59327: How old is your mattress? What you sleep on could be to blame for breathing problems
GETTING a decent amount of sleep at night can make a huge difference to our daily lives and, ultimately, our health. But not only is the length of our sleep important, but our sleep environment could also influence how our bodies function.
GETTING a decent amount of sleep at night can make a huge difference to our daily lives and, ultimately, our health. But not only is the length of our sleep important, but our sleep environment could also influence how our bodies function.
59276: Cancer: The ‘pea-sized’ symptom that appears in 90% of patients with testicular cancer
CANCER deadliness varies widely for each type, but a timely diagnosis is favourable in most cases. Sometimes, warning signs such as small lumps can be hard to spot, despite affecting the vast majority of patients.
CANCER deadliness varies widely for each type, but a timely diagnosis is favourable in most cases. Sometimes, warning signs such as small lumps can be hard to spot, despite affecting the vast majority of patients.
59275: Vitamin B12: The taste that may signal a 'severe' deficiency - seen in 56% of patients
THE RISE in vegan and vegetarian dietary habits has prompted widespread discussion about vitamin B12. Without the nutrient, the body's most basic functions may falter. Low levels, studies suggest, may also affect a person's perception of taste and smell.
THE RISE in vegan and vegetarian dietary habits has prompted widespread discussion about vitamin B12. Without the nutrient, the body's most basic functions may falter. Low levels, studies suggest, may also affect a person's perception of taste and smell.
59274: Visceral fat: Simple mealtime hack for burning fat - expert advice
ALTHOUGH visceral fat is vital for our bodies as it protects and insulates the organs, too much can be harmful. Unlike subcutaneous fat, which can be found under the skin, it is hard to know how much visceral fat you have as it is stored deep in the belly.
ALTHOUGH visceral fat is vital for our bodies as it protects and insulates the organs, too much can be harmful. Unlike subcutaneous fat, which can be found under the skin, it is hard to know how much visceral fat you have as it is stored deep in the belly.
59273: Shingles symptom can cause ‘permanent’ eye damage if not treated quickly - ‘See a doctor'
SHINGLES is an infection that results in an unpleasant and itchy rash. Luckily for most people the infection and its side effects fade after a few weeks. But others might be left with permanent health issues as a result.
SHINGLES is an infection that results in an unpleasant and itchy rash. Luckily for most people the infection and its side effects fade after a few weeks. But others might be left with permanent health issues as a result.
59192: Did Queen Elizabeth II die of a broken heart? A doctor weighs in
QUEEN ELIZABETH II passed away at the age of 96 on Thursday, September 8; with it, an era of British history has ended, which has broken people's hearts as they mourn their sovereign. However, could a broken heart have contributed to the Queen's death?
QUEEN ELIZABETH II passed away at the age of 96 on Thursday, September 8; with it, an era of British history has ended, which has broken people's hearts as they mourn their sovereign. However, could a broken heart have contributed to the Queen's death?
59191: Cancer symptoms: Four ‘common’ signs of lymphoma – 'Useful'
BLOOD cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK behind breast, lung, bowel, and prostate cancer. Although blood cancer only accounts for around four percent of new cancer cases in the UK, it is still cancer everyone should be aware of. September is blood cancer awareness month; it's the perfect time to get clued up about the deadly disease.
BLOOD cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK behind breast, lung, bowel, and prostate cancer. Although blood cancer only accounts for around four percent of new cancer cases in the UK, it is still cancer everyone should be aware of. September is blood cancer awareness month; it's the perfect time to get clued up about the deadly disease.
59139: Breast implants warning: FDA issues safety alert over potential skin cancer risk
SKIN cancer is statistically the fifth most common cancer in the UK, accounting for around four percent of all new cancer cases on average. While not as prevalent as other forms of cancer, this could change as the country experiences summers akin to that experienced in 2022. However, it isn't just sunlight which can increase your risk of the condition, the FDA explains further.
SKIN cancer is statistically the fifth most common cancer in the UK, accounting for around four percent of all new cancer cases on average. While not as prevalent as other forms of cancer, this could change as the country experiences summers akin to that experienced in 2022. However, it isn't just sunlight which can increase your risk of the condition, the FDA explains further.
59138: Monkeypox linked to 'severe neurological complications', researchers say
MONKEYPOX is one of several viral threats to hit the UK in 2022. Although case numbers are only in the low thousands, the virus is still a threat to those infected by it. A new report by University College London suggests it can cause a condition know as encephalitis.
MONKEYPOX is one of several viral threats to hit the UK in 2022. Although case numbers are only in the low thousands, the virus is still a threat to those infected by it. A new report by University College London suggests it can cause a condition know as encephalitis.
59137: Dementia: The sign in your mouth that could make you 23 percent more at risk – new study
AS PEOPLE grow older, their risk of cognitive decline increases. As a result, they face the possibility of developing neurological conditions such as dementia, an umbrella of conditions which results in the deaths of thousands of Britons every year. While age is one risk factor for the condition, another can be found near the brain in your mouth.
AS PEOPLE grow older, their risk of cognitive decline increases. As a result, they face the possibility of developing neurological conditions such as dementia, an umbrella of conditions which results in the deaths of thousands of Britons every year. While age is one risk factor for the condition, another can be found near the brain in your mouth.
59080: Dementia: How many steps do you do daily? 'Optimal' step count may slash your risk by 62%
DEMENTIA describes a constellation of symptoms driven by the gradual deterioration of cognitive functions. Fortunately, new findings suggest a certain step count may reduce the risk of dementia by more than half.
DEMENTIA describes a constellation of symptoms driven by the gradual deterioration of cognitive functions. Fortunately, new findings suggest a certain step count may reduce the risk of dementia by more than half.
