Asthma sufferers urged to take control of their condition

Allergy UK have found that around 75 per cent of 464 people who believe their asthma is only mild or moderate in severity have used up to four reliever inhalers each month, and have urged asthma sufferers to take control of their condition instead of merely seeking relief from the symptoms of their condition during a flare-up. Read more

France and Austria named as best family ski destinations

International ski body Federation Internationale de Ski (FIS) have found that French and Austrian ski resorts offer the best value for money for families looking for a holiday spent on the slopes. Read more

Enzyme stops tumour growth in its tracks

Scientists in America have discovered that an enzyme called FBP1, already well-known for controlling metabolism in cells through its ability to turn genes on and off, can play an important role in the treatment of kidney cancer. Read more

Sun exposure could halve risk of developing ovarian cancer

Experts have revealed that exposing yourself to the right amount of UV rays and sunshine can actually decrease your risk of developing ovarian, oesophageal and pancreatic cancers by up to an astounding 50%. Read more

Can doctors teach the human body to cure lymphoma?

Thousands of people have been dedicated to the human fight against cancers which affect millions each year – such as non-Hodgkin lymphoma – for decades, so what if the cure to cancer has been part of every human anatomy all along? Read more

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