Heart disease heart disease: - Less of a killer without the drugs - Heart disease is already the leading cause of death in the USA and the UK, and forecasters reckon it will soon be the major killer in every developed...

Screening for lung cancer doesn't reduce death - Regular screening of individuals at risk of lung cancer may not reduce death from the disease. ...

Lung cancer: - The drugs that don't work - Lung cancer patients are usually prescribed either Tarceva (erlotinib) or Iressa (glefitinib). Doctors will probably tell the unfortunate patient tha...

Children of smokers face increased cancer risk children of smokers fa - Almost one-fifth of lung cancers among non-smokers result from a high level of exposure to cigarette smoke during childhood and adolescence.

Vitamins: more health benefits - Two major studies have underlined the fact that vitamins are a major illness preventative something which many doctors still refuse to accept. ...

Nicotine patches: heart disease - Smokers who rely on nicotine patches or chewing gum to help them kick the habit may continue to run an increased risk of heart disease. ...

Lung cancer - A reader’s friend has been recently diagnosed with lung cancer. She has been told it is inoperable and is just starting chemotherapy. Do readers know...

Heart disease - Have you ever wondered why the French are carefree about tobacco smoking and wine consumption? Their diet is high in sugars and fats, and vegetarianis...