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19 December 2018 08:28
A brand-new test that could "revolutionise" screening for cervical cancer may outperform current tests at a reduced cost, new research has revealed.
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The number of diabetes-related lower limb amputations has jumped by nearly a fifth in England over recent years, a leading charity has warned.
Older people are 50% more likely to take themselves to A&E if they live alone, a new study has revealed.
Over 4.3 million older people in the UK are at risk of not getting the care they need just because of their postcode, new research has revealed.
Space tourism could move one giant leap closer this week as Virgin Galactic expects to reach "space altitudes" for the first time.
If you're worried about piling on the pounds this Christmas, regular home weighing could prevent you from excessive festive eating and drinking.
Airlines that automatically cancel return flights when passengers fail to show for their outbound journeys are being warned they risk breaking consumer law.
Providing better conditions for disabled passengers is one of the main aims of a proposed new charter for airlines and airports.
Women who don't attend cervical screenings should be offered testing kits they can use at home, new research suggests.
Ryanair could be slapped with enforcement action from the airline regulator after it refused compensation for passengers hit by flight disruption caused by staff taking strike action.
Protein supplements and muscle training could be the most effective ways to delay or reverse the effects of frailty, a new study suggests.
Mumford and Sons bassist Ted Dwane has helped create a new exhibition to raise awareness of the loneliness felt by people living with multiple sclerosis (MS).
A leading charity has praised the actions of Lloyd Russell-Moyle, saying the Labour MP had "done everybody a service" by disclosing his HIV status.
Sweating out the daily stresses in a sauna could be linked to a reduced risk of death from cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in people aged 50 and over, according to a new study.
Hitting the Copacabana could soon become a more realistic aim for holidaymakers, with Norwegian set to become the first budget airline to operate UK-Brazil flights.
Holidaymakers on the UK's proposed new high-speed trainline could have their Amazon packages delivered directly to their seat, according to a train manufacturer.
Over half of UK frontline medical staff worry their hospitals won't be able to keep patients safe this winter, according to an "alarming" new survey.
Patients who suffer from a severe form of stroke should be offered a procedure to remove the blood clot up to a day after the onset of their symptoms, draft new guidelines suggest.
Rising obesity levels have led to a record number of youngsters being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, a leading charity has warned.
An Alzheimer's vaccine has moved closer to becoming a reality after research found that preventing a build-up of toxic brain proteins is possible.
EasyJet has posted a 41% jump in annual profits, despite being hit by surging costs and strike disruption.
Health officials are hoping blood donors keep their appointments in the run-up to Christmas to avoid stocks running low over the festive period.
London Stansted could soon welcome 43 million passengers a year, after a bid to raise its capacity was approved by the local council.
Switching to a diet low in carbohydrates could see people lose up to 10kg over a three-year period, according to new research.
Smokers who regularly use vapers are more likely to try and quit smoking for good, new research has suggested.
Leukaemia patients are now a step closer to personalised treatments after a British study looked at the role gene mutations play in blood cancers.
A quick scan of the blood vessels in a patient's neck could soon be a critical part of future dementia screening, new research has suggested.
The NHS spends more than £1 billion a year on prescriptions for people with diabetes, new figures show.
Woman who smoke, have diabetes, or high blood pressure are more likely to suffer a heart attack than men with the same risk factors, a new study claims.
Millions of UK pensioners feel they don't have anyone they can turn to for help, a leading charity has warned.
Over a quarter of medical workers are still reluctant to recommend e-cigarettes to smokers despite being told to do so by health authorities, a new survey has revealed.
A new direct flight between Manchester and Mumbai could boost the economy of northern England to the tune of £400 million, a new report suggests.
Air travellers could soon face restrictions on the amount of alcohol they can drink before flying, under plans currently being considered by the government.
A vegan diet could help people living with diabetes to better manage their condition, a new review suggests.
Electric planes could soon be flying on short-haul routes in Europe, according to the boss of EasyJet.
UK air travellers waste up to £175 million every year on seat allocations that they don't need, a new study has revealed.
Nearly a third of pregnant women had their labour induced last year, leading experts to link the figure with rising maternal age and obesity.
Eurostar is set to increase its services between London and Amsterdam to cope with growing demand.
The Duchess of Sussex has helped make a traditional Fijian breakfast dish as part of her first royal tour, which includes a visit to the South Pacific island.
Modern medicine could go "back to the dark ages" because of the rise of drug-resistant infections, health officials have warned.
Gatwick Airport has revealed £500 million plans to increase its passenger capacity - by using its emergency runway.
Radiotherapy could help extend the life of patients living with prostate cancer, according to new research.
Pregnant women who suffer from pre-eclampsia have a greater risk of developing dementia, new research suggests.
The UK's average life expectancy is predicted to increase from 80.8 years to 83.3 years over the next 20 years, according to new research.
