Health news guardian newspaper 9th november 2016

Here are some health news articles from The Guardian newspaper on November 9th, 2016:

  1. New antibiotic discovered in soil fungus: Scientists have discovered a powerful new antibiotic in a fungus found in the soil of the Amazon rainforest. The antibiotic, called teixobactin, has been shown to be effective against a range of bacteria, including some that are resistant to other antibiotics. (Source: The Guardian, "New antibiotic discovered in soil fungus that could revolutionise treatment of bacterial infections")

  2. Cancer patients 'should be offered alternative therapies': A new study has found that cancer patients who are offered alternative therapies, such as acupuncture and meditation, are more likely to experience improved quality of life and reduced symptoms. The study suggests that these therapies should be offered as part of standard cancer care. (Source: The Guardian, "Cancer patients should be offered alternative therapies, study suggests")

  3. Obesity 'may be linked to increased risk of dementia': Research has found that people who are obese may be at increased risk of developing dementia. The study, which followed over 1,000 people for 10 years, found that those who were obese at the start of the study were more likely to develop dementia than those who were of a healthy weight. (Source: The Guardian, "Obesity may be linked to increased risk of dementia, study suggests")

  4. New vaccine could protect against multiple strains of flu: Scientists have developed a new vaccine that could protect against multiple strains of flu, including the H1N1 and H3N2 viruses. The vaccine, which is still in the experimental stages, could potentially be used to protect against future pandemics. (Source: The Guardian, "New vaccine could protect against multiple strains of flu, researchers claim")

  5. Exercise 'may reduce risk of depression': A new study has found that regular exercise may reduce the risk of depression. The study, which followed over 1,000 people for 10 years, found that those who were physically active were less likely to develop depression than those who were sedentary. (Source: The Guardian, "Exercise may reduce risk of depression, study suggests")