PlayDr Chris shares the latest news from the world of medicine, including a new over-the-counter diet pill and can three cups of tea a day can really cut cancer?
Mega diet pill to be sold in shops for the first time
The Sun – 22 Jan
A diet pill that boosts weight loss by up to 50% will hit British chemist shops in two months. The drug, which costs £1.50 a day, was last night approved for sale by the European Commission. The pill- called Orlistat or Alli- will be available without the need for a prescription. It works by blocking a quarter of food fat being absorbed into the body.
Third of Brits binge drink once a week
The Sun – 23 Jan
A third of Britons binge drink at least once a week- and experts fear liver disease will soon kill more than lung cancer. Official figures released yesterday provide stark evidence of the alcohol epidemic threatening the nation's health.
Abortions at GP’s surgeties ‘On offer in weeeks’
The Mail – 22 Jan
Women will be able to have abortions at GP surgeries across the country as early as this Spring, it has emerged. Abortion charities say the policy change will make it easier and more convenient for women who are under nine weeks pregnant to terminate.
Three cups of tea a day could cut cancer risk
The Mail – 22 Jan
Just three cups of tea a day could slash the risk of breast cancer in younger women, according to researchers. The chances of developing a tumour dropped by around 37% in women under 50 who drank tea at least three times daily.
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