Zinc supplements ‘may cut how long respiratory infections last’
Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) can affect the sinuses, throat, airways or lungs, and most get better without treatment.
Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) can affect the sinuses, throat, airways or lungs, and most get better without treatment.
The activists cycled from London to Glasgow to raise awareness of the damage to health that air pollution can cause, particularly in children.
Attacks are most likely on younger personnel, those with officer status or in combat roles, according to research in BMJ Military Health journal
Research also found veterans report higher use of healthcare services, including hospital stays and visits to GPs, than non-veterans.
The biggest drop in the risk of dying related to death from heart disease and problems with blood vessels.
Early diagnosis of cancer is known to be a major factor in saving lives.
Hormone replacement therapy is prescribed to relieve symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings.
Public health strategies and school policies should be developed to ensure that good quality nutrition is available to all children, researchers say.
Experts said there was no evidence that vaccination affected fertility.
A University of Aberdeen study found the numbers of patients using opioids while waiting for surgery increased by 40% compared to pre-pandemic levels.
The BMJ said it is the first time so many journals have come together to make the same statement.
When schools were open, the risk among teachers and other working-age adults was similar, research showed.
Effectiveness against infection ranged from 80% for nursing home staff to 91% for nursing home residents, the research suggested.
The footballer said he is concerned that the number of people benefiting from the Healthy Start scheme is now plateauing.
Researchers have warned that pupils are facing a ‘double hit’ to their educational prospects.