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The fat jab that can help you lose a fifth of your weight – Tirzepatide is hailed as the ‘King Kong’ of anti-obesity treatment

A new study has shown weight-loss jab tirzepatide could help slimmers stay trim  By Victoria Allen Science Editor Published: 01:55 BST, 16 October 2023 | Upda... read more

Millions of Brits are banishing home gym equipment to storage in October… and taking it out again in the new year

13mil households have a whopping £1.5bn-worth of unused fitness equipment  By Matt Drake Published: 00:54 BST, 16 October 2023 | Updated: 00:54 BST, 16 Octobe... read more

Is coffee the key to better sex? Doctor claims caffeine can help your love life

An NHS surgeon has revealed how coffee could be key to enjoying better sex Dr Karan Rajan said caffeine increasing blood flow may get you to ‘peak arousal... read more

Doctors ration weight loss drugs for teenagers because of a national shortage – triggering a boom in private prescriptions for the skinny jabs

Doctors ration weight loss drugs for teenagers because of a national shortage – triggering a boom in private prescriptions for the skinny jabs Experts say... read more

Seven in ten Brits have let stress overwhelm them… but humming twice a day can make you far more relaxed

Seven in ten Brits have let stress overwhelm them… but humming twice a day can make you far more relaxed Humming may soothe effect on ‘fight or flig... read more

Has Britain’s cost-of-living crisis led to a surge of burns victims being treated by the NHS as hard-up families seek cheaper ways to keep warm?

Hot water burns have increased by 400 per cent according to NHS data Contact burns caused by heating appliances have increased by 200 per cent  By Jonathan Nea... read more

If you hate carrots, you’ll love this: GRAPES also help you see in the dark, study suggests

Just a few handfuls a day for four months improved key markers of eye health Grapes are high in antioxidants which keep eyes healthy, scientists believe READ MO... read more

I just celebrated my 107th birthday – my secret to a long life won’t break the bank

By John Ely Senior Health Reporter For Mailonline Published: 12:52 BST, 13 October 2023 | Updated: 13:08 BST, 13 October 2023 She’s seen five British mona... read more

NHS bosses call for a £1 billion bailout from the Treasury to avert a ‘profound financial crisis’ following doctor strikes

Plea comes as number waiting for routine procedures hit a record 7.75 million Strikes have cost hospitals more than £700 million this financial year  By Kumai... read more

Horror motorcycle accident sees Italian man’s testicle dislocate and sling INSIDE his abdomen

The man, in his 20s, had had his testicle pushed inside his own body Doctors were able to surgically reposition it in an operation lasting 1.5 hours   READ MO... read more

Could PEEPS lose their famous fluorescent color? Candy company Just Born becomes first to pledge to strip cancer-causing food dye from its marshmallow birds after California’s ‘Skittles Ban’

The color dye additive has been shown to cause thyroid cancer in mice  After Easter 2024, Just Born will no longer use red dye No. 3 in its products READ MORE:... read more

Major safety alert over CBD products promoted by celebrities including Claudia Winkleman is issued by watchdogs

Experts warn regular long-term cannabidiol use may harm the liver and thyroid  By Sean Poulter Consumer Affairs Editor Published: 00:15 BST, 12 October 2023 | ... read more

Adding an extra cup of unsweetened coffee to your daily routine leads to sustained weight loss, study suggests

READ MORE: Wegovy now linked to another serious health condition, says study By Caitlin Tilley, Health Reporter For Dailymail.Com Published: 19:04 BST, 11 Octo... read more

Two herbicides detected in up to 98% of children may cause learning and social difficulties, study warns

By Caitlin Tilley, Health Reporter For Dailymail.Com Published: 16:50 BST, 11 October 2023 | Updated: 16:56 BST, 11 October 2023 The two most widely used herbic... read more

I was never ashamed of my wiggly, magical belly after having three kids and losing 130lbs – but I’m so happy with my tummy tuck

By Zeenia Naqvee Published: 16:43 BST, 11 October 2023 | Updated: 16:47 BST, 11 October 2023 A mother-of-three who was left with a pouch of loose skin after los... read more

Why You Should Go to the Dentist Twice a Year as an Adult

It’s important to take proper care of your oral health as it’s your biggest source of health. You can suffer a lot of pain and discomfort if you don... read more

Staggering 2MILLION years of life ‘are lost to cancer every year in Britain’

Researchers in London found about 460 lives are lost to cancer a day But experts say cancer death rates have gone down by 15 per cent since 1980s By Kate Pickl... read more

Scientists fear humanity could lose half of all its future medicines because so many plants face extinction

A new report warns that three out of four undiscovered plants are at risk By Colin Fernandez Published: 00:01 BST, 10 October 2023 | Updated: 00:39 BST, 10 Octo... read more

Labelling processed foods including crisps, chocolate and ice cream as ‘addictive’ could cut obesity rates, review finds

Research found 12 per cent of children had addiction to ultra-processed food  By Kate Pickles Published: 00:03 BST, 10 October 2023 | Updated: 00:03 BST, 10 Oc... read more

Unlocking the Power of Self-Care: A Path to Mental Health and Wellness

A large element of taking care of one’s mental health includes practicing self-care. Self-care can include a variety of habits, routines, and behaviors, but i... read more

Union claims men face bullying over the ‘manopause’ and says employers have a ‘duty of care’ to protect those experiencing it

Union claims men face bullying over the ‘manopause’ and says employers have a ‘duty of care’ to protect those experiencing it The Commun... read more

Stressed? Hang up the washing… Doing everyday tasks could be the best way to wind down, study suggests

56 per cent believing mundane jobs could be more relaxing than meditation  By Andy Dolan Published: 01:03 BST, 9 October 2023 | Updated: 01:04 BST, 9 October 2... read more

Hepatitis outbreak at Maine restaurant puts hundreds of diners at risk

A restaurant employee in Maine came to work while infected with Hepatitis A  Despite the exposure risk, Marco’s Italian Restaurant remains open for busin... read more

North Carolina shelter goes into lockdown after multiple animals die from dog FLU

Three dogs have died and 57 more have respiratory infections Canine influenza is highly contagious and spread through barking and sneezing READ MORE: CDC warns... read more