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Got a limp handshake? It might mean you’re at risk of an early death, study claims

A limp handshake is a surefire way to make a bad impression at a job interview. But a lack of firmness might have more serious implications — it could be a si... read more

Morrisons joins Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda in removing best-selling Elf vape bar from sale

Major retailers have pulled sales of bestselling Elf Bar vapes after a Mail investigation found the company was breaking the law on nicotine limits. Tesco, Sain... read more

How 20 minutes of lunges while being ZAPPED might be ‘as good as a brutal hour-and-a-half workout’

The thought of having to sweat it out in the gym to lose weight puts many off trying. But a new fitness studio is promising to help you shift the scales even mo... read more

Other huge flaw of the child measurement scheme which experts warn spark rise in eating disorders

It may do more harm than good and potentially encourage eating disorders in kids, researchers warned today. But it’s not the first time the NHS-backed sch... read more

Amazon has reduced the Bob and Brad C2 massage gun to $69.99 but is it worth it?

SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Products featured in this Mail Best article are selected by our shopping writers. If you make a purchase using links o... read more

How to achieve a balance between mental and physical health

It’s no secret that mental and physical health are interconnected – when one suffers, the other often will too. Mental illness can lead to a weakene... read more

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) causing dry skin

The skin is the largest part of the body and one of the body organs that protect us from infections due to bloodborne pathogens and other dangers. The skin play... read more

Calling kids ‘overweight’ is fat-shaming, experts say

Labelling children as ‘overweight’ is fat shaming and can do more harm than good, a study suggests. The National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) ... read more

Pregnant women who use vapes or snus may increase baby’s risk of sudden infant death three-fold

Vaping or using snus during pregnancy raises the risk of sudden infant death by up to three times, a study suggests. Both e-cigarettes and snus – sometime... read more

How long can people survive in the rubble of an earthquake? Searches continue in Turkey and Syria

‘Keep fighting’: Experts urge families in Turkey and Syria not to lose hope – saying victims can survive in the rubble for up to seven days Pe... read more

We inherited many things from Mum: long legs, great hair… and unfortunately, a deadly cancer gene

To be a model you first have to win the genetic lottery, Jade Power acknowledges. The former beauty queen has had a successful career thanks largely to her 5ft ... read more

Have YOU caught the stomach flu recently? Cases are rising across the US

Doctors are warning parents to be on the lookout for the ‘stomach flu’ in the coming weeks as infections rebound following years of lockdowns. Offic... read more

Chemicals in nail polish, shampoo raise the risk of type 2 diabetes in women

Toxic chemicals in fragrances, nail polishes, and shampoo may raise the risk of type 2 diabetes in women, a study suggests. Phthalates are chemicals that streng... read more

Disposable vapes like Elf bars should be BANNED in Britain, ex-health minister claims

Disposable vapes like Elf bars should be BANNED in Britain, ex-health minister claims Conservative former health minister Dr Caroline Johnson called for a vape ... read more

Biden Administration suggests it could KEEP Covid vaccine passport requirement

The Biden Administration has praised the Covid vaccine entry requirement for travelers to the US – raising fears the controversial curb could stay beyond ... read more

Decision to prescribe 13 antipsychotic drugs to Duxbury mom slammed by experts

Doctors today warned against overprescribing antipsychotic drugs to new mothers with depression after the tragic triple killing of three children in Massachuset... read more

Sleep-deprived America laid bare: Interactive maps show 40% of Hawaiins get less than 7hrs a night

America’s chronic sleep deprivation problem has been laid bare in a DailyMail.com interactive map based on official data. It reveals that almost a third o... read more

Department of Health spent a record £626MILLION of taxpayer cash on management consultants

Department of Health spent a record £626MILLION of taxpayer cash on management consultants for the NHS last year EXCLUSIVE: The department’s bill for con... read more

Are YOU a ‘fruit-phobe’? Doctors debunk common myth that too much fruit is bad for you

Fruit has been maligned by many who argue that the sugar content cancels out its nutritional value, but doctors say it’s a myth. Apples, blueberries, bana... read more

Experts find another reason why drinking coffee is GOOD for you and the benefits are ‘very clear’

A coffee a day might be enough to keep the doctor away. For researchers have found coffee lovers tend to have lower blood pressure and healthier hearts.  And ... read more

I’m a grandmother-of-five and I became a bodybuilder at 65

A grandma who tipped the scales at 185lbs revealed how she shed the fat and became a body builder at the age of 65.  Susan Guidi, from Tampa, Florida, set out... read more

NHS waiting lists will not fall until the summer of 2024

NHS waiting lists will not fall until the summer of 2024 due to hospitals failing to deliver on operations and appointments, report says Institute for Fiscal St... read more

How your health kick could be adding to your waistline!

You might assume oat, nut and fruit bars are always healthier than a Mars bar. But you’re wrong. For cereal and protein bars sold on the high street can c... read more

NHS under fire for hiring branding agency to improve its image amid strikes and waiting list crisis

That’s NOT what the doctor ordered! NHS comes under fire for hiring branding agency to improve its image amid strikes and waiting list crisis MPs and camp... read more