Climbing stairs can prolong life

Depression 'doubles' early birth
Women who are depressed during pregnancy have twice the risk of their babies coming early, according to US researchers.

Speed of eating 'key to obesity'
Wolfing down meals may be enough to nearly double the risk of being overweight, Japanese research suggests.

Mobile phones 'cause skin rash'
Mobile phones users are at risk of rashes caused by nickel in their handsets, skin experts warn.

Gene scan to predict hair loss
Genes that may increase by seven-fold the risk of early baldness amongst men have been uncovered by researchers.

Painkillers 'cut breast cancer'
Regular use of common painkillers such as aspirin and ibuprofen reduces the risk of breast cancer, a study finds.