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Davina McCall Mourns Half-Sister Caroline Baday's Death by Cancer
Million Pound Drop presenter pays Twitter tribute to 'amazing sister' Caroline Baday who lost fight against cancer at age of 50.
Combo Drug Found Effective against Kidney and Breast Cancers
Romidepsin and decitabine activate a tumor suppressor gene that makes the tumor cells to stop growing eventually leading to the death of the cells.
MIld Mental Health Problems 'Increase Risk of Death,' Study Finds
Research finds even low levels of distress increase risk of strokes and heart disease.
Childhood Sexual Abuse Linked To Early Menstruation
Girls who experience sexual abuse are likely to start menstruating at an early age, while physical abuse can result in late menarche, say researchers.
Men with Prostate Cancer More Likely to Die from Other Diseases Than Cancer Itself
Study shows that healthier lifestyle could improve the overall health of men with prostate cancer.
Aids Cure: Two More Men Declared 'HIV Free' After Bone Marrow Transplant
Late breaking revelation at International Aids Conference in Washington gives hope that a cure for the disease could be attainable.
Giving Birth after Age 30 Reduces Risk of Endometrial Cancer - Study
Women who give birth after age 30 are at 44 percent lower risk of developing endometrial cancer when compared to younger mothers.
Sunbeds Now Account for Almost 800 Deaths Across Europe Every Year
Researchers also find that 5% of all malignant melanoma cases are attributable to tanning facilities.
Ghana President John Atta Mills Dies Just Hours after Falling Ill
Ghana's leader, who was suffering from throat cancer, has died in capital of Accra
Skin Cancer: Malignant Melanoma among over-50s Trebles in 30 years
Cancer Research teaming up with Tesco UK to fund research projects.
Russell Crowe to Direct Bill Hicks Biopic
Story of the controversial and outspoken comedian will be Crowe's feature-length debut behind the camera.
Sally Ride, America's First Female Astronaut, Dies Aged 61 [VIDEO]
Ride joined Nasa in 1978 and made history by taking part in 1983 Challenger mission.
Specialised Training Improves Health of Children in Foster Care
Foster children who receive Cognitively Based Compassion Training quickly become happier and healthier, says new research.
85 Percent of Smokers Regret Starting the Habit
Cancer Research UK researchers find that majority of smokers and ex-smokers regret starting the potentially deadly habit but find it difficult to kick it.
Prostate Cancer Mortality on the Rise Despite Surgery
Majority of prostate cancer patients suffer from conditions such as incontinence and impotence, side effects of aggressive treatments, a reference to prostatectomy.
Lazy Lifestyles Almost as Big a Killer as Smoking - Report
One in 10 deaths around world - 5.3 million - caused by hidden killer of sedentary lifestyle, says doctors' study.
Childhood Abuse Increases Cancer Risk
Children abused by parents are at risk of developing cancer in later life.
South Africa Poachers Kill 281 Rhinos in Six Months
Rise in black market demand sees jump in number of rhinos being illegally killed in South Africa.
Rockers' Tribute to Deep Purple Keyboardist Jon Lord
Slash, Tom Morello and Geezer Butler praise Deep Purple co-founder Jon Lord, dead after long battle with pancreatic cancer.
From Celeste Holm and Kitty Wells to Stephen Covey: Famous Celebrities Who Passed Away this Week [PHOTOS]
IBTimes UK presents a pictorial tribute to famous celebrities who died this week
Cutest and Most Expensive Dog Wedding Ever Held in New York
The £160,508-wedding was part of a charity event that will benefit the Humane Society of New York, which provides free veterinary care for sick animals.
Scientists Come up with New Drug to Treat Leukaemia Patients
Scientists from the Institute of Cancer Research and the Breakthrough Breast Cancer develop drug that kills leukaemia cells.
Breast Cancer: One in Five Need Another Operation after Conservation Surgery
BMJ study looks into risks for those sufferers who opt for conserving surgery, rather than a mastectomy.
Queen of Clown Porn Hollie Stevens Dies after Cancer Battle
Adult star has lost year-long battle with breast cancer at the age of 30.
R Rating of Films Can Cut Teen Smoking
Norris Cotton Cancer Center researchers discover that R rating of movies can substantially reduce smoking among teens.
Gabriel Garcia Marquez Suffering from Dementia, Stops Writing
Dementia runs in the family and Gabo telephones his brother frequently to ask basic questions.
Bo Bruce's Mother Rosamond Winkley Dies from Pancreatic Cancer
Rosamond Winkley dies in her sleep after losing six-month fight against disease.
Diabetes Drugs Could Increase Risk of Bladder Cancer
University of Alberta scientists discover that pioglitazone, a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes, increases the risk of bladder cancer.
Palestinian Authority Urges Probe into Yasser Arafat Death after Lab Finds Radioactive Polonium on Clothes
Palestinian figurehead's widow will ask for body to be exhumed from West Bank grave for more tests to uncover truth of his death.
Emmanuelle Star Sylvia Kristel Fights for Her Life after Suffering Major Stroke
Dutch-born Sylvia Kristel suffered stroke following surgery for throat cancer.