harder to obtain during this cold spell of weather, with at least one sexual health clinic forced to close.

Teens as young as 13 given contraceptive pill without prescription

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:35:27 +0000

Teens as young as 13 will be able to get the contraceptive pill without a prescription from 10 high street chemists on the Isle of Wight from November. The scheme hopes to reduce the high rates of teen pregnancy.

Swine Flu set to make a comeback

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:28:15 +0000

Medical professionals predict that swine flu is set to make a comeback this season.

Celebs team up to support anti-smoking campaign

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:24:17 +0000

Ricky Gervais and Sir Alex Ferguson have teamed up with a list of other celebs to raise awareness of lung cancer.

Lindsay Lohan asked to quit smoking

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:22:14 +0000

Lindsay Lohan�s dad has sent his daughter an electronic cigarette to help her to quit smoking.

New mums under pressure to lose weight

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:58:47 +0000

New mums are under pressure to lose weight due to celebrity weight loss.

Scientists discover gene linked to high cholesterol

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:54:09 +0000

Scientists have disvovered a certain gene that may cause certain people to suffer from high cholesterol more than others!

Female sexual dysfunction disputed

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:51:25 +0000

An Australian academic has disputed drug company claims about female sexual dysfunction.

Pregnant women to be given flu vaccine for first time

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:50:44 +0000

This year pregnant women will now be offered the swine flu vaccine as last year 30% of swine flu deaths were mums-to-be.

Hair loss treatment no longer provided in Surrey

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:48:51 +0000

NHS Surrey will no longer be providing hair loss treatments for patients suffering from baldness.

Sexual maturity linked with obesity

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:47:32 +0000

A study which was released in the journal Nature Genetics, highlighted more than 30 genes, a number of which have been linked to weight management and fat metabolism.

Viagra sildenafil costs NHS 9 million this year

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:45:28 +0000

Scottish NHS spends more on Viagra than on penicillin .

Brits with premature ejaculation suffer in silence

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:11:52 +0000

Premature ejaculation is affecting millions of Brits, but few are talking about it, surprising new research indicates.

Obesity linked with our sense of smell

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:52:20 +0000

Whilst it�s little secret that our noses can often allow us to succumb to temptation when it comes to over indulging, but experts have found that for obese people, the sense of smell may play a bigger role than first thought.

British holidaymakers bringing home herpes

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:29:01 +0000

A huge number of British holiday-makers are contracting STDs whilst abroad according to a recent survey!

Doctor claims porn helps premature ejaculation

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:58:30 +0000

A medical expert from Singapore has controversially claimed that pornography can help premature ejaculation sufferers.

Morbidly obese teen regains weight

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 06:07:58 +0000

Britain�s heaviest teenager loses weight at a weight loss camp, only to regain the weight and more one, year later.

Half of diabetics become impotent

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 06:07:07 +0000

Around 50% of diabetic men end up becoming impotent, according to research presented at a symposium in Abu Dhabi.

Mum puts two year old on a diet to avoid obesity

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 07:39:16 +0100

Child aged eight has been on a diet since the age of just two.

Viagra blue pill used to treat babies with congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 05:46:27 +0100

Impotence cure Viagra is now being used to treat babies with congenital diaphragmatic hernia.

It�s �Wear Your Trainers to Work day� in Scotland, designed to tackle obesity

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 03:11:11 +0100

Today is �Wear your Trainers to Work day� in Scotland.

Erectile dysfunction surgery breakthrough

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 03:21:33 +0100

A Welsh hospital has become the first in Europe to carry out a new impotence operation.

Slimmer killed by crash diet?

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 11:58:19 +0100

A slimmer's death from heart failure may have been caused by her crash diet, an inquest heard yesterday.

Dangerous �baldness cure� uncovered

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 06:44:23 +0100

The truth behind a dangerous substance that purports to be a baldness cure has been revealed.

Cialis releases Canadian sex survey

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 08:09:53 +0100

Cialis has released a sex survey giving a glimpse into the sex lives of Canadians.

Smoking ban in homes across the UK

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 07:43:40 +0100

Top doctor is proposing a smoking ban for all parents in their homes and cars to protect the health of the nation's children.

Levitra and rum combo blamed for arson

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 06:11:59 +0100

In an Arson court case in Canada, a defendant's claim that the combination of Levitra and alcohol caused his actions has been rejected.

Birth control pill as effective for obese women

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 03:14:12 +0100

A recent study has revealed that the effectiveness of contraception pills are not different for obese women!

More than 1000 pre teens on the pill

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 03:07:08 +0100

More than 1000 11-12 year olds using contraceptive pill!

Anti-impotence wafer on the way

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:54:41 +0100

A wafer that dissolves on the tongue to treat impotence is in development.

