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COVID-19 was responsible for one-in-12 US deaths during the first 20 months of the pandemic

COVID-19 accounted for one in every 12 deaths that occurred in the U.S. during the first 20 months of the pandemic, a new study finds, with the virus being amon... read more

Just FIVE more virus fatalities recorded in England and Wales last week despite cases having doubled

Covid deaths in England and Wales remain below 25 per day despite infections having almost doubled over the past month, Government data shows. Advocates of No10... read more

Corona-phobic Wales hospital board reintroduces face masks in ALL due to rise in cases

Another Welsh health board has reintroduced face mask mandates in response to soaring Covid cases.  Cardiff and Vale University Health Board yesterday announce... read more

What does the new cancer vaccine trial mean for a cure to the illness?

A cancer jab custom-made from patients’ own tumours has produced ‘really hopeful’ results in a trial on NHS patients. None of the eight head a... read more

Don’t fancy taking the new hangover-prevention pill? Why you should NOT rely on hair of the dog

When plagued with an alcohol-induced headache, nausea and tiredness, people are desperate to try anything to ease their crippling hangover symptoms.  Downing a... read more

Lord Winston accuses 999 call handler of wasting time as his wife lay dying

IVF pioneer Lord Winston has accused a 999 operator of wasting time as his wife lay dying by making him count her heartbeats. The Labour peer, 81, told how the ... read more

New drug could help ease breathing problems

New drug could help ease breathing problems: Experimental meds could help people with chronic lung conditions By Alice Jaffe For The Daily Mail Published: 01:51... read more

Is costly CBD going to ease my aching legs? DR MARTIN SCURR answers your health questions 

I have suffered with arthritis pains in both legs for a number of years and painkillers have had only a limited effect, so now I am taking CBD capsules — 10mg... read more

More than 11,000 bowel cancer deaths could be prevented by simply reinviting people

More than 11,000 lives could be saved by simply reinviting people who miss key bowel cancer test, research suggests. A yearly reminder would boost uptake by nea... read more

ADRIAN MONTI: New implant to treat glaucoma – and get your cataracts done at the same time!

Glaucoma, which is caused by a fluid build-up in the eye, can lead to irreversible sight loss.  Roger Pledge, 76, from Colchester, Essex, was the first in the ... read more

What are the best value remedies for common skin complaints?

There’s a cream, ointment or gel for everything — from insect stings, eczema and summer skin infections triggered by sweating, to perennial complaints such ... read more

Dr MEGAN ROSSI: Take my test to find out if you should be gluten-free!

What’s the first thing that springs to mind when you hear the words ‘food intolerance’? My guess is it’s gluten intolerance. Surveys sho... read more

Mothers whose children became grievously ill warn against a deadly measles complacency

The news that uptake of the MMR vaccine in England is now at its lowest level for nearly a decade filled Jasmine Chamberlain with rage. Her son Elias caught mea... read more

Less than 7% of Americans have good heart health

Less than 7% of Americans have good heart health – with minorities and less educated people suffering the most, study finds Only 7% of Americans have opti... read more

Early school start times lead to mental health issues

American teens are not getting enough sleep every night because of early school start times and the many things demanded of them every day, one expert warns. Li... read more

Covid leaked from an AMERICAN lab, claims top US professor Jeffrey Sachs

Covid leaked out of a laboratory in America rather than China, it has been sensationally claimed. Famous US economist Jeffrey Sachs, who led a two-year probe in... read more

Experts warn that the US could soon lose control of monkeypox

Experts warn that the US could soon lose control of monkeypox due to lack of testing and limited access to vaccines Some experts are warning the monkeypox could... read more

The most common causes of hearing loss and who may be at risk of hearing loss

Hearing loss worldwide affects about half a billion people (almost 8% of the world’s population). The incidence rate increases with age. More than a third... read more

Expectant mother lost 3st while pregnant after being sick up to 60 times a DAY

A new mother lost 3st after a rare pregnancy condition suffered by Kate Middleton left her vomiting up to 60 times a day. Stacey Teakle, now 30, fell pregnant ... read more

Male cyclists should regularly stand on pedals to avoid crushing private parts, scientists say 

Male cyclists should regularly stand on pedals to avoid crushing private parts on the saddle, scientists say Researchers say it is ‘critical’ men avoid crus... read more

Mother, 34, who suffered a stroke was told by GP to go home and have a MANICURE

Mother, 34, who suffered a stroke was told by GP to go home and have a MANICURE ‘to cheer herself up’ Kerri-Ann Wool had a sudden severe headache, d... read more

Hangover pill goes on sale in Britain TODAY: £1-a-pop tablet leaves boozers ‘feeling fresh’

Hangover pill goes on sale in Britain TODAY: £1-a-pop tablet leaves boozers ‘feeling fresh’ the next day (just make sure you take it BEFORE you sta... read more

Doctors shouldn’t call out Mr or Mrs in the waiting room ‘in case they get gender wrong’

Don’t call patients Mr or Mrs! GP surgeries should ditch gender titles in waiting rooms to be more inclusive to LGBT community, doctors say EXCLUSIVE: GPs... read more

How to Talk to Your Friends About Addiction Recovery

Addiction, also known as substance use disorder, is a disease in which a person is compelled to take alcohol or drugs despite negative effects. “Not only can ... read more