Hospitals and Healthcare

Artificially sweetened drinks are linked to a 20% higher risk of atrial fibrillation while sugary beverages raise that risk by 10%, a new study found.

PepsiCo and Coca-Cola enter hard soda markets, causing concerns among regulators and researchers.

It’s no secret – too many soft drinks are far from good for our health, but did you know that drinking even just one soft drink a day could increase your risk of cancer – regardless of the size of your waistline?

A new study by Cancer Council Victoria and the University of Melbourne analysed more than 35,000 Victorians over a twelve year period who developed 3,283 cases of obesity-related cancers including liver, ovary, pancreas and gallbladder.

“We were surprised to find increased cancer risk was not driven completely by obesity,” said Associate Professor Allison Hodge of Cancer Council’s cancer epidemiology and intelligence division.

“Even though these cancers were commonly associated with obesity, our research found this risk existed for all participants, no matter their size.”

People with type 2 diabetes who drink more coffee, tea and water can dramatically lower their risk of heart disease and early death, a new study found.

Drink more water, say experts as they argue study proves need for curbs on consumption

New research from the University of Melbourne and the Cancer Council Victoria finds people who regularly drink sugary soft drinks are more at risk of cancer.