Impotence risk for prostate cancer-treatment

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 11:47:24 +0100

Prostate cancer treatment can cause impotence or erectile dysfunction. A new study shows certain treatment methods may pose less risks than others, though.

Cash incentives to give up smoking

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 06:52:17 +0100

Cash incentives could be given to people who make the effort to give up smoking.

Fire crew launch smoking cessation service

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 06:54:42 +0100

A fire crew has launched a smoking cessation service, following a smoking pensioner's death.

Electrical brain stimulation may help you quit smoking

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 06:45:05 +0100

Brain stimulation therapy has helped a woman to lose weight. Could this be a new way to help people quit smoking?

Obese thirteen year old boy is youngest in world to have weight loss surgery

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 06:44:04 +0100

The son of the most obese woman in Britain paid for her thirteen year old son to have a gastric band fitted- making him the youngest in the world to undergo the weight loss surgery.

Talking works better for women than taking Viagra pill

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 06:36:33 +0100

A new study has found that talking works better for women when it comes to treating female sexual dysfunction than libido boosting pills and topical lotions.

Cholesterol treatments prevent other infections

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:03:09 +0100

A number of recent studies have suggested that cholesterol treatments statins, could benefit a number of other disorders such as pneumonia!

Lily Allen 'not missing smoking'

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 02:52:00 +0100

Pregnant pop star Lily Allen says she doesn't miss smoking!

Arena's Lorcaserin weight loss drug rejected by FDA

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 01:37:42 +0100

Weight loss drug Locaserin has been rejected by the Food and Drug Administration in America over fears that it could cause cancer.

Smoking ban helping to reduce asthma cases

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 01:10:11 +0100

A new study in Scotland has further highlighted the positive health benefits of the smoking ban. The report has revealed that rates of heart attacks and child asthma have been reduced since the ban.

Cialis sales gaining on Viagra

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 02:48:54 +0100

Cialis is the number one selling erectile dysfunction drug, according to manufacturers Elli Lilly!

Council funds stop smoking worker

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:06:31 +0100

Scunthorpe council has funded a stop smoking worker, specifically employed to help people quit smoking!

Hospitals back track over ban after patients fail to stop smoking

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:03:48 +0100

Two hospitals in the UK have backed down on their onsite policies of no smoking, amongst fears that patients are now smoking inside. It is being reported that staff were also caught smoking on site!

One in six under 35s has high cholesterol � study

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 12:51:47 +0100

A recent survey has revealed that awareness around cholesterol in the UK is not as good as it should be. The survey also revealed that 1 in 6 people under 35 questioned had high levels of cholesterol.

Abbott's Reductil is further considered by the FDA

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 02:44:02 +0100

Experts in America will decide whether the weight loss pills called Reductil in Europe, should be restricted from use in America. The medication is available as Meridia in United States!

Levitra given European approval

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 03:02:59 +0100

A new Levitra formulation has been approved in Europe.

Could weight loss surgery save the economy?

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:04:56 +0100

Weight loss surgery could help Britain's economy, by allowing obese people to come off benefits and return to employment, the Royal College of Surgeons has argued.

Cholesterol lowering statins may also treat arthritis � study

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:41:27 +0100

Statins help a huge number of people to combat high cholesterol. A new study has revealed that they may also be able to treat arthritis!

Impotence drug seller jailed

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:17:57 +0100

Unlicensed impotence drugs were seized at the house of a man from Birmingham, who has received a 9 month jail sentence.

Bernie Nolan reveals baldness

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 02:37:09 +0100

Bernie Nolan stepped in front of the cameras with a bald head this week. The singer, known for fronting 80s pop group The Nolans, has lost her hair due to cancer treatment.

Stop smoking responses differ

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:59:10 +0100

Evidence is mounting to suggest that people respond to stop smoking programmes in different ways.

Influenza expert tells experts to stay vigilant after swine flu

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:04:28 +0100

Influenza expert has warned global health organisations to stay vigilant in fighting influenza. Mr Webster has highlighted bird flu as the next possible pandemic!

Zoo in Cairo puts lions on emergency contraception pill

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:40:14 +0100

A zoo in Cairo has put lions on the emergency contraception pill, to stem overcrowding.

�Four hour erection� Cialis adverts spark debate

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:38:45 +0100

�Four hour erection� Cialis adverts spark debate

Landlords tell smokers to kick the habit

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 07:09:55 +0100

A new survey shows 38% of landlords do not tolerate smoking. Only 7% said they would give their properties to a smoker.

Smoking cessation needed in New Zealand's prisons

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:39:26 +0100

Smoking cessation interventions are needed in New Zealand's prisons, campaigners have argued.

