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• Driver deluded on performance (9/09/2010)
  

  Most motorists fancy themselves as better drivers than others on the road, according to Canadian psychologists.

• Angry, attractive women have the edge (7/09/2010)
  

  Attractive women may have the competitive edge by letting their temper flare more, say US scientists.

• TV-viewing link to death (5/09/2010)
  

  The more TV a person watches, the sooner they die, say Australian researchers.

• Caffeine affects boys more (3/09/2010)
  

  Caffeine has a stronger effect on boys than girls, according to a US study.

• Big bums, thighs healthy (1/09/2010)
  

  Carrying extra weight on your hips, bum and thighs is good for your health, protecting against heart and metabolic problems, British experts say.

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• Love Safely and Responsibly this Valentine's Day (13/02/2005)
  

  14th February 2005 - Valentine's Day is an internationally recognised day for romance and love. It's the day to tell your special person what they mean to you.

• Anti-Cholesterol Drugs Blamed for Increased Inc idence of Alzheimer's Disease (23/11/2004)
  

  Pfizer states that there is minimal evidence that demonstrates that people using "statins" are at risk for cognitive impairment. Spontaneous reports of memory changes associated with any cholesterol-lowering treatment are rare, and only provide a possible signal of adverse events occurring in the community. While more study may be required, it is important to note that a causal relationship between Atorvastatin (Lipitor), Simvastatin (Zocor, Lipex, Simvar), Pravastatin (Pravachol) and Fluvastatin (Lescol) and cases of memory changes has not been established.

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