Statins are widely used as a preventative treatment for those judged to be at risk of heart attacks or stroke. UK authorities are now proposing the drug treatment be extended to take in those at an even lower risk.

The World Health Organization is asking for input on a set of draft guidelines that recommend adults consume no more than 6 teaspoons of sugar per day.

For some of us, cold weather is not just a matter of comfort – it’s a matter of health.

Though causes of dementia remain unclear, there is some positive news as to how it might be prevented and managed.