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Martin Scurr: Why an op can leave you wobbly months later

Fifteen months ago I had a right hip replacement. It went well, and after a couple of days the pain was gone. However, since then I’ve lost my balance and... read more

Ecologist claims he is IMMUNE to attacks from the disease-carrying ticks – and his body KILLS them

A 68-year-old ecologist in New York has claimed that his immune system kills ticks that bite him. Richard Ostfeld has spent decades studying the critters in the... read more

‘Silver tsunami’ of older cancer patients to hit NHS

The rising ageing population will see UK cancer cases surge by a third within the next two decades. Deaths are expected to rise by a quarter with six in 10 of t... read more

Urgent warning over ‘risky’ hay fever jabs sold for just £40 as UK is battered by ‘pollen bomb’

Private clinics are illegally promoting hay fever jabs, cashing in on fears the UK will be hit by a ‘pollen bomb’ in the coming days. MailOnline fo... read more

Texas becomes 17th state to ban transgender care for minors

Texas has become the 17th state to outlaw gender-affirming care for teenagers. Republican Governor Greg Abbot signed a bill Friday banning puberty blockers, ho... read more

My son was born with bulging eyes and totally blind – but baffled doctors don’t know why

My son was born with bulging eyes and totally blind – but baffled doctors don’t know why Kobi-Jai Morgan was born in March 2022 with bruising around... read more

Benefits of original Covid lockdown were ‘a drop in the bucket compared to the costs’

Draconian lockdown measures taken to stop the spread of Covid in early 2020 may have saved just 1,700 lives, analysis suggests. Economists today claimed their f... read more

Breakthrough in treating one of the deadliest cancers

Breakthrough in treating one of the deadliest blood cancers: ‘Remarkably effective’ new immunotherapy can slow disease’s progress by 74% By Ka... read more

Cancer epidemic in young people laid bare: colorectal cancer cases in under-40s DOUBLED by 2030

Colon cancer deaths among young people are expected to have doubled in two decades by 2030, experts warn.  The cancer – which is especially hard to treat... read more

YouTube is playing 30-second adverts before FIRST AID videos

After finding someone unconscious and calling emergency services, a worried bystander might turn to YouTube for a reminder on how to perform CPR. But the site i... read more

Which foods are ultra-processed and are they bad for you? List plus expert views on health impact 

Food can be divided into four categories, from unprocessed to ultra-processed. Despite being an unfamiliar term, much of what we eat nowadays will fall into the... read more

Britain’s most calorific sausage rolls revealed… and Gregg’s ISN’T the worst offender

Britain’s most calorific sausage roll is even worse for your waistline than two pints of beer, analysis shows.  But the worst offender is not sold at Gre... read more

The bizarre ‘movement’ resurrecting women’s flailing libido by giving them mind-blowing orgasms

Women claim to have revived their flailing sex drives thanks to a bizarre new trend seemingly sweeping the US.  The fad — nicknamed a ‘movement’ ... read more

Expert reveals 9 ways to sleep well during hay fever season

Many will have heard the uptake in sneezes and sniffles around the office these past few weeks.  Millions in the UK suffer with hay fever – and the seaso... read more

I got pregnant at the same time as my mother

A mother and daughter who became pregnant at the same time each gave birth to baby boys just two weeks apart – and the uncle and nephew are now both due t... read more

I was told I was ‘too old’ to get pregnant – but gave birth to a miracle baby at 45

A 45-year-old woman who was told she was ‘too old’ to fall pregnant has welcomed a ‘miracle’ baby boy – and she believes viagra wa... read more

Revolutionizing Cardiovascular Condition Management Through Heart Bug Monitors

Since the introduction of heart rate monitors, cardiologists have made significant strides in both the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. The... read more

Exploring the Non-surgical and Surgical Approaches as Viable Options for Hip Treatment

Hip problems, including injury, arthritis, and other conditions, can significantly impact a person’s mobility and quality of life. Finding the right appro... read more

‘Worrying trend’ as nearly twice as many young adults are not working due to ill health

Generation sicknote: ‘Worrying trend’ as nearly twice as many young adults are not working due to ill health compared with a decade ago Most of thos... read more

PM to pledge £1billion to train tens of thousands of extra nurses, midwives, doctors and dentists

PM to pledge £1billion to train tens of thousands of extra nurses, midwives, doctors and dentists over next five years The Prime Minister hopes the extra fundi... read more

You’re more likely to have serious heart attack on a Monday than on any other day, scientists reveal

Happy Monday everybody! Scientists reveal you’re more likely to have a serious heart attack today than on any other day of the week By Shaun Wooller Healt... read more

Don’t worry if your partner’s snoring forces you to sleep in different rooms…

Don’t worry if your partner’s snoring forces you to sleep in different rooms… It could SAVE your marriage! By Emma Powell Deputy Showbusiness ... read more

Thousands of bowel cancer patients could be spared radiotherapy with no impact on their survival

Thousands of bowel cancer patients could be spared radiotherapy with no impact on their survival Nine in 10 patients who skipped radiotherapy as likely to be al... read more

Quality Control and Assurance in Vitamin Manufacturing

In today’s health-conscious world, the demand for dietary supplements is on the rise. As consumers increasingly seek ways to enhance their well-being, the... read more