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NHS is accused of leaving women in the dark about screening risks
Women undergoing routine breast cancer screening are not being warned of the risks, with many tests ending in unnecessary treatment, leading health professionals say.
Hospitals fail to check injured children
Two thirds of hospitals fail to conduct routine checks on injured children despite warnings after the death of Baby P, The Times has learnt. A poll of NHS trusts conducted by the Conservative Party suggests that staff at many accident and emergency departments are not able to check whether children are in contact with social services or subject to a child protection plan, even when they have suspicious injuries.
Daily glass of wine raises risk of cancer
Drinking just a small glass of wine a day can more than double the risk of cancer, a study claims. It says that consuming just one 125ml glass of wine increases the chance of developing mouth and throat cancer by 168 per cent.
The scan that shows what's on your mind
Scientists have developed a mind-reading technique that lets them peer into someone?s head - and predict what they are thinking. In tests using brain scanners, researchers were able to guess correctly which one of two images a volunteer was thinking about 80 per cent of the time.
Get off Facebook says doctor
Social networking sites such as Facebook could raise your risk of serious health problems by reducing levels of face-to-face contact, a doctor claims. Emailing people rather than meeting up with them may have wide-ranging biological effects, said psychologist Dr Aric Sigman.
Lack of sleep really can drive you mad
Insomnia and other sleep-related problems could lead to illnesses including psychiatric conditions, attention deficit disorder, post traumatic stress and depression, research suggests.
Smoking worse for your health than your class
Scientists found that rich smokers were more likely to die young than non-smokers from the least affluent backgrounds. Smoking also all but eradicated the traditional advantage in longevity that women enjoy over men.
Pill to erase bad memories
A drug which appears to erase painful memories has been developed by scientists. The astonishing treatment could help sufferers of post-traumatic stress disorder and those whose lives are plagued by hurtful recurrent memories.
Caesarean rationed
Hospitals are stopping some women having Caesarean births because they are so expensive. For the first time, mothers will be barred from choosing to have the procedure on the National Health Service because they cost twice as much as a natural birth.
Warming over test for 'safe' alcohol level in breast milk
A product that tests for traces of alcohol in breast milk has triggered warnings that mothers who rely on its findings could damage the of babies and encourage binge drinking. Milkscreen, which goes on sale in Britain this week, contains test pads that change colour on contact with breast milk containing alcohol, warning women that it is unsafe to breastfeed.
Treating the liver could stave off Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's could be tackled by treating a sufferer?s liver, research suggests. Scientists say that they have discovered a link between levels of a toxic protein in the blood and the disease.
Eight ways to beat stress without getting fat
Life can be really tough but don't let the pressure you are under ruin your diet... here are some simple ways to keep your stress levels in check, without resorting to fattening comfort food!
NHS fails to deal with half of complaints
The NHS must do better at handling complaints, a health watchdog has said. Complaints in England are initially dealt with by the NHS trusts, but can be referred up to the Healthcare Commission and then the ombudsman.
Mind your mental health - warning on cannabis targets teenagers
Drugs campaigners welcomed a new television advert shown last night aimed at warning teenagers of the mental health problems associated with cannabis. The ?2.2m government campaign is targeted at 11-18 year olds. In the advert, one actor demonstrates the symptoms associated with smoking the drug. The film shows the mind-altering effects of the drug. The voiceover at the end warns: "The more you mess with cannabis, the more it can mess with your mind."
Happiness? It's just a simple pleasure
Psychologists have found that people who spend their money on simple experiences such as going to the theatre, dining out or taking adventure holidays tend to be happier with their purchases than those who buy material possessions, regardless of how much they spend.
Child obesity to force change in clothes size
High street retailers plan to draw up new sizes, in response to the growing number of overweight and obese children. Shops including Next, Asda and Monsoon are measuring 6,000 boys and girls amid an obesity epidemic which means one in three British children is now classed as overweight.
Transplant row over organs for drinkers
Heavy drinkers are receiving nearly one in four of the UK's liver transplants, it was revealed last night, igniting a furious row about the ethics of allocating organs to people with alcohol problems.
Heroism? You are born with it, says study
People who stay cool in a crisis may be natural born heroes, according to psychiatrists investigating how soldiers behave in stressful situations. Blood tests on war veterans showed that a minority were almost oblivious to stress and were able to think clearly in spite of the dangerous situations they found themselves in.
No antibiotics for colds, patients told
Patients should not expect to be prescribed antibiotics to cure coughs and colds, the Government will warn today. More than ?100million is wasted every year on 23million prescriptions for drugs to fight illnesses against which they have no effect.
The curse of loneliness
Lack of connection with others not only makes us unhappy but it is also bad for the wellbeing of the body and mind, research finds. A sense of rejection or isolation increases blood pressure, stress levels and general wear and tear as well as increases your chances of developing Alzheimer's Disease.
Why men really do see women as objects
Researchers scanned the brains of certain men as they looked at a photograph of a woman in a bikini and discovered that sections of the brain that usually reacted to objects lit up.
