Archive: 23/11/2016

Alcohol may increase risk of some types of stroke but not others

Light and moderate alcohol consumption of up to two drinks per day is associated with a lower risk of ischemic stroke but seems to have no effect on a person's risk of hemorrhagic stroke, according to a study published in ...

Nov 23, 2016

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Consuming high amounts of saturated fats linked to increased heart disease risk

Consuming high amounts of four major saturated fatty acids—found in red meat, dairy fat, butter, lard, and palm oil—may increase risk of coronary heart disease, according to a new study led by researchers at Harvard T.H. ...

Nov 23, 2016

Should parents lie to children about Santa?

Shops are bursting with toys, mince pies are on the menu and radios are blasting out Christmas tunes—so it's time for another festive favourite: lying to children.

Nov 23, 2016

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Current evidence does not support vitamin D supplements to prevent disease

Current evidence does not support the use of vitamin D supplements to prevent disease, conclude researchers in The BMJ today.

Nov 23, 2016

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Experts call for fair vaccine pricing, not 'random acts of charity'

Drug companies should stop using donations to atone those who cannot afford expensive vaccines and instead lower prices, argue experts in The BMJ today.

Nov 23, 2016

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Study supports lower cut-off point for defining prediabetes

The health risks and mortality associated with prediabetes seem to increase at the lower cut-off point for blood sugar levels recommended by some guidelines, finds a large study published in The BMJ today.

Nov 23, 2016