Family doctors are being urged to prescribe physical activity for patients living with some of the most common medical conditions.
Patients with brain tumours lose out on almost £15,000 per year, a new report has revealed.
Chris Grayling has given his "categorial assurance" to Parliament that a no-deal Brexit will not ground flights in and out of the UK, despite recent warnings from experts that this remains a possibility.
The rising cost of fuel could force more airlines out of business, the boss of easyJet has warned.
The image of the boozy backpacker might be a thing of the past as a new study suggests more and more youngsters are shunning alcohol completely.
The NHS says just one in 10 drinks sold in English hospitals will be sugar-sweetened, as part of its bid to curb rising obesity levels.
More than 260,000 diabetes patients were put at risk of lasting harm or even death during hospital stays last year due to medication errors, a new report has revealed.
NHS patients with a specific type of lymphoma will soon be able to access a "game-changing" new treatment, health officials have revealed.
People living with diabetes are being warned they might be "unwittingly" storing their insulin incorrectly.
The world's first commercial jet part-powered by a new form of biofuel touches down in London on Wednesday (3rd October).
New 'hotel-style' carriages that were due to be rolled out for the Caledonian Sleeper have been delayed until next year.
Budapest has been revealed as the cheapest destination for UK holidaymakers looking for a cultural break, according to a new report.
Holidaymakers heading off by train will soon be able to check their blood pressure at the station, as part of a new scheme aimed at boosting the number of people getting checked.
Taking an aspirin every day might not only help keep cancer at bay, it could also play a life-saving role in treatment, new research suggests.
Holidaymakers heading to Southern Europe for some autumn sun will be pleased to know that a Mediterranean diet could help prevent depression.
Loneliness amongst over-50s is set to soar over the coming decades, a leading charity has warned.
Two leading charities have called for better mental health support to be made available for patients living with breast cancer.
The NHS should switch to electric vehicles across its organisations, health officials have advised.
UK holidaymakers could be missing out on more than 60 direct flight routes thanks to Air Passenger Duty (APD), a report suggests.
Living in areas with high levels of air pollution could be linked to an increased risk of dementia, new research suggests.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) patients are shelling out tens of thousands of pounds for care - and many are unable to cover the costs, a leading charity has warned.
As much as £6 of every £10 spent on domestic flights in the UK goes on Air Passenger Duty (APD), new research suggests.
UK driving licences might become invalid in certain European countries if the UK crashes out of the EU with no deal, the Government has warned.
Online crowdfunding for cancer treatments is indirectly advancing the rise of alternative "quack" therapies, experts have warned.
A "wee-stick" like those used in pregnancy testing could be employed to prevent thousands of deaths from ovarian cancer.
As many as 1.3 million passengers endured severe flight delays in the last year, a new study reveals.
British Airways customers are cancelling their credit cards after the carrier was hit by a 15-day data breach that compromised the details of around 380,000 people.
Plastic trays at security desks harbour the highest numbers of viruses at airports, new research has discovered.
Adults are being urged to take advantage of a new online tool to find out if they are at risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
Child cancer patients regularly have to travel twice as far and pay out twice as much when getting treatment, new data shows.
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to predict how cancers will progress and evolve, which could help doctors design the most effective treatment for each patient.
Fewer than half of adults are taking advantage of the free midlife MOT offered by the NHS, despite its potential to help diagnose serious illnesses.
Heading off on holiday for at least three weeks every year may help you live a longer life, a new study suggests.
Ryanair is set to charge passengers who fly with small suitcases, in a radical overhaul of its baggage rules.
The warmth of people's homes may have an impact on their blood pressure, new research suggests.
Ryanair has apologised to customers after receiving several complaints that cheques issued as compensation have bounced.
Parents of youngsters living with asthma are being urged to be proactive, to help reduce a sharp rise in emergency hospital admissions as their children return to school.
Holidaymakers using the West Coast main line face delays this August bank holiday Monday as Euston station will be closed for upgrades.
Diets that replace carbohydrates with protein or fat should be avoided due to a possible association with shortened life spans, scientists have warned.
People living with HIV could be offered a long-lasting injection that controls the virus and protects patients from developing AIDS.
Holidaymakers in the UK will be hit by more train price hikes from next year, after the Government announced ticket prices will increase by 3.2% in January.
A simple blood test could help GPs detect a rare form of bone marrow cancer much earlier, a new study suggests.
Passengers arriving at Heathrow Airport last month faced queues of over two and a half hours at passport control, new figures have revealed.
Hundreds of Ryanair flights will not take off as planned on Friday due to pilot strikes in five countries.
Fad diets that cut out carbs while increasing fat consumption could lead to an increased risk of diabetes, according to new research.
HIV testing has become even more accessible after a self-testing kit was made available from a High Street retailer.