Women undergoing routine breast cancer screening are not being warned of the risks, with many tests ending in unnecessary treatment, leading health professionals say.
Hospitals fail to check injured children
Two thirds of hospitals fail to conduct routine checks on injured children despite warnings after the death of Baby P, The Times has learnt. A poll of NHS trusts conducted by the Conservative Party suggests that staff at many accident and emergency departments are not able to check whether children are in contact with social services or subject to a child protection plan, even when they have suspicious injuries.
Daily glass of wine raises risk of cancer
Drinking just a small glass of wine a day can more than double the risk of cancer, a study claims. It says that consuming just one 125ml glass of wine increases the chance of developing mouth and throat cancer by 168 per cent.
The scan that shows what's on your mind
Scientists have developed a mind-reading technique that lets them peer into someone?s head - and predict what they are thinking. In tests using brain scanners, researchers were able to guess correctly which one of two images a volunteer was thinking about 80 per cent of the time.
Get off Facebook says doctor
Social networking sites such as Facebook could raise your risk of serious health problems by reducing levels of face-to-face contact, a doctor claims. Emailing people rather than meeting up with them may have wide-ranging biological effects, said psychologist Dr Aric Sigman.
Lack of sleep really can drive you mad
Insomnia and other sleep-related problems could lead to illnesses including psychiatric conditions, attention deficit disorder, post traumatic stress and depression, research suggests.
Smoking worse for your health than your class
Scientists found that rich smokers were more likely to die young than non-smokers from the least affluent backgrounds. Smoking also all but eradicated the traditional advantage in longevity that women enjoy over men.
Pill to erase bad memories
A drug which appears to erase painful memories has been developed by scientists. The astonishing treatment could help sufferers of post-traumatic stress disorder and those whose lives are plagued by hurtful recurrent memories.
Caesarean rationed
Hospitals are stopping some women having Caesarean births because they are so expensive. For the first time, mothers will be barred from choosing to have the procedure on the National Health Service because they cost twice as much as a natural birth.
Warming over test for 'safe' alcohol level in breast milk
A product that tests for traces of alcohol in breast milk has triggered warnings that mothers who rely on its findings could damage the of babies and encourage binge drinking. Milkscreen, which goes on sale in Britain this week, contains test pads that change colour on contact with breast milk containing alcohol, warning women that it is unsafe to breastfeed.
Treating the liver could stave off Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's could be tackled by treating a sufferer?s liver, research suggests. Scientists say that they have discovered a link between levels of a toxic protein in the blood and the disease.
Eight ways to beat stress without getting fat
Life can be really tough but don't let the pressure you are under ruin your diet... here are some simple ways to keep your stress levels in check, without resorting to fattening comfort food!
NHS fails to deal with half of complaints
The NHS must do better at handling complaints, a health watchdog has said. Complaints in England are initially dealt with by the NHS trusts, but can be referred up to the Healthcare Commission and then the ombudsman.
Mind your mental health - warning on cannabis targets teenagers
Drugs campaigners welcomed a new television advert shown last night aimed at warning teenagers of the mental health problems associated with cannabis. The ?2.2m government campaign is targeted at 11-18 year olds. In the advert, one actor demonstrates the symptoms associated with smoking the drug. The film shows the mind-altering effects of the drug. The voiceover at the end warns: "The more you mess with cannabis, the more it can mess with your mind."
Happiness? It's just a simple pleasure
Psychologists have found that people who spend their money on simple experiences such as going to the theatre, dining out or taking adventure holidays tend to be happier with their purchases than those who buy material possessions, regardless of how much they spend.
Child obesity to force change in clothes size
High street retailers plan to draw up new sizes, in response to the growing number of overweight and obese children. Shops including Next, Asda and Monsoon are measuring 6,000 boys and girls amid an obesity epidemic which means one in three British children is now classed as overweight.
Transplant row over organs for drinkers
Heavy drinkers are receiving nearly one in four of the UK's liver transplants, it was revealed last night, igniting a furious row about the ethics of allocating organs to people with alcohol problems.
Heroism? You are born with it, says study
People who stay cool in a crisis may be natural born heroes, according to psychiatrists investigating how soldiers behave in stressful situations. Blood tests on war veterans showed that a minority were almost oblivious to stress and were able to think clearly in spite of the dangerous situations they found themselves in.
No antibiotics for colds, patients told
Patients should not expect to be prescribed antibiotics to cure coughs and colds, the Government will warn today. More than ?100million is wasted every year on 23million prescriptions for drugs to fight illnesses against which they have no effect.
The curse of loneliness
Lack of connection with others not only makes us unhappy but it is also bad for the wellbeing of the body and mind, research finds. A sense of rejection or isolation increases blood pressure, stress levels and general wear and tear as well as increases your chances of developing Alzheimer's Disease.
Why men really do see women as objects
Researchers scanned the brains of certain men as they looked at a photograph of a woman in a bikini and discovered that sections of the brain that usually reacted to objects lit up.