Alzheimer's drug study gives 'tantalising' results

A drug that destroys the characteristic protein plaques that build up in the brains of patients with Alzheimer's is showing "tantalising" promise, scientists say. Experts are cautious because the drug, Aducanumab, is still in the early stages of development. But a study in Nature has shown it is safe and hinted that it halts memory decline. Larger studies are now under way to fully evaluate the drug's effects. The build-up of amyloid...

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EpiPen maker to sell cheaper generic version

The maker of the EpiPen will start selling a generic version in the wake of criticism about steep price increases. Mylan said it expected to start selling a cheaper generic product "in several weeks" at a list price of $300 (£230). That is about half the list price of the existing product, which is used in emergencies for severe food and insect allergies. The cost of EpiPens in the US has risen by 500% in less than a decade. Mylan said the...

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Zika virus: Singapore confirms 41 locally transmitted cases

Singapore has confirmed 41 cases of the Zika virus which were locally transmitted. Most of those infected were foreign construction workers, and all lived or worked within the same region of the country, said the health ministry. None were known to have travelled to Zika-affected areas recently. Thirty-four people have fully recovered but seven are still in hospital. Zika generally has mild effects but has been linked to severe birth...

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HIV effort let down by test shortages, says WHO

A shortage of HIV testing could undermine global efforts to diagnose and treat people with the infection, warn experts from the World Health Organization. They looked at responses to annual surveys that the WHO had sent to 127 countries between 2012 and 2014 asking about capacity and usage of blood tests that check HIV status and health. They found worrying gaps in provision. They warn that United Nation targets for HIV could be missed as...

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Is Grass-Fed Beef Really Healthier? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

LAST UPDATED: AUG 23, 2016 When it comes to red meat, quality is crucial. In search of top notch beef, most health conscious consumers look for a "grass-fed" label. But to select the best burgers, steaks, and jerky, here's what you really need to know. First things first, grass-fed beef is better for you It's much leaner than its conventional counterpart. It's also higher in key nutrients, including...

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Bring On the Broccoli

            They may be chock-full of nutrients, but exotic vegetables            like celeriac and Jerusalem artichokesdon't always appeal to more traditional pallets. And that's fine, according to Dr. Oz, who says broccoli is his all-time favorite produce."artichokes is the best produce option because it cleanses the liver and helps to fight cancer,"...

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Get Strong, Not Skinny

Illness or injury may often be the instigator, but frailty is what kills us, says Dr. Mehmet Oz, cardiothoracsurgeon, author, and host of The Dr. Oz Show. Our bodies can't recover as well if we're not strong, which is why he recommends a balanced workout plan that includes strength, cardio, and flexibility training. This doesn't mean you need to spend hours in the gym each week. The busy doctor has no problem fitting in his seven-minute...

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