Cholesterol lowering statins not linked to cancer

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:47:49 +0100

Despite past studies suggesting that there could be links, a new report has revealed that statins don't have a direct relationship with cancer!

Experts back diet to combat dangerous effects of bad cholesterol

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:00:25 +0100

A new study has revealed a certain type of diet that can help people to cut the risk of heart problems!

Viagra prostitution ring dismantled

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:58:37 +0100

Spanish police have arrested a criminal gang that plied male prostitutes with Viagra.

Canadian government urged to pay for smoking treatments

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 06:46:23 +0100

The Canadian Medical Association Journal has urged the Canadian government to pay for smoking treatments.

Elin Nordegren losing hair as a result of stress

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 06:14:38 +0100

Tiger Wood's ex wife has revealed that she has been losing her hair as a result of the stress she has been under in the last 9 months!

NHS reports that record amounts of people quit smoking

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:03:06 +0100

A record number of people have quit smoking! The NHS has reported an 11% increase in the amount of quitters!

Cholesterol levels affected by menstrual cycle

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:01:30 +0100

A new study reveals that cholesterol levels are affected by a woman's menstrual cycle. This has led to calls for improved cholesterol screening!

Michelle Obama at the forefont of Whitehouse war on obesity

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 08:22:00 +0100

Michelle Obama at the forefont of Whitehouse war on obesity

Genital Herpes treatments don�t affect childbirth � study

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:01:17 +0100

A recent study has revealed that pregnant women who take genital herpes treatments when they're pregnant are not putting their children's health at risk!

Viagra substitute causes �worrisome� heart changes

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:46:48 +0100

An impotence drug supplement, Enzte, has been found to lower men's heart rate.

Smoking in China �as bad as SARS�

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:59:40 +0100

The head of the World Health Organisation says tobacco addiction in China is so serious, it needs to be given the same level of attention as SARS.

Link between obesity and low sperm count discovered

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 06:04:26 +0100

A new study has revealed that being obese may affect your fertility. The study suggests that obesity can cause men to have a lower than average sperm count.

Jedward embrace baldness

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:19:10 +0100

Jedward say they are shaving their heads to avoid intimidating bald people.

Ignore the �obesity mafia� says weight expert

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:28:27 +0100

An obesity expert has slammed the idea that people cannot still be healthy if they are overweight.

Supersizing comes to Britain

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:27:40 +0100

A weight loss poll shows Britons are increasingly tempted to increase meal size.

Free Viagra for Euro MPs

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 06:48:19 +0100

European Commission MPs will receive free Viagra on their health insurance, the Sun has revealed.

Dietary improvements would reduce dementia

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:32:09 +0100

Improvements in eating habits would cut dementia rates by 6.5%, researchers have reported in the British Medical Journal.

French think British are �fat�

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 09:48:49 +0100

French people think of the British as old fashioned and obese, according to a new survey, conducted by car manufacturers Renault.

Thousands quit smoking in Bradford

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 07:23:14 +0100

Bradford Community Health Services have helped 4,000 people to quit smoking this year. Over the past decade, the authority has helped 27,000 people to go smoke free.

Britons �digging their own graves� by over-eating

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 03:23:10 +0100

The UK's top doctor has warned that British people are "digging their own graves" by eating too much junk food. Professor Steve Field says people need to take more responsibility for their health.

Childhood obesity declining?

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 03:21:33 +0100

New evidence suggests that childhood obesity is stabilising or declining in many developed countries.

Rooney criticised over cigarette snap

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:27:07 +0100

Wayne Rooney criticised over cigarette snap!

Obesity dictated by brain cells

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:26:32 +0100

Being obese may be determined before you're even born!

High cholesterol in younger years haunts you into old age

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:14:46 +0100

Young people with high cholesterol levels may be setting themselves up for problems later in life, a study from the University of California, in San Francisco, has shown.

Concern over �slimming camera�

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 10:36:17 +0100

A new camera claims it can slim you. But is this simply a way for obese people to avoid the real issue at hand?

Smoking ban extension plans scrapped

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 06:25:59 +0100

National plans to extend the smoking ban, proposed by Labour last year, have been rejected by the new government.

Fast food advertising restrictions working

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:03:04 +0100

Fewer children are being exposed to junk food advertising, thanks to efforts from telecoms regulator Ofcom.

German MP calls for obesity tax

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:26:43 +0100

German MP Marco Wanderwitz has, this week, proposed a legislation that would see overweight and obese people having to pay more tax than others. Figures revealed last month have suggested that 51% of Germany�s population are overweight.

Silver screen smoking given the thumbs down by council

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:13:03 +0100

Plymouth Council may impose an 18 certificate on any film that features smoking, in an attempt to reduce smoking among young people.

