A slimming pill should be withdrawn because it can “lead to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes”, The Times and other newspapers reported. It said that
"Antidepressants could double the risk of feelings that could lead to suicide, according to a new study which has triggered furious rows," The Daily Telegraph reports. Critics have attacked the study as "fatally flawed" because researchers…
Sleeping pills taken by millions are linked to dementia, according to The Daily Telegraph. As an estimated 10 million to 11 million prescriptions for benzodiazepines are reported to be issued...
“An artificial pancreas given to pregnant women with diabetes could save mothers' lives and improve the health of their babies,” BBC News has reported. The broadcaster said the device can keep sugar...
The Daily Telegraph reported today on a “new pill that can combat jet lag”. It said that the pill works by mimicking the effects of the ‘sleep hormone’ melatonin
“Women who have an abortion are 30% more likely to develop a mental illness”, reported The Sunday Telegraph. A recent study has found that women who have an abortion
"Paracetamol doesn't help lower-back pain or arthritis, study shows," The Guardian reports on a new review. The review found no evidence that paracetamol had a significant positive effect, compared to placebo…
"Antidepressant use doubles the risk of suicide in under 18s and the risks to adults may have been seriously underestimated," The Daily Telegraph reports. A review of patient reports compiled by drug companies suggests risks may have been under-reported…
"Relief for millions as revolutionary new saline jab spells end of agonising back pain,” is the sensationalist claim in the Daily Express. The actual truth of the matter is that the study in question only provided very limited evidence…