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

Campaigners argue menopause is a biological issue that only affects women By Kate Pickles Health Editor Published: 00:20 GMT, 17 November 2023 | Updated: 00:21 ... read more

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 and inconven... read more

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 65 By Shaun Wooller Health Editor Published: 20:54 GMT, 15 November 2023 | Updated: 21... read more

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 be famili... read more

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 nine By Kate Pickles Health Editor Published: 01:14 GMT, 15 November 2023 | Updated: 01:35... read more

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... read more

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 pouches The FDA has recalled WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches, Schnucks-b... read more

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 training is essential. It is a... read more

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 proj... read more

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 the... read more

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 women Experts believe a lack of sleep can increase stress on insulin-producing cells By ... read more

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 2022 By Miriam Kuepper Published: 01:16 GMT, 13 November 2023 | Updated: 01:20 GMT, 13 No... read more

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 ... read more

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 drug Drug alters DNA inside cholesterol-regulating cells to shut down pro... read more

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 radiation But the experts said the same dose is received with the shield as without READ M... read more

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 aggressive breast ca... read more

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 sne... read more

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 2021 The results indicated they had 19 traits in common, including honesty By Roger D... read more

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: 23:41 GMT, 11... read more

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 iden... read more

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 bladder Research suggests personalised treatments could then be offered to patients  By Et... read more

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 oi... read more

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 ... read more

Flexible working can help to reduce the chances of heart disease, researchers find

Flexible hours was linked to equivalent heart health of being ten years younger By Sukhmani Sethi Published: 01:25 GMT, 9 November 2023 | Updated: 01:26 GMT, 9 ... read more