Obesity linked to rise in womb cancer

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:53:37 +0100

Obesity has been linked to a rise in womb cancer cases.

Vegetarian diets help weight loss

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 06:36:20 +0100

A study of 400,000 people has linked meat-eating to weight gain.

Cigarette smugglers jailed

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 06:44:45 +0100

Five members of a gang who imported fake cigarettes into the UK have been jailed.

Baldness is in fashion

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 04:12:50 +0100

Hair loss has become trendy, fashion experts have predicted.

Depression and impotence combined can be deadly

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:36:18 +0100

Men with erectile dysfunction and impotence may face a higher risk of suffering from heart attacks, a new study has indicated.

Should child obesity be a child protection issue?

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:40:37 +0100

Experts from University College London have suggested that parents who let their children become obese could be put on the child protection register.

Swine flu vaccine breakthrough

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:11:37 +0100

Scientists from Oxford University say that they have reached a "eureka moment" in their influenza vaccine research.

Prince says playing guitar has stopped him going bald

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:47:39 +0100

Playing guitar regularly can prevent the onset of baldness, the pop star Prince has claimed.

Smoking-related deaths in Asia could double in the next decade

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:49:44 +0100

A new study from the George Institute of Global Health has highlighted the desperate need for smoking cessation interventions in Asia.

Intense weight loss sessions can help women through menopause

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:06:29 +0100

Menopausal women can prevent hot flushes through intense weight loss regimes, a study from the University of California has shown.

Men who use impotence treatments face higher STD risk

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 07:59:41 +0100

New evidence from America has demonstrated that men who take impotence drugs like Viagra are more inclined to contract STDs.

Drug dealer caught with Viagra at T in the Park festival

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:46:37 +0100

A 29 year old who was found with Viagra and illegal drugs at last year's T in The Park festival was in court yesterday.

Watching England this World Cup can shift calories

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 11:29:31 +0100

Just had a McDonalds? You'd better sit down and watch the game then if you want to shift those calories! You're probably double taking about now but experts have proven that watching a big game can help burn calories.

Sonia Poulton on pregnancy smoking struggle

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:36:07 +0100

Journalist admits to pre natal smoking!

�1.2 billion swine flu response was money well spent, review says

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:37:59 +0100

Britain's reaction to swine flu was proportionate according to an expert review.

Is inactivity actually a symptom of obesity?

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:16:35 +0100

New evidence implies that children avoid exercise because they are overweight, not the other way around.

Impotence linked with diabetes

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:56:42 +0100

Research suggests that erectile dysfunction may be linked with incidents of diabetes, heart disease and other cardiovascular difficulties.

Family receives an apology after NHS letter calls their son �overweight�

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:50:42 +0100

The family of an 11 year-old who was labelled 'overweight' in an NHS letter has received an apology from the service.

Second hand smoke can cause genetic mutations in unborn babies

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 12:44:11 +0100

Pregnant mothers who inhale second hand smoke are at risk of their babies being born with genetic mutations, just as those who smoke themselves are, new research shows.

Bald man wins court verdict

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:05:48 +0100

Bald man appeals police application snub!

McDonald�s sued over Happy Meals

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 01:39:22 +0100

McDonald's is being threatened with a lawsuit over their Happy Meals. The Centre for Science in the Public Interest are planning to sue the fast food giant for using cartoon branding to make their food attractive to children.

Young girls �live on junk food�

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:08:33 +0100

Teenage girls are living on junk food, results from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey show.

Hong Kong hires smoking ban enforcers

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:07:46 +0100

The government of Hong Kong has hired 'tobacco inspectors', to enforce the smoking ban. Could neighboring China learn a lesson from the nation, where smoking levels have dropped dramatically since the 1980s?

Erectile dysfunction drugs now used to treat other conditions

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:52:57 +0100

Erectile dysfunction drugs Viagra and Cialis are being used to successfully treat conditions other than impotence, doctors are reporting.

Canada breathes easy after smoking ban

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:51:25 +0100

Canadians are breathing easy, almost ten years after the government introduced a public smoking ban. Tobacco-related hospital admissions have fallen by one third.

Plymouth ups the smoking cessation anti

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:12:28 +0100

Plymouth council battles high smoking rates!

Pregnant women to be tested for smoking cessation

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 05:12:18 +0100

A major government watchdog is now suggesting that all pregnant women should be tested to see whether or not they are smoking in a bid to help with smoking cessation.

New research shows vitamins can help fight heart disease

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 02:04:35 +0100

We have both good and bad cholesterol and we all know that it is a very important part of our physical make up. Monitoring our cholesterol is a vital way to prevent the threat of suffering from a stroke or heart attack.

