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When you could see a doctor! Golden age of the NHS is revealed in stunning photos charting 75 years

Stunning photographs showing the golden age of the NHS have been published in a new book celebrating the health service 75 years after its creation. In 2023, th... read more

Weirdest celebs diets revealed – from Victoria Beckham to Michelle Keegan

Everyone has a strange eating habit. And celebrities are no exception.  Avoiding vegetables, snacking on ham with ‘toast on top’ and gorging on cou... read more

Toddlers are increasingly being treated for diabetes amid soaring obesity rates

Toddlers are increasingly being treated for diabetes and high blood pressure amid soaring obesity rates – while more teens are suffering from knee problem... read more

HEALTH NOTES: Too lazy to brush teeth properly 

HEALTH NOTES: Too lazy to brush teeth properly By Mail on Sunday Reporter Updated: 23:00 BST, 29 April 2023 More than half of Britons don’t brush their teeth ... read more

Half of blind people left off NHS register they need to access vital help

Thousands of blind people are missing out on NHS services that are essential for helping them with everyday tasks such as cooking and reading, campaigners have ... read more

Why are makers of Alzheimer’s ‘wonder drug’ so silent over its side effects?

It was while taking part in a medical trial for a new dementia ‘wonder drug’ that Genevieve Lane, 79, suffered a fatal brain seizure. Her death, reported by... read more

British scientists plan sophisticated computer program to combat antibiotic resistance

British scientists plan sophisticated computer program to combat antibiotic resistance that claims the lives of 10,000 Britons a year Antibiotic resistance occu... read more

Lung drug proved to ease the pain of psoriasis is providing relieve for three quarters of patients

Lung drug proved to ease the pain of psoriasis by preventing an overactive enzyme from attacking healthy skin Roflumilast reduces patches of painful, flaky skin... read more

The anorexia patients abandoned by the NHS because ‘they are too sick to treat’

Charlotte Nolan, 23, has been fighting the deadly eating disorder anorexia for seven years. And in November she hit rock bottom. The student nurse was living at... read more

New blood test can save bowel cancer patients the agony of unnecessary chemotherapy 

Bowel cancer patients could be spared from chemotherapy thanks to a blood test that can identify whether surgery alone will tackle their tumour. Currently, most... read more

DR KAYE: I’ve lost the padding in my feet – how can I ever wear high heels?  

This sounds daft, but my feet seem to have lost their padding. It means wearing anything other than trainers is uncomfortable. I have a wedding coming up and Iâ... read more

How American’s favorite snacks got smaller and MORE expensive – chips, candies, chocolate bars

If you’ve picked up a bag of Doritos recently and thought it had less chips in it, you’re not going crazy. Some of America’s favorite snacks h... read more

How women can maximize exercise by syncing fitness to menstrual cycle

One of the clichés in fitness circles is ‘no pain, no gain’ — but experts are now encouraging women to listen to their bodies. ‘Cycle synci... read more

Warning to dog owners: Do NOT let them sleep in your bed because you could get these nasty illnesses

They’re man’s best friend.  And, according to research, our trusted sleeping partner, too.  Two thirds (62 per cent) of pet owners now share a bed... read more

Dentist reveals four common practices ruining your teeth

Dr Gerry Curatola is a biologic dentist in New York City Mouthwash and charcoal toothpaste should be avoided by anyone concerned with their tooth health, a lead... read more

Miracle new weight loss injection hit by thyroid cancer fears

A miracle weight loss injection is being probed over fears it might raise the risk of cancer. MailOnline can reveal health chiefs have demanded studies be launc... read more

Has India already beaten the super-infectious new Covid variant?

India may have already beaten the Arcturus wave, according to data that destroys fears surrounding the super-infectious Covid variant. A huge explosion in cases... read more

Doctors on high alert after mysterious cluster of brain infections strikes kids in southern Nevada 

Doctors sound alarm over mysterious outbreak of brain infections in Nevada — and they believe it’s linked to Covid lockdowns By Caitlin Tilley, Health R... read more

Teen mental health crisis laid bare: Up to third of students use cannabis

America is in the midst of a teenage mental health crisis, according to official data that suggests a staggering number of children are attempting suicide. A ye... read more

The importance of professional help for drug addiction

Professional help is the most effective way to ensure drug addiction recovery. It provides the necessary support and guidance to help individuals manage their a... read more

‘King Kong’ of weight loss drugs Mounjaro could be approved in the US in months, company says

The ‘King Kong’ of weight loss drugs could be approved in the US within months, its manufacturer says. In a recent trial, patients who received a we... read more

Doctor who discovered her own colon cancer shares warning signs that could save a life

A Florida gynecologist discovered her own stage 4 colon cancer despite suffering just two mild symptoms. Dr Lauren Juyia, 38, started feeling fatigued last ye... read more

CDC RENEWS its Covid vaccine requirement for travelers coming to US

US health officials are pushing ahead with a Covid vaccine mandate for travelers entering the country — despite no evidence it reduces infection rates. In an ... read more

ChatGPT provides higher quality and more empathetic answers than real doctors 80% of the time

AI provides higher quality answers and is more empathetic than real doctors, a study suggests. A study by the University of California San Diego compared writte... read more