Elderly Care

Young women who have migraines with auras are twice as likely to have a stroke, researchers say.

An extract found in the curry spice tumeric can kill off cancer cells, lab scientists have shown.

A top international HIV/Aids expert tells the BBC the epidemic in Russia is now out of control.

Vending machines stocked with unhealthy snacks in leisure centres run the risk of fuelling childhood obesity, warn experts.

Health ministers from around the world say swift action must be taken to reduce global maternal mortality rates.

Eight in 10 girls say that having the HPV vaccine makes them think twice about the risks of having sex, a poll finds.

US scientists say they have discovered an antibody that could minimise the damage caused by major traumas.

Scientists say they have discovered that antidepressants get to work immediately to lift mood, contrary to current belief.

It is a myth that women have different heart attack symptoms from men, according to Canadian researchers.

President Obama declares H1N1 swine flu a national emergency, in a move to help medical teams handle the outbreak.