Scientists' understanding of diabetes-related impotence improves

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:06:29 +0100

A new study, looking into the molecular process behind diabetes-related impotence, giving scientists a new insight into how erectile dysfunction works.

Asia braces itself for influenza outbreaks during the monsoon

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:54:03 +0100

Himalayan Viagra leads to violent clashes

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:19:21 +0100

Violent clashes have taken place over a herbal Viagra substitute in the Himalayas, The Guardian has reported.

Impotence for England with Rio out?

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:04:27 +0100

Critics initially thought the absence of Rooney would leave England without a hope but with saving graces come further blows as Rio Ferdinand is now thought to be out for the entire tournament. The question is; will this leave England impotent?

Non smoking mother dying of lung cancer

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 04:49:03 +0100

Loving Mother, Lynda Mitchell has given a public warning concerning the very real dangers of passive smoking. Despite having never touched a cigarette herself, she has been diagnosed with �smoker�s lung� which experts put down to the fact her parents had smoked around her.

Over-forties lack sexual stamina

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 03:26:39 +0100

Older couples would benefit significantly from premature ejaculation drugs, a new survey into the sex lives of over 45s has found.

John Goodman loses weight

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:04:47 +0100

John Goodman has turned away from his obese past and lost a dramatic amount of weight.

Viagra scam costs drug firm �200,000

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 03:13:59 +0100

Viagra manufacturers, Pfizer, were conned out of �200,000 by an employee.

New anaesthetic spray shown to help with premature ejaculation

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:25:20 +0100

PSD502 spray to prevent premature ejaculation?

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 02:18:23 +0100

There has been a great deal of talk about so called wonder treatments of late, designed to help treat premature ejaculation. If reports are to be believed, a brand new spray may be hitting the market very soon with experts tipping it to work 6 times more effectively than current medications.

Could obesity rates rise after the World Cup?

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 12:53:28 +0100

The World Cup could negatively impact on childhood obesity levels. A cancer charity has warned that sponsorship from McDonald's and Coca Cola will send out the wrong message during the games.

High cholesterol may be caused by the brain

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 12:52:22 +0100

Our brains may be responsible for regulating our cholesterol levels, new research on animals would suggest.

Obesity leads to aggressive prostate cancer

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 12:16:04 +0100

Obesity can make prostate cancer worse, a new study has revealed.

Fake Cialis erectile dysfunction treatments found by police

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:46:32 +0100

Fake Cialis drugs have been seized by police in South Korea, not long after a study by scientists in the country showed that erectile dysfunction drugs are very common there.

Swine flu drug breakthrough

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:49:55 +0100

Scientists believe they have made a breakthrough in swine flu treatment. They have found a new drug that they will believe will be significantly more effective than tamiflu.

Impotence drugs help with brain tumors

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:10:26 +0100

Viagra and Levitra can help treatments for cancer-related brain tumors to work more effeciently, scientists have discovered.

Is 2010 World Cup star Matthew Booth set to become a hair loss hero?

Mon, 24 May 2010 04:17:44 +0100

South African footballer, Matthew Booth, is being called the countries's very own David Beckham. He also happens to be completely bald. With the 2010 World Cup around the corner, this is surely his time to shine on the pitch. But could he also become a hair loss hero, for men who are affected by baldness?

Belly fat linked to Alzheimer�s disease

Mon, 24 May 2010 01:42:00 +0100

A new study from the University of Boston has linked abdominal (belly) fat to the onset of Alzheimer\'s disease. The study examined middle and older-aged people. Its results suggest that obesity could put people at risk of dementia in later life.

News consequences of smoking: tumors of the colon, rectum and ovary

Fri, 21 May 2010 09:37:48 +0100

International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which depends on the World Health Organization has commissioned a team of scientists to conduct a comprehensive study on several carcinogenic substances related to personal habits and household exposures.

Rock star endures 48 hour erection after Viagra overdose

Fri, 21 May 2010 03:35:52 +0100

The hard-core rock star and lead guitarist for Tokio Hotel; Tom Kautlitz has revealed exactly how he ended up enduring a 48 hour long erection.

Viagra becomes embroiled in US health care row

Fri, 21 May 2010 03:26:25 +0100

Viagra has become part of the US health care row, after the Republican politican, Tom Coburn, argued that President's Obama's health care reforms should include an amendment to prohibit the sale of

Liverpool council look to ban the word 'obesity' from schools

Wed, 19 May 2010 01:59:22 +0100

We have seen a number of reports into whether the increasing numbers of obese children are perhaps a by product - or in the very least made worse, by negative attitudes they face from both the media and their everyday environments and one particular region in the UK has now imposed a blanket ban on the word �obesity� in a bid to protect overweight school children from suffering at the hands of negative attitudes surround the condition.

