Archive for August, 2007

Bacteria ‘do not cut short life’

A bacteria-free existence is unlikely to extend life expectancy, scientists suggest.

Sacked S Africa minister hits out

South Africa's former deputy health minister says she was sacked for doing her job after criticising hospital conditions.

GMC inquiry into foreign doctors

The General Medical Council to investigate why it is more likely to discipline foreign-trained doctors.

Sickness spreads in S Asia floods

Thousands fall sick as flood waters that have affected 28 million people recede across South Asia.

MRI scan ‘beats’ mammogram

MRI scans are far better at detecting aggressive early breast cancers than standard mammograms, a study finds.