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Do I really need to keep taking statins? DR MARTIN SCURR answers your health questions 

I’ve been taking statins for over 30 years. I am now on my fourth type, as each one causes me bad side-effects. How important is it that I take them? Name and... read more

Experts reveal a new link between gas stoves and asthma

You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who didn’t know that air pollution is bad for health — as a report by England’s Chief Medical Officer, Chris Whitt... read more

Could this be the solution to endometriosis we have all been waiting for?

As a chronic condition with no known cure, endometriosis can lead to debilitating pain and infertility for up to 1.5 million women in the UK — but hope of new... read more

Ray Liotta had ‘silent killer condition suffered by HALF of Americans over 45

Ray Liotta was suffering from damaged arteries when he died last May – an extremely common but lethal condition. Medical records show the Goodfellas star,... read more

Doctors say they’re seeing a quiet surge in FEMALE hair transplants

Hair transplants have become a go-to cosmetic surgery in recent years — with famous men like Elon Musk and LeBron James heavily rumored to have had one. But ... read more

Fentanyl deaths in children and teens have spiked 40-FOLD since 2013

Fentanyl deaths among children and teenagers have surged 40-fold over the last two decades, shocking figures show. Analysis of official overdose data show there... read more

Scientists studying weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy to treat DEMENTIA

Scientists believe groundbreaking weight loss drugs could also serve as a treatment for dementia. Wegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro are being trialed as medication f... read more

Sorry, chaps… scientists say there’s no such thing as a ‘beautiful’ scrotum 

Sorry, chaps… scientists say there’s no such thing as a ‘beautiful’ scrotum German scientists analyzed survey responses of 653 participa... read more

America’s biggest fruitphobe states REVEALED

America’s biggest fruitphobe states have been revealed in a DailyMail.com interactive map. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data,... read more

Six warning signs of ovarian cancer

Bloating, changes in bowel habits and needing to pee more often are common signs of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ovarian cysts or even lactose intolerance. ... read more

Blockbuster weight loss shots spark panic in diet industry

The rise of weight loss drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic has sent legacy companies selling diet and fitness plans bust. Jenny Craig, a household name since its ... read more

Everything you need to know about weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy

Anti-obesity drugs could be the pharmaceutical industry’s biggest golden ticket yet – with analysts forecasting over $100 billion in profits in the comi... read more

Blood test which can spot extreme drowsiness at the wheel ‘to be ready within two years’

Drivers could soon face on-the-spot tests which check whether they are too tired to be be on the road.  Researchers think such tech — similar to breathalyzer... read more

I’ve got my nails done all my life – but now I can barely use my hands after suffering a reaction

A mother-of-two can barely use her hands and says her confidence has plummeted after having a suspected allergic reaction to nail products. Lisa Deweyy, from Pa... read more

NHS patients are getting CANCER because of record 7.2m-long waiting list, nation’s top GP warns

NHS patients are getting CANCER and being left in so much pain they can’t climb stairs because of record 7.2m-long waiting list, nation’s top GP war... read more

How old is YOUR heart? Take this NHS test to find out…

How old is YOUR heart? Take this NHS test to find out… By Rebecca Whittaker For Mailonline Updated: 09:35 BST, 8 May 2023 It’s the world’s big... read more

TikToker reveals what chin dimples are – and people are getting upset when they learn the truth

TikToker reveals what chin dimples actually are – and people are getting upset when they learn the truth Vlogger Hank Green was replying to a TikToker who... read more

Introduction to ARTAS IX Robot for Hair Transplant Procedures: What You Need to Know

Meet Your New Hair-raising Buddy: ARTAS IX Introducing ARTAS IX, the robotic revolution for hair transplant procedures! Just as R2-D2 and C-3PO warmed the heart... read more

GPs to be given £240 million for new phone systems to ease chaos and lengthy waits for patients

GP practices to be given £240 million for new phone systems to ease chaos and lengthy waits for patients during scramble for appointments GPs to get £240m for... read more

It may sound crazy. But a handful of Sour Patch Kids before public speaking could calm your nerves

The next time you’re in a high-stress situation and feel a wave of panic coming over you, eat an extremely sour candy. The intense taste acts as a distrac... read more

Why doctors are prescribing ‘sleeping like an astronaut’ to cure insomnia

Sleeping like you are in outer space is a little-known secret to getting an amazing night’s sleep here on Earth, doctors say. The ‘zero gravity̵... read more

Dangers of horse riding revealed after death of Venice, Florida, teen

When you think of dangerous sports, you may picture skydiving, mountain climbing, or off-road racing.  Even football has made headlines in recent years for cau... read more

Chemicals that can cause Parkinson’s REVEALED

Actor Michael J Fox said last month that he feared partying too hard in the 1980s could have led to his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. The 61-year-old, ... read more

Is memory loss usual for your age or is it a sign of DEMENTIA? Experts share 5 ways to tell it apart

Memory slips, mixing up words and struggling to focus can be a normal part of ageing. But they can also be a sign of dementia — the memory-robbing condition ... read more