Eating nuts lowers cholesterol

Mon, 17 May 2010 01:20:46 +0100

Eating nuts regularly can help us to lower out cholesterol levels, scientists from the US have discovered. Their research gives more weight to the claim that nuts are good for us. It could even show that eating nuts can help to reduce our risk of becoming impotent; high cholesterol is sometimes to blame when people become impotent.

Is there too much smoking in films?

Tue, 11 May 2010 09:15:37 +0100

Health experts from the journal Thorax believe that children who see actors smoking in films are more likely to smoke themselves.

Cameron reveals coalition talks won't finish prematurely

Tue, 11 May 2010 01:29:31 +0100

David Cameron has announced that the talks for an effective collation government are nearing climax and has highlighted that we must be patient. Looking to avoid finishing the discussions prematurely, the lack of virility on the part of Labour has rendered them impotent, enabling both the Liberal Democrats and the Conservatives to thrash out a deal for a united government.

Could summer drinking make your hair fall out?

Fri, 07 May 2010 03:34:58 +0100

With the summer almost upon us, it\'s tempting to hit the bar and start drinking. However, do you know that excessive alcohol consumption can actually cause your hair to drop out?

One million Brits qualify for obesity surgery

Fri, 07 May 2010 03:34:15 +0100

Obesity is now so widespread in Britain that almost one million people qualify for government-funded weight loss surgery. The situation is so severe that one specialist has called it a "walking time bomb" that threatens the UK economy.

Seven million illegal cigarettes seized

Tue, 04 May 2010 04:54:27 +0100

Police have confiscated seven million illegal cigarettes that were found aboard a ferry arriving in Britain from France.

No Smoking day campaigners look to reduce smoking figures

Mon, 03 May 2010 01:27:19 +0100

Wednesday 10th March will see the UK's annual No Smoking Day, designed to raise awareness of the importance of smoke cessation.

Prisoner sues prison for imposing a smoking ban

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 08:49:35 +0100

An inmate is suing his prison for preventing him for smoking as a punishment.

Dawn French criticised by health experts for 'fat jokes'

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 08:42:51 +0100

Definition of female sexual dysfunction to change?

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 07:10:01 +0100

Female sexual dysfunction could be redefined when a major US medical manual is revised in 2012.

Party drug Mephedrone causes impotence

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:24:03 +0100

The controversial party drug Mephedrone (also known by its street name of 'miaow') has already been linked to multiple health problems. Now impotence is being added to that list.

The great Viagra robbery

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:23:58 +0100

A man in Spain has been arrested after robbing ten pharmacies of their Viagra stocks at gunpoint.

Could Snus help people to give up smoking?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:23:49 +0100

Snus, the Swedish tobacco product, is being touted as a useful smoking cessation aid. But even if it can work as a substitute for cigarettes, is it safe?

Report says Labour have 'hardly dented' Britain's obesity problem

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:23:19 +0100

The Labour government has "barely dented" Britain's obesity epidemic over their last 13 years in power, according to a new report from independent charity Kings Fund.

Female hair loss in the spotlight

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:23:15 +0100

Female baldness has been thrust into the spotlight by leading US health centre the Mayo Clinic, who focus on the condition in this month's edition of their newsletter.

Footballing legend Pele speaks out about impotence

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:23:12 +0100

Footballing legend Pele has become an official spokesperson for Viagra, campaigning to break down the taboos that still surround the issue impotence.

One year on, what can we learn from swine flu?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:23:09 +0100

One year ago yesterday, the world's first known case of swine flu was reported. What have we learned in the period since, and could the World Health Organisation have done anything differently?

Female Viagra passes the 'rabbit test'

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:23:01 +0100

A Female Viagra is one step closer to appearing on the market, after drug company Pfizer succesfully tested the drug on a bunch of broody rabbits.

Volcanic ash may cause flu symptoms

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:22:57 +0100

The cloud of volcanic ash lingering over the UK may cause influenza-like symptoms as it begins to drop to ground level, health experts are warning.

Britain�s biggest teenager cries out for help

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:22:46 +0100

The heaviest teen in Britain, who weighs in at 28 stone, has admitted that she needs help to overcome her obesity problem.

Businessman slammed for 'healthy smoking' claim

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:18:29 +0100

A businessman has been slammed for writing an artcle about 'healthy smoking' for an Indonesian newspaper, in which he claims that tobacco can have health benefits.

Female sexual dysfunction specialist speaks out on post-baby sex

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:17:28 +0100

A specialist in female sexual dysfunction has spoken out about the impact that having a baby can have on women's libidos, consoling women that a temporary slump in sex drive is perfectly normal post-birth.

