HEALTH NEWS

A researcher from the University of London has found that chickenpox is more prevalent in regions with less Ultra Violet (UV) radiation.

UK-based health officials have warned the public of a spike in cases of norovirus infections, forcing hospitals to close wards.

Kimberly Hainey faces life imprisonment after being has been convicted of murdering her son, Declan, whose decomposed body was found at their home in Paisley.

Researchers in the US claimed that same-sex unions can bring down health care expenses as gay men have reported less health problems after their union is legally accepted.

A new study links smoking with a non-melanoma skin cancer in women.

The 59-year-old woman who had bilateral mastectomy and placement of breast prostheses revealed that her “body swallowed one of the implants” during a Pilate stretching exercise.

Thousands of UK patients are dying because of a shortage of organ donors, according to a healthcare group.

Joe Nelson , a former Goldman Sachs banker, has launched the world’s first 95-size range of custom-fit condoms.

The severely injured model has taken her first steps after near fatal propeller accident

Stalkers are to be treated in a new London clinic aiming to prevent violent crimes.

Ruben Arzu was said to be heavily under the influence of steroids when he savagely attacked a couple on in their home in California, but what other crimes can be blamed on steroid abuse?

One of America's top plastic surgeons has said that patients who smoke following a breast lift may cut off the blood supply to their nipples.

Lifestyle rather than genetic or any other physiological factors is a major cancer causing factor, according to a new study.

The model and fashion blogger has spoken her first words since she suffered severe injuries from accidentally walking into a plane propeller

Women are being encouraged to stock up on emergency contraception ahead of the festive party season, sparking outrage from anti-abortion campaigners.

A woman and her elderly mother, who were found dead at a Southport home over the weekend, died from asphyxiation, police revealed.

The model and WAG's fuller pout causes a stir.

Profanity can be good for you if practiced in small doses, says new research.

As people across the globe celebrate World Aids Day, the IBTimes takes a look at the different campaigns around the world.

World Aids Day comes with a timely reminder for people to get tested for the disease.

A man, who lost one of his thumbs in a carpentry accident, has had it replaced with his big toe in one the world's most unusual reconstructive surgeries yet.

A diet rich in the nutrient choline, found in eggs, chicken, fish and milk, may help protect your brain from the effects of ageing.

New research has indicated that using a laptop with a wireless Wi-Fi connection could leave up to a quarter of men infertile.

According to reports, hospitals across Britain are serving foods imported from China and Thailand instead of making patients' meals from local produce. This means that millions of pounds are wasted in the process, says a study by food campaigners, The Soil Association.

The games cause brain plasticity - where it alters to accommodate demands put on it, which can be a concern.

The protein, called ABCC9, can reduce the length of time we sleep, say experts.

Nearly a quarter (23.9 percent) of the female population in the UK are obese.

Mitch Hunter, a U.S army soldier, who suffered horrific facial injuries when he was electrocuted is "feeling good" again after a face transplant.

The unwitting father claims he was unaware his girlfriend was undergoing IVF treatment when his sperm was used to get her pregnant