Vitamin B 'puts off Alzheimer's' High doses of B vitamins may slow the rate of brain shrinkage in older people experiencing warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, a new study says.
Empty shops highlighting 'divide' The number of shops closing in Britain is slowing but a north-south divide has emerged, a survey by retail analysts the Local Data Company suggests.
Nutrient clue to common disorder Scientists begin a study to determine if an everyday vitamin supplement could help prevent a common birth defect.
Child detention 'harm' documented A medical charity says it has documented for the first time the effects of immigration detention on children facing removal from the UK.
Boundary move 'gives Tories hope' Boundary changes for the next Scottish Parliament elections suggest a possible boost to the Conservatives, according to experts.
Rig firms hit back at BP report Contractors who worked for BP on the ill-fated Deepwater Horizon oil rig criticise the company's report into the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.