58216: Five foods that could protect you against cancer – particularly those at high risk
CANCER occurs when cells mutate from contributing to a healthy operation of the body to those which attack it. While a lot of focus goes into reactive treatments for cancer, research has also been undertaken into how the disease can be prevented. A study conducted in 2019 believed it had found five foods which could prevent the onset of the condition.
CANCER occurs when cells mutate from contributing to a healthy operation of the body to those which attack it. While a lot of focus goes into reactive treatments for cancer, research has also been undertaken into how the disease can be prevented. A study conducted in 2019 believed it had found five foods which could prevent the onset of the condition.
58143: Pregnancy: The supplements found to lower the risk of croup in babies and young children
SUPPLEMENTS are a common staple of the medicine cabinets of many people in the UK, with each one having its uses and benefits. Pregnancy is one area where supplements can help improve the strength of both the mother and child. A new study has identified two which can reduce the risk of a common childhood condition.
SUPPLEMENTS are a common staple of the medicine cabinets of many people in the UK, with each one having its uses and benefits. Pregnancy is one area where supplements can help improve the strength of both the mother and child. A new study has identified two which can reduce the risk of a common childhood condition.
58142: Omicron BA.5: The 'predominant' symptom seen in 63% of patients - how to spot
OMICRON BA.5 has cemented itself as the dominant variant in the UK. Each strain brings certain symptoms that seem to be more common than others and BA.5 is no different. An expert shares the current "predominant" sign; here's how to spot it.
OMICRON BA.5 has cemented itself as the dominant variant in the UK. Each strain brings certain symptoms that seem to be more common than others and BA.5 is no different. An expert shares the current "predominant" sign; here's how to spot it.
58079: ‘Thick’ green or yellow discharge may signal a sexually transmitted infection - which one?
KNOWING if you have a sexually transmitted infection is sometimes not possible without taking a test. Many STIs can remain symptomless, meaning they can pass by undetected. But there is one "common" infection that can produce an obvious sign that something is wrong.
KNOWING if you have a sexually transmitted infection is sometimes not possible without taking a test. Many STIs can remain symptomless, meaning they can pass by undetected. But there is one "common" infection that can produce an obvious sign that something is wrong.
58068: Can’t find your keys? Putting things ‘where they shouldn’t be’ an early sign of dementia
MANY of the warning signs of dementia could easily be confused with normal changes as we age. For example, having memory problems is a common and well-known symptom. However, there are slight differences between the condition and getting older, which could make a difference when it comes to getting a diagnosis sooner rather than later.
MANY of the warning signs of dementia could easily be confused with normal changes as we age. For example, having memory problems is a common and well-known symptom. However, there are slight differences between the condition and getting older, which could make a difference when it comes to getting a diagnosis sooner rather than later.
57971: Arthritis: Certain seed has ‘significant’ anti-inflammatory properties - study
LIVING with arthritis can be a painful and restrictive condition for many. And depending on what type of arthritis you have it can cause joints to feel swollen, tender, stiff or inflamed. In some cases it can also lead to weakness and muscle wasting.
LIVING with arthritis can be a painful and restrictive condition for many. And depending on what type of arthritis you have it can cause joints to feel swollen, tender, stiff or inflamed. In some cases it can also lead to weakness and muscle wasting.
57837: The 'best way' to keep your brain healthy and to optimise its output - 7 points to follow
WE KNOW that the food we eat directly impacts the health and function of our digestion, heart, liver, skin and more. So why not our brain as well? One expert recommended seven specific ways to support your brain power through diet.
WE KNOW that the food we eat directly impacts the health and function of our digestion, heart, liver, skin and more. So why not our brain as well? One expert recommended seven specific ways to support your brain power through diet.
57836: Prostate cancer symptoms: The sign in the hips that could point to advanced cancer
PROSTATE cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the UK, responsible for the deaths of more than 11,000 men per year. Spotting symptoms of any cancer early can help treatment be more successful. But in the case of prostate cancer, symptoms may not appear until the disease advances.
PROSTATE cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the UK, responsible for the deaths of more than 11,000 men per year. Spotting symptoms of any cancer early can help treatment be more successful. But in the case of prostate cancer, symptoms may not appear until the disease advances.
57835: Fatty liver disease symptom that appears just under the skin could signal liver scarring
THE LIVER is one of our vital organs that if not properly cared for can have potentially dangerous results. Fatty liver disease - also known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease - refers to a range of liver conditions that are not linked to alcohol. It is caused by a build-up of fat in the liver.
THE LIVER is one of our vital organs that if not properly cared for can have potentially dangerous results. Fatty liver disease - also known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease - refers to a range of liver conditions that are not linked to alcohol. It is caused by a build-up of fat in the liver.
57833: Warning: Woman who ate the same fruit daily almost lost her leg from dangerous blood clot
BLOOD clots are either dangerous or beneficial depending on how and where they form. According to a case study published in the Lancet, a woman almost lost her leg due to a dangerous blood clot after eating the same fruit daily - how much do you eat?
BLOOD clots are either dangerous or beneficial depending on how and where they form. According to a case study published in the Lancet, a woman almost lost her leg due to a dangerous blood clot after eating the same fruit daily - how much do you eat?
57738: Jon Sopel health: Former BBC journalist on the day disaster struck - 'clung for dear life'
JON SOPEL, 63 and Emily Maitlis recently joined forces to launch The News Agents, a new podcast which promises to offer the journalists' hot take on current affairs. In 2010, Sopel became the story when a painful health complication visited him.
JON SOPEL, 63 and Emily Maitlis recently joined forces to launch The News Agents, a new podcast which promises to offer the journalists' hot take on current affairs. In 2010, Sopel became the story when a painful health complication visited him.
57737: Hair loss: Expert's tips for 'boosting' new hair growth - act ‘sooner rather than later’
WITH hair loss considered one symptom of long Covid it is thought more people than ever are suffering from this distressing condition. While for some hair loss might be a result of their genetic make-up, for others it could be a complication of a medical condition - either physical or mental. And though there is no cure to prevent shedding your locks, there are a number of things you could try to lower the risk.
WITH hair loss considered one symptom of long Covid it is thought more people than ever are suffering from this distressing condition. While for some hair loss might be a result of their genetic make-up, for others it could be a complication of a medical condition - either physical or mental. And though there is no cure to prevent shedding your locks, there are a number of things you could try to lower the risk.
