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Owning a cat or dog slows down cognitive decline, study claims

Two-thirds of dog owners walked their dogs and saw the health benefitsScientists revealed owning a cat or dog cuts risk of cognitive decline for all By Xantha [...]

Get dry mouth? Scientists invent better ‘saliva substitute’ that could help millions

A dry mouth is a common condition that affects up to 10 million people in the UKBut the new water-based lubricant is allegedly up to [...]

Dentists should check patients’ weight and blood pressure during check-ups, public health experts say

Checks will help identify people at risk of heart problems and diabetesBy Victoria Allen Science Editor Published: 00:44 GMT, 20 November 2023 | Updated: 01:42 [...]

Millions of life-saving Covid-19 drugs go to waste after NHS backtracks on plans to offer them to the most vulnerable

Paxlovid was to be offered to the elderly, the overweight and those with diabetesNHS England appealed this recommendation, arguing it would be too expensiveBy Ethan [...]

Calls for deodorant warnings amid viral cold burn challenge on Tiktok – with children as young as TEN admitted to hospital

Children as young as ten have played at a dangerous deodorant challenge onlineWounds are caused by very low temperatures – and is better-known as frostbiteBy [...]

Cutting-edge therapy is the first treatment that could put liver damage from cirrhosis in reverse

Injections into the livers of cirrhosis patients have produced startling resultsThe treatment, developed at The University of Edinburgh, has been hailedBy Pat Hagan Published: 22:45 [...]

Jogging can help reignite spark between couples wanting to improve sex life, health expert says

By Victoria Allen Published: 02:06 GMT, 18 November 2023 | Updated: 02:06 GMT, 18 November 2023 Forget oysters and champagne – going for a run [...]

Kentucky researcher solves 60-year mystery of how the heart functions

Samples of donated hearts from patients were used to generate 3D picturesResearchers were able to work out the structure of thick filaments in the heartREAD [...]

Experts warn Kim Kardashian’s hectic schedule could cause permanent MEMORY LOSS, as the star reveals she’s suffering blackouts

Sleep is critical for memory consolidation and adults need at least seven hours Not getting enough shut-eye can lead to memories not being formed properlyREAD MORE: Ozempic [...]

Lenny Rush’s rare condition spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita explained

The 14-year-old will tonight become the first child presenter of Children in NeedLenny has said he hopes to inspire children with dwarfism through performingBy Emily Craig [...]

The two surprising psychological hacks that will make you relax INSTANTLY this holiday season

Nearly half of Americans report feeling more stressed during the holiday seasonChewing gum and humming have been shown to quickly reduce stress levelsREAD MORE: Do [...]

Expert reveals clever trick to beat constipation that will get you going to the bathroom in 30 minutes

By Eve Simmons For Dailymail.Com Published: 14:50 GMT, 17 November 2023 | Updated: 14:50 GMT, 17 November 2023 Studies show that between 10-15 per cent [...]

An eye-watering tale to make every man squirm… 44-year-old gets an agonising blood clot in his penis after going for a ‘prolonged’ run

The unidentified man from Slovakia had suffered two days of painful erectionsMedics who treated him said he experienced a partial segmental thrombosisBy Emily Stearn, Health [...]

Talking therapy can help treat menopause, says watchdog… which suggests it for trans men

Campaigners argue menopause is a biological issue that only affects womenBy Kate Pickles Health Editor Published: 00:20 GMT, 17 November 2023 | Updated: 00:21 GMT, [...]

Woman goes viral on TikTok after revealing the ‘gross’ reality of getting food poisioning abroad

By Emma Nelson For Dailymail.Com Published: 16:20 GMT, 16 November 2023 | Updated: 16:33 GMT, 16 November 2023 Many will be familiar with the pain [...]

Tens of thousands of dementia sufferers are diagnosed every month after NHS sends specialist teams into care homes

Health chiefs have set a target of diagnosing two thirds of people over 65By Shaun Wooller Health Editor Published: 20:54 GMT, 15 November 2023 | [...]

Got nasty bunions? Physical therapist reveals a clever trick that can banish them for good

By Emma Nelson For Dailymail.Com Published: 18:09 GMT, 15 November 2023 | Updated: 18:12 GMT, 15 November 2023 Those who go for regular pedicures will [...]

That’s sweet! Sugar tax on soft drinks saves children’s teeth by preventing more than 5,500 hospital admissions for extractions, study suggests

Cambridge University told BMJ biggest impact was for those aged under nineBy Kate Pickles Health Editor Published: 01:14 GMT, 15 November 2023 | Updated: 01:35 [...]

