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Middle-aged people with HIV and no hepatitis co-infection have a twofold increase in the risk of liver fibrosis

Having HIV almost doubles the risk of liver fibrosis, according to European research published in the online edition of the Journal of Infectious Diseases. Investigators in Denmark and the Netherlands compared rates of liver fibrosis between people living with HIV and people without HIV. Importantly, none of the participants had hepatitis B virus (HBV) or… Read More: Middle-aged people with HIV and no hepatitis co-infection have a… »

Middle-aged should have 'drink-free' days, say campaigners

Image copyright Getty ImagesImage caption “Drink-free” days can reduce the chance of cancer and weight gain A new campaign is urging people between the ages of 45 and 65 to have regular “drink-free” days. Middle-aged drinkers are more likely than other age group to drink more than the recommended 14 units a week. A YouGov… Read More: Middle-aged should have 'drink-free' days, say campaigners »