New GLP-1 pill helps patients lose up to 8% of body weight, trial shows
Orforglipron led to greater weight loss than semaglutide tablets and could offer more effective oral alternative to jabs
Giving stem cells in utero to babies with spina bifida boosts quality of life, trial finds
Experimental therapy of applying stem cells during surgery could be ‘major milestone’ in treatment of birth defects
Vegetarians have ‘substantially lower risk’ of five types of cancer
Study shows lower risk for multiple myeloma as well as pancreatic, prostate, breast and kidney cancers
Rising anger over ‘lop-sided’ and ‘immoral’ US health funding pacts with African countries
Zimbabwe refuses to sign agreement and Kenya faces a court case over data sharing as new aid deals come under scrutiny
Researchers praise ‘stunning’ results of new prostate cancer treatment
A new drug for advanced prostate cancer has shown promise in early trials experts have said, with the medication shrinking tumours in some patients.
Quarter of healthy years lost to breast cancer are due to lifestyle factors, research finds
Largest study of its kind suggests high red meat consumption has biggest impact, followed by smoking
Weight-loss drugs could prevent fatal complications from heart attacks, UK study finds
Latest research based on animal model trials shows GLP-1 drugs may prevent problem of ‘no-reflow’ in recovery
‘A new normal’: inquiry’s key findings on how Covid changed UK society
Final module focuses on legacy and impact on mental health, particularly for key workers, vulnerable and bereaved people
Trump administration is failing to address spread of measles, experts say
As number of cases climbs past 1,000, experts say CDC is not taking obvious steps amid funding cuts
Experience: I lost my arm – now I’m one of the fastest drummers in the world
The transformer exploded a few feet from where I was standing. One moment I was on the roof of a restaurant kitchen in Atlanta, cleaning exhaust vents....
