4 h. ago ADHD in childhood can increase the risk of physical health problems later in life

Around 3 million people in the UK have ADHD affecting how they focus their attention

Society

19 h. ago DANIEL HANNAN: I can't sugarcoat it. Trump's a deluded megalomaniac who's irreparably damaged the world order and increased the risk of war

Look, there is no point in dancing around this. The most powerful man in the world is as mad as a box of frogs. Deranged, demented, doolally.

Events

26 h. ago Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn

Ecosystem destruction will increase food shortages, disorder and mass migration, with effects already being feltThe global attack on nature is threatening the UK’s national security, government intelligence chiefs have warned, as the increasingly likely collapse of vitally important natural systems would bring mass migration, food shortages and price rises, and global disorder.Food supplies are particularly at risk, as “without significant increases”, the UK would be unable to compete with other nations for scarce resources, a report to ministers warns. Continue reading...

Events

49 h. ago People across Lanarkshire encouraged to take part in Jog 28 next month

The month-long challenge is designed to boost physical health, mental wellbeing, and support vital mental health work.

Politics

51 h. ago Researchers find breast cancer risk marker linked to physical activity in girls

Rates of breast cancer are rising among younger women, with more than 42,000 deaths projected this year

Events

3 d. ago Channel 4 doctor says surprising foods can increase diabetes risk

The findings were revealed on the Channel 4 programme Live Well with the Drug-Free Doctor

Society

3 d. ago Child phone use is now a public health emergency, doctors say amid growing fears over damage to physical and mental health

The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges has written to ministers after a meeting revealed the level of damage witnessed in NHS facilities caused by mobile phones.

Society

4 d. ago Taking paracetamol during pregnancy does NOT increase autism risk, new gold

Paracetamol should remain the go-to painkiller for pregnant women, a major scientific review has ruled, after claims it could raise the risk of autism sparked global controversy.

Sport

4 d. ago Taking paracetamol in pregnancy does NOT increase risk of autism or ADHD, huge study finds

PARACETAMOL during pregnancy does not raise the baby’s risk of autism, ADHD or learning disabilities, a gold standard study has ruled. Experts say it rubbishes President Donald Trump’s “don’t take it” warning that spooked mums-to-be last year. He claimed studies had linked the painkiller to autism but that research is accused of being biased and...

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5 d. ago Everyday foods including cream cheese and wholemeal pasta linked to increased autism risk, startling new study reveals

A preference for wholemeal pasta or cream cheese could increase the risk of autism by subtly influencing the immune system, a controversial new study has suggested.

Events

5 d. ago Scientists pinpoint hidden cause of high blood pressure, raising hopes for new life

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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6 d. ago Scientists pinpoint certain type of fat found naturally in the body which can help control blