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Insights into statins  and likely side-effects relative to benefits

This article is an update of current knowledge of risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy

New benefit from flu vaccinations include possible reduced heart attack risk.

New research shows that  close attention to moisturising skin can greatly help children with eczema .

Lifestyle changes you make to  help  reduce your blood pressure .

This is a very important ,effective vaccine, now being made freely available to all new-Zealanders, starting the programme under the age of 27. It will greatly reduce the rate of cervical and some other cancer…

This is a complex  area  with many influences. This article provides an overview of some recent observational research on the topic, with guidance on interpretation .

Strokes worldwide are a largely preventable disease. This summary of a recent study guides you on what to focus on.

An analysis of many studies shows evidence  of benefits for overall health, including reductions in vascular problems (eg stroke) and cancer.

Men may face a confusing choice of   options for managing prostate cancer. This article summarises the latest research  to help in decision making.

Early treatment of HIV important to reduce transmission

This mosquito borne virus is in the news , because of its ability to cause microcephaly in babies and  the potential risks to spectators and athletes at the Rio Olympic Games .