Christie to pioneer 4D scanner for real-time cancer treatment
The Christie hospital will become the first in the UK to use a 4D CT scanner, combining CT imaging with video X-ray to treat tumours in real time, as part of a £42.5m redevelopment.
Category : Cardiology
McTominay back in Napoli training after heart surgery
Scott McTominay has returned to individual training with Napoli following heart surgery for a benign arrhythmia, with a comeback targeted against Frosinone.
Dog trainer warns spaniels may not suit busy family homes
Canine behaviourist Will Atherton says spaniels, though affectionate and clever, have high energy and a strong working drive that rarely meshes well in a busy family home.
Weekend lie-ins may reduce heart disease risk, study finds
A large study suggests catching up on sleep at weekends could lower the risk of heart disease by up to a fifth, offering potential benefits for those who miss sleep during the week.
Mammograms May Predict Heart Disease Risk in Women
A new study suggests mammograms can identify women at higher risk of heart disease by detecting breast artery calcification, offering a chance for early prevention.
Study: Visceral fat worse for heart health than BMI
Queen Mary University study of 34,000 Brits finds visceral fat around abdomen is stronger link to heart aging and disease than BMI, especially in men.
Celtic's Johnston out until October, O'Neill confirms
Celtic boss Martin O'Neill confirms Alistair Johnston faces a lay-off until October with a muscular injury, while Auston Trusty is fit for the LASK clash.
Blackpool defender Jordan Brown hospitalised after chest infection
Blackpool defender Jordon Brown was hospitalised after playing with a chest infection during the opening weekend. Manager Ian Evatt says tests are clear and he is recovering.
Family drove 62 miles with son 'asleep' in back seat - then realise he had died
A family drove 62 miles with their son in the back seat, believing he was asleep, before discovering he had died of a cardiac arrest on the A21 in Italy.
Family drives 60 miles with dead son in car on Italy road trip
A Romanian family drove 60 miles along Italy's A21 motorway before realizing their 31-year-old son had died of a cardiac arrest in the back seat.
Taking stairs cuts heart death risk by 39%
A new study finds that regularly climbing stairs reduces the risk of dying from heart disease by 39%, based on data from over 480,000 participants.
Kyiv horror: Zelensky pleads for Patriots after 17 killed
Russia kills 17 in Kyiv overnight; Zelensky urges allies to supply anti-ballistic systems, citing delays causing casualties.
Red bench tribute to young woman with heart condition in Kilbroney Park
A red bench has been unveiled in Kilbroney Park, Rostrevor, in tribute to Caoimhe Loughran, a young woman with a heart condition.
Cold hands and feet could signal 'silent killer' condition, expert warns
Persistently cold hands and feet could signal high blood pressure, the 'silent killer', warn experts. Learn the warning signs and when to see a GP.
Clopidogrel found to outperform aspirin in preventing heart attacks and strokes
Study finds clopidogrel reduces heart attack and stroke risk by 14% compared with aspirin in CAD patients, without extra bleeding risk.
Father dies after collapsing at son's funeral in Teesside
Norman White, 61, died after collapsing from a suspected heart attack at his son David Beilicki's funeral in Teesside, leaving the family heartbroken.
NHS GP names oily fish as the one superfood for heart health
An NHS GP has revealed the one superfood to add to your diet for better heart health: oily fish, rich in omega-3, with oats as a standout alternative.
Ibuprofen: 35p painkiller linked to higher risk of heart attack, experts warn
Experts warn that regular or high-dose use of ibuprofen, a 35p painkiller, may increase heart attack risk, especially in older adults and those with cardiovascular conditions.
Corrie legend Beverley Callard says waiting for cancer surgery is the hardest part
Former Corrie star Beverley Callard, 68, reveals the wait for breast cancer surgery is the hardest part, praising NHS staff as she prepares for a big operation.
Mother's 'groundbreaking' heart surgery offers more time with family
Angela Gardner, 55, had all four heart valves replaced in a rare, successful operation at Newcastle's Freeman Hospital, giving her more time with her children.
Stroke risk factors rising faster for Black people: study
A new study finds stroke risk factors like diabetes and hypertension are increasing faster among Black African and Caribbean people than white people.
Omega-3 Supplements May Reduce Heart Disease Risk in Diabetics, Study Finds
New research suggests omega-3 supplements can lower heart disease risk in people with type 2 diabetes by reducing inflammation and improving metabolism.
Lawyer, 22, dies after allergic reaction to CT scan dye
Brazilian lawyer Leticia Paul, 22, died after an anaphylactic reaction to a CT scan contrast agent during a routine checkup.
Australian Weatherman Paul Burt Lashes Out Live on Air After Being Sacked
Australian weatherman Paul Burt criticised his firing live on Channel 7, saying he was given no choice in leaving the network.
Neuroendocrine cancer patients 'turned away' as diagnosis delays persist, charity warns
Neuroendocrine Cancer UK warns patients are being turned away, with diagnosis taking 4.5 years on average, as rates rise 371% since 1995.
'Hidden' visceral fat linked to faster heart ageing, study finds
Visceral fat around organs accelerates heart ageing, while hip and thigh fat protects women, according to a new UK study using AI and UK Biobank data.
Safe Coffee Limit: Five Cups Daily, Experts Confirm
The American Heart Association says up to 400mg of caffeine (about five cups of coffee) daily is safe for most adults and may even benefit heart health. Experts also note no increased cardiovascular risk without added sugar.
10,000 Steps a Day a Myth, Just 4,000 Needed for Health Benefits, Study Finds
Study finds older women need only 4,000 steps on 1-2 days a week to significantly cut early death risk, challenging the 10,000-step myth.
11 minutes more sleep daily cuts heart attack risk by 10%, study finds
Study shows 11 more minutes sleep, 4.5 mins brisk walking, and extra veg reduce heart attack risk by 10%.
Extra 11 minutes' sleep a night cuts heart attack risk by 10%, study finds
Small daily changes – 11 minutes more sleep, 4.5 mins extra brisk walking, 50g more veg – cut heart attack and stroke risk by 10%, study finds.
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