Protein-rich diet link to Alzheimer's in test mice

SCIENTISTS studying Alzheimer's disease in mice have found a high-protein diet led them to develop smaller brains.

Over-threes who use dummies 'at risk of speech problems'

CHILDREN who still use dummies after the age of three risk speech problems, research published today shows.

Scottish scientists grow liver cells from skin in search for new drugs

A MAJOR stem-cell breakthrough by Scottish scientists could revolutionise the development of new treatments for liver disease.

Couples wait six months to three years for IVF in 'postcode lottery'

COUPLES seeking IVF treatment face a "postcode lottery" across the country, it was claimed yesterday.

Swine flu jabs start today but come too late for Scottish victim No 16

SCOTLAND is entering a key moment in tackling the swine flu pandemic with its vaccination plans, experts said yesterday, as a new death linked to the virus was announced.

Chance to see park's wildlife at open day

A FREE open day is to take place at the Bawsinch and Duddingston wildlife reserve in Holyrood Park on Sunday.

Chance to see park's wildlife at open day

A FREE open day is to take place at the Bawsinch and Duddingston wildlife reserve in Holyrood Park on Sunday.

Hotel raises over £3000 to help Sick Kids

A SERIES of charity events at a city hotel has raised more than £3000 for an organisation supporting the Sick Kids hospital.

Hotel raises over £3000 to help Sick Kids

A SERIES of charity events at a city hotel has raised more than £3000 for an organisation supporting the Sick Kids hospital.

Lothian meets new time rules

HEALTH bosses in Lothian say they have met strict new working time regulations in the first month of operation.