Rheumatoid arthritis: Symptoms could be signs of THESE lung diseases

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) – a group of lung conditions that cause difficulty breathing – was linked to inflammation, according to the University of British Columbia and Arthritis Research Canada. The finding raised concerns that inflammatory conditions – including rheumatoid arthritis – could therefore cause lung conditions. An effective treatment of the arthritis was […]

Meet the women under 40 unlocking new ways to treat diseases and shaping the future of medicine

It’s still relatively uncommon to see female leaders in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries.  In biotech, it’s estimated that only about 7-9% of chief executive roles are filled by women. It’s not an issue that’s unique to drugmakers: Among the Fortune 500, 6.4% were led by female CEOs.  But among the generation of leaders under 40, there […]

Iron deficiency warning: Could YOU spot symptoms of these three RARE diseases?

Most people are aware of some of the symptoms of the leading killers in the UK – dementia, heart disease and pneumonia. But there are thousands of lesser known conditions that can have an equally deadly effect if not spotted in time. A rare disease is defined by the European Union as one that affects […]

Infectious diseases warning: The three vaccinations YOU should have by your 70s

According to the British Geriatrics Society, infectious diseases are a huge killer of older people. Influenza and pneumonia are responsible for around eight per cent of all deaths in old people. Indeed, after cancer, heart disease and stroke, it is the fourth leading cause of death in the UK. Those most at risk of dying […]

Three cups of coffee a day could ward of diseases

GETTY People who regularly consume coffee could face a lower risk of cancer and heart disease People who regularly consumed the beverage faced a lower risk of dying from cancer, heart disease and stroke. The findings came from the world’s largest study into coffee’s impact on health, involving more than 500,000 people in 10 European […]