NHS consultants are sent on tick-box training courses ‘a child could do’ as waiting lists grow

By Kate Pickles Health Editor Published: 23:47 GMT, 14 November 2023 | Updated: 23:47 GMT, 14 November 2023 NHS consultants are being made to complete tick-box [...]

Nearly two dozen toddlers sickened by lead linked to tainted applesauce pouches, CDC says

At least 22 toddlers in 14 US states were left sick by lead in applesauce pouchesThe FDA has recalled WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches, Schnucks-brand cinnamon-flavored [...]

5 Essential Skills to Learn in Trauma First Aid Training

Are you prepared to handle a severe injury in a time of crisis? Can you administer first aid to a trauma victim? Trauma first aid [...]

5 Challenges for People Living with Alzheimer’s

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, over 6 million people in the United States of all ages are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and the number is [...]

Why you should NEVER wear shoes in the house…according to a doctor

By Emma Nelson For Dailymail.Com Published: 18:23 GMT, 13 November 2023 | Updated: 18:41 GMT, 13 November 2023 Doctors have warned Americans against keeping their [...]

Losing just 90 minutes of sleep a night can increase women’s risk of this chronic disease… after just six WEEKS

Not getting enough shut-eye was found to increase insulin resistance in womenExperts believe a lack of sleep can increase stress on insulin-producing cellsBy Kate Pickles [...]

Diagnoses of ‘hidden disabilities’ including OCD, bipolar disorder and kleptomania soar by two thirds, data shows

Mental illnesses account for 33 per cent of diagnoses between 2017 and 2022By Miriam Kuepper Published: 01:16 GMT, 13 November 2023 | Updated: 01:20 GMT, [...]

Misery for the elderly as study suggests one in six GP practices now only take bookings online

Campaigners warn Britons missing out on vital care as NHS is 'erecting barriers'By Shaun Wooller Health Editor Published: 22:14 GMT, 12 November 2023 | Updated: [...]

Daily statins could be replaced by gene therapy which cuts cholesterol with a single dose within years, scientists claim

Statin use could be replaced 'within the decade' by gene-editing Verve-101 drugDrug alters DNA inside cholesterol-regulating cells to shut down productionNine have so far been [...]

How X-ray aprons at dentist could be HARMING you, according to top experts

Patients getting a dental X-ray are draped with a lead apron to limit radiationBut the experts said the same dose is received with the shield [...]

Why did our daughter have to die? Family’s anguish after cancer death of mum misdiagnosed by medic with two years’ training

By Ethan Ennals Published: 01:42 GMT, 12 November 2023 | Updated: 02:39 GMT, 12 November 2023 A young woman who died earlier this year from [...]

ACHOO! The rise of Autumn Sneezing Syndrome – which is leaving thousands with sneezing fits and runny noses, according to experts

By Erin Dean Published: 01:48 GMT, 12 November 2023 | Updated: 02:19 GMT, 12 November 2023 Autumn allergies are becoming more common, leaving thousands with [...]

Curiosity may have killed the cat – but it could help you reach 100, while being nosy is more likely to get you there in the first place

The number of UK centenarians has increased, from 110 in 1921 to 13,924 in 2021The results indicated they had 19 traits in common, including honestyBy [...]

Vape activists claim Government ban of disposable e-cigarettes ‘will cause one in five users to return to tobacco’

Vape advocates say a ban would cause one in five to return to smoking tobacco By Jonathan Neal Published: 23:00 GMT, 11 November 2023 | Updated: [...]

Scientists develop breath test that can help people with IBS detect foods that cause uncomfortable bloating

By Ethan Ennals Published: 23:00 GMT, 11 November 2023 | Updated: 23:00 GMT, 11 November 2023 Scientists have developed a breath test that can help people [...]

Pioneering trial will test DNA in the TUMOURS of patients with advanced bladder cancer – allowing doctors to prescribe personalised drug treatments

A DNA test will determine the genetic traits in cancerous tumours on bladderResearch suggests personalised treatments could then be offered to patients By Ethan Ennals Published: [...]

Expert warns that the cold weather can make your hair fall out – and gives tips to stop it happening

Experts have warned that this winter could bring about an unexpected harm: Hair loss.Dermatologists explain that the cold, dry air saps moisture and natural oils [...]

Composite Bonding: The Art of Creating Seamless Smiles

Transforming Imperfections into Works of Art In the world of cosmetic dentistry, composite bonding is a remarkable technique that has revolutionized the way we enhance [...]