BBC Health News

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BBC Health News

The latest stories from the Health section of the BBC News web site.

Non-stick pan 'cholesterol link'
Scientists are concerned that exposure to chemicals used in non-stick frying pans could raise cholesterol levels in children after finding a link.
UK radiotherapy 'lagging behind'
Too few UK cancer patients are receiving state-of-the-art radiotherapy care, experts from Cancer Research UK say.
Cancer treatment
Experts warn that radiotherapy is wrongly perceived as 'second best'
Bipolar 'not linked to violence'
People with a mental illness are no more likely to be violent unless they abuse drugs or alcohol, a study suggests.
How insect brains could be used to fight MRSA
Cockroach and locust brains are a rich source of antibiotics powerful enough to tackle MRSA, researchers say.
Junior medics 'leaving training'
Nearly one in four junior doctors drop out of their NHS training after two years, figures show.
Gum and heart link 'breakthrough'
Scientists say they have established one reason why gum disease may increase the risk of heart disease.
Research into age-related illness
Edinburgh scientists are attempting to find the trigger which leads older people to develop dementia.
Diabetes drug advice 'not heeded'
A type two diabetes drug is still being prescribed in the UK two months after it was recommended for withdrawal, BBC Panorama learns.
Medieval munchies
How an ancient diet could aid healthy eating

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