Top health stories from around the world: 3 February 2014
International health news
- Pesticide linked to Alzheimer’s – The once-common pesticide DDT has been found in higher levels in Alzheimer’s patients than healthy people.
- Lower risk of birth deformities in older mothers – Mothers over the age of 35 are less likely to have a baby with major congenital defects, finds new study.
- VIDEO: Germiest spots in your home – The dirtiest spots in your kitchen, living room and bathroom are revealed.
Health advice
- Avoiding digital eye strain – How to prevent eye damage when looking at a screen all day, top tips from a world-renowned ophthalmologist.
Country-specific health
- Russia: Vodka blamed for high death rates – 25% of Russian men die before they reach 55, with alcohol, especially vodka, to blame.
- Spain: 1000s protest new abortion law – The new draft law would allow abortion only in cases of rape or threat to the mother’s health.