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58574: Monkeypox: New strain found in UK as virus mutates - symptoms

VIRUSES mutate, that is a fact of science. Some viruses mutate at a different rate to others, but when they do mutate, it can either be a cause of concern or no cause to worry at all. Monkeypox is no different and the UK is beginning to assess whether a mutation in the virus is one the public should be worried about.

58573: Skin cancer patients lacking a certain vitamin less likely to survive disease - study

MELANOMA skin cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK, with around 16,700 new cases diagnosed every year. It is usually caused by sunlight damaging the DNA in your skin. While there are certain measures you can take to prevent developing the disease in the first place a new study has shown a certain vitamin supplement could also improve your chances of surviving the cancer.

58533: The painful sign that could be signalling high cholesterol levels - 'Extremely serious'

HIGH cholesterol is often dubbed the "silent killer" because it quietly boosts your risk of heart disease. However, some symptoms can emerge if cholesterol deposits accumulate in your arteries. One telltale sign of this process can strike in your legs.

58532: Cancer: New potential treatment for melanoma – signs of a tumour

CANCER is a disease which can affect any cell in the body and cause it to mutate into one which tries to kill the host. One form of cancer Britons are at great risk of developing as a result of the hot summer weather is skin cancer. As the temperatures begin to cool, a new study has found a potential treatment for current and future skin cancer patients.

58531: Oral health: The popular autumn drinks that could cause 'damage' to your teeth - expert

AS IT gets cold and rainy, everyone will be reaching for a warming drink on the go. From pumpkin spice coffees to mulled cider, autumn brings some beloved flavours. However, an expert warns that these popular drinks could be damaging for your teeth.

58530: How artificial intelligence can help treat heart attacks in women

HEART attacks when the flow of blood to the brain suddenly stops. A potentially fatal cardiovascular event, a heart attack is normally caused by a blood clot which occurs after a build-up of risk factors. One of these risk factors is gender, and gender is the focus one study into how these cardiovascular events can be treated.

58437: How to live longer: Certain red vegetable 'great' at boosting immunity - 'Key to life'

WHEN it comes to living longer, what we eat plays a huge part. Certain foods can have a negative impact on our bodies - most notably those high in fat, sugar and salt. While these could harm our health, there are others that can have the opposite effect.

58436: Over 7MILLION Brits to get Covid jab boosters

MORE than 700 care homes in England were visited by Covid vaccination teams yesterday.

58435: New link found between diabetes and depression - Research

PEOPLE with Type 2 diabetes are more likely to develop depression - with those under 40 at greatest risk, research has revealed.

58434: Heart disease: Three popular breakfast foods 'key' to a healthy heart - expert

LOOKING after our hearts could mean the difference between life and death. Heart and circulatory diseases account for a quarter of deaths in the UK. While there are some factors beyond our control that can cause issues with the heart, it is known that certain foods can reduce the risk of a problem.

58343: Hypertension: 56% of Brits might suffer from the 'silent killer' unknowingly - signs

NEW poll has revealed that 56 percent of Britons might be living with high blood pressure without knowing. What's worse, leaving this condition untamed could hike your risk of life-threatening emergencies such as heart attacks and strokes. Fortunately, there are some signs that could help identify the culprit.

58342: Visceral fat: The divisive food that could ‘suppress’ the formation of belly fat

VISCERAL fat, also known as belly fat, can be dangerous and needs to be carefully monitored. A divisive food that some love and others loathe has been shown to reduce the formation of belly fat in early studies.

58341: Stroke: Older people should cut back on a popular food - 'Causes blockages' in arteries

THE RISK of most medical conditions increases as we get older. This is true for strokes, which are more likely to occur after the age of 55. This is partly because our arteries naturally become narrower and harder, as well as becoming clogged by fatty substances.

58340: How to sleep: Can reading a book before bed improve your night’s sleep?

A CALMING bedtime routine is vital for a good night's sleep. Reading a book before bed feels intuitive, but does it really improve your sleep?

58250: Dementia: The ‘potentially protective factor against cognitive impairment’ in women

DEMENTIA and coffee. One is a neurodegenerative disease whilst the other is a popular hot drink. While completely different on their own, several studies have investigated whether the latter could reduce the risk of the former.