Skin cancer: Missing eyelids when using SPF moisturiser a ‘risk’

Image copyright Getty Images Failing to apply moisturiser with sun protection factor (SPF) and sunscreen properly to the face, particularly around eyes, could be putting people at risk of skin cancer, a study suggests. Researchers found differences in the way people applied sunscreen and SPF moisturiser. More skin is missed with moisturiser – especially the […]

HPV vaccine linked to ‘dramatic’ drop in cervical disease

Image copyright Media for Medical The routine vaccination of girls with the HPV vaccine in Scotland has led to a “dramatic” drop in cervical disease in later life, new research suggests. Human papilomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection and some types are linked to cervical cancer. Researchers said the vaccine has nearly wiped out […]

Skin cancer: Missing eyelids when using SPF moisturiser a ‘risk’

Image copyright Getty Images Failing to apply moisturiser with sun protection factor (SPF) and sunscreen properly to the face, particularly around eyes, could be putting people at risk of skin cancer, a study suggests. Researchers found differences in the way people applied sunscreen and SPF moisturiser. More skin is missed with moisturiser – especially the […]

HPV vaccine linked to ‘dramatic’ drop in cervical disease

Image copyright Media for Medical The routine vaccination of girls with the HPV vaccine in Scotland has led to a “dramatic” drop in cervical disease in later life, new research suggests. Human papilomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection and some types are linked to cervical cancer. Researchers said the vaccine has nearly wiped out […]

HPV vaccine linked to ‘dramatic’ drop in cervical disease

Image copyright Media for Medical The routine vaccination of girls with the HPV vaccine in Scotland has led to a “dramatic” drop in cervical disease in later life, new research suggests. Human papilomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection and some types are linked to cervical cancer. Researchers said the vaccine has nearly wiped out […]

HPV vaccine linked to ‘dramatic’ drop in cervical disease

Image copyright Media for Medical The routine vaccination of girls with the HPV vaccine in Scotland has led to a “dramatic” drop in cervical disease in later life, new research suggests. Human papilomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection and some types are linked to cervical cancer. Researchers said the vaccine has nearly wiped out […]

HPV vaccine linked to ‘dramatic’ drop in cervical disease

Image copyright Media for Medical The routine vaccination of girls with the HPV vaccine in Scotland has led to a “dramatic” drop in cervical disease in later life, new research suggests. Human papilomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection and some types are linked to cervical cancer. Researchers said the vaccine has nearly wiped out […]

Sexism, bullying and the NHS

Image copyright Getty Images Bullying, sexism, aggression and rudeness are commonplace among the medical profession, doctors say. In two separate developments, two GPs and the doctors’ regulator have spoken out about their concerns. GPs Dr Zoe Norris and Dr Katie Bramall-Stainer described how women doctors had been belittled and sexually harassed at British Medical Association […]

Neglect contributed to woman’s death after being issued wrong drug

Image copyright Family handout Image caption Eileen McAdie was prescribed an increased dose of a painkiller but was given a drug for blood pressure Neglect was a contributing factor in the death of a woman suffering from shingles given the wrong drug by a pharmacy, a coroner ruled. Eileen McAdie was given blood pressure drug […]

Debunking vaccination myths for parents

Media caption‘We want to know if vaccines are safe’ A growing number of parents are confused about whether to vaccinate their children, with many influenced by “anti-vax” material on social media. Can asking experts questions help one undecided couple find clarity? “We’re undecided but are swaying towards not getting the baby vaccinated,” Mark tells the […]