Sales of obesity drugs soar in Scotland

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:17:23 +0100

1 in 4 of us is now obese and according to recent reports, the use of obesity drugs to treat the problem is on the rise in Scotland.

Did the WHO overstate the threat from swine flu?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:15:09 +0100

The World Health Organisation is being accused of overstating the threat that swine flu presented to the world. In a damning report from the European Council, the body is accussed of making people panic more than they need to have done.

Cialis may work as a muscle disease treatment

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:15:05 +0100

The impotence treatment Cialis may be able to help people suffering from Becker muscular dystrophy. Trials are currently assessing whether the erectile dysfunction treatment can help people with the form of muscle disease.

China in the grip of a diabetes pandemic

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:14:54 +0100

According to latest reports, China is now in the grip of a diabetes �epidemic�, which experts are attributing with rising obesity figures

30 minutes of exercise not enough, say health experts

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:14:42 +0100

Although we have previously been told that half an hour of exercise a day would suffice to make any headway in the battle of the bulge, new research has proven the contrary.

Bald men less likely to suffer with prostate cancer

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:14:33 +0100

Whilst male pattern baldness is seen as a problem for a large proportion of sufferers, scientists in the US have found that a receding hairline may actually be a positive sign of good health

Doctors demand smoking ban on beaches

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:14:26 +0100

Doctors have called for the smoking ban to be extended, to include parks, beaches, and the inside of cars. Protecting children from second-hand smoke should be prioritised, they argue.

Did Jesus feed the 5,000, a little too much?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:14:20 +0100

The idea of Jesus over indulging with his disciples is certainly not an image we�re accustomed too but experts are now arguing that works of art, depicting the Last Supper have begun to portray larger and larger portions, over the past 1,000 years

Infertility linked to female sexual dysfunction

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:14:11 +0100

Infertility and female sexual dysfunction are linked, according to a new study from Stanford University. The study found that infertile women were 15% more likely to suffer from female sexual dysfunction, in comparison with other women.

Hospitals struggle to help obese women through pregnancy

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:14:01 +0100

Hospitals are struggling to support obese women who are pregnant, according to a new report from the independent charity, the Centre for Maternal and Child Enquries. They write that lack of equipment and poor guidance are available to hospitals. The rapid rise in obesity levels in Britain is to blame, the report acknowledges.

WHO steps up swine flu response in the developing world

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:13:51 +0100

The World Health Organisation announced on Friday that they will distribute millions of doses of the swine flu vaccine to developing countries, including Africa and Asia where the spread of the virus is said to be most active.

Premature ejaculation common in Asia

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:11:45 +0100

Up to 30% of men living in Asia could be suffering from premature ejaculation.

Fast food firms more stable than the UK government?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:11:35 +0100

Investors may be safer putting money into fast food firms Mcdonald's and Pepsi than investing in the UK Government.

Mouse research could hold answers about tackling obesity

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:11:31 +0100

Research on mice in America has shown that removal of a certain enzyme can reduce cholesterol and assist weight loss.

Man sustains 22 day erection only to be rendered impotent

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:11:26 +0100

A man from India sustained a 22 day erection, the result of which required him to undergo surgery which ironically rendered him impotent

Can alcohol help you to lose weight?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:11:21 +0100

Can drinking help you to lose weight? Yes, according to research from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, which suggests that regular and moderate drinking is associated with weight loss.

�Viagra generation� of men are staying sexually active until 75

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:11:04 +0100

The 'Viagra generation' of men are staying sexually active well into their 70s, a survey in the British Medical Journal has shown. The erectile dysfunction drug has prevented many older men from having to suffer impotence, and has allowed them to maintain a good sex life for years longer than previous generations.

Forty three stone mother sets her sights on becoming the world's largest lady

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:10:55 +0100

Despite warnings from doctors a 43 stone mother from New Jersey has set her sights on becoming the world's largest lady, which will require her to reach 71 stone.

Vitamin D can prevent influenza

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:09:48 +0100

Vitamin D can help to prevent influenza. The news means that the vitamin, which can be given as a supplement but which is also produced in the body naturally upon exposure to sunlight, could be useful in the global battle against swine flu.

Researcher calls for greater awareness about female sexual dysfunction

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:09:39 +0100

A leading researcher has called for greater awareness about female sexual dysfunction. She argues that while erectile dysfunction is widely acknowledged, many women are still in the dark when it comes to low sex drive.

'Viagra skin rub' on the way?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:09:33 +0100

A new 'impotence rub' could be on the way to rival the traditional Viagra pill. It proved successful when applied to test rats in New York, and could have advantages, including fewer side effects and work faster - but how well will it work on humans?

Premature ejaculation affects 30% of Asian men

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:09:26 +0100

Premature ejaculation affects around 30% of men, many of whom have never sought any proper advice.

Obesity rates 20% higher than the 1960s

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:08:10 +0100

Britain should look back to the 1960s in the fight against obesity, say health experts from the Change 4 Life campaign who have pointed out obesity levels were 20% lower in that era.

Pipes and cigars deemed to be just as dangerous as cigarettes

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:08:06 +0100

Pipe and cigar smokers face double the risk of developing lung disease, compared with non-smokers, a study has revealed.

Plan to put smoking on the school curriculum

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:08:02 +0100

Smoking could be put on the school curriculum, if proposals from government advisory body NICE are accepted.

Filmmaker Kevin Smith 'too big' to fly

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:07:48 +0100

Cult filmmaker Kevin Smith has been thrown off a flight for being too overweight, prompting angry outbursts from fans.

Smoking cessation less accessible to marginal groups

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:07:45 +0100

Smoking cessation is a topic that is subject to a great deal of debate. Experts are now arguing that people from ethnic minotiries are less likely to have smoking cessation tools available to them.

British Heart Foundation head slams food industry

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:07:41 +0100

The Chief Executive of the British Heart Foundation, Peter Hollins, has criticised food manufacturers for making a profit at the expense of the nation's health.

Scotland unveils strategy to fight 'obesity timebomb'

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:07:37 +0100

Scottish ministers have unveiled a new anti-obesity strategy that they say will tackle the 'ticking time bomb' of obesity and hopefully lead Scotland to become the first country in the world to tackle the problem.

Viagra used for pregnant sheep

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:07:32 +0100

sunbathing proven to help boost sex drives

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:07:17 +0100

Sunlight has been proven to help boost sex drives so get your holiday gear ready!

Do we cause our own impotence?

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:07:13 +0100

40% of the male population suffers with impotence or erectile dysfunction. The question is, do we cause own ED?

Xenical and low carb diets compared

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:05:42 +0100

Xenical, the proven weight loss medication has been show to bring as many weight loss benefits as a low carb diet. It should however be taken with a balanced diet.

Smoke cessation linked with diabetes type 2

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:05:29 +0100

smoke cessation has been linked with type 2 diabates due to excess weight gained when you quit. Experts have however, called for us not to use this an excuse to quit.

Greater education needed for the dangers of visceral fats

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:05:22 +0100

with 1 in 5 of us said to let our fitness regimes slide by February, and such a large proportion of the UK population alreadyin the grip of an obesity pandemic, experts are calling for better education concerning the dangers of visceral fats.

The FDA recalls a number of herbal impotence treatments

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:05:18 +0100

The FDA has recalled a number of herbal imptoence treatments for fear that they contain undeclared prescription compounds.

Depression and obesity linked

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 07:20:35 +0100

Depression and obesity are linked in a 'viscious circle' according to new research. It found that obese people are more than twice as likely to suffer from depression.

World's heaviest man to write weight loss guide

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 07:07:31 +0100

The most overweight man in the world, Paul Mason, left hospital last night after receiving lifesaving gastric bypass surgery and revealed that he wants to write a weight-loss guide

Could sound waves cure impotence?

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 07:03:52 +0100

Sound waves could be a cure erectile dysfunction, scientists have announced.

Obesity drugs market heading for boom in 2010

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:58:58 +0100

12m adults will be obese by mid 2010 and analysts are already beginning to predict a worldwide boom for the obesity drug market.

Existence of the G-spot called to question

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:54:07 +0100

Should the UK emulate Taiwan and its junk food tax?

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:50:02 +0100

With Taiwan set to launch its junk food tax, the question is, should the UK follow suit?

FA denies claims that England football squad are to use Viagra

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:46:25 +0100

The British Football Association has discounted claims that the English Football squad are set to take Viagra to the 2010 World Cup this summer, in a bid to battle harsh conditions.

Experts identify link between Bisphenol and premature ejaculation

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:39:01 +0100

US students must attend fitness camps to receive degrees

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:37:41 +0100

Students in the US are being told they must attend fitness camps in exchange for their degrees.

Pop star Will Young looks to Propecia to save his hair

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:36:55 +0100

With thousands of men now using Propecia, It�s success rate of almost 90% has proven too tempting for pop star, Will Young who has worried about his hair loss for years.

Obesity linked to Cancer

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:36:17 +0100

Experts have long debated the link between obesity and cancers. However, experts have now been able to prove that particular weight conditions are linked to a host of terminal cancers.

Exposure to smoke in the womb linked with ADHD

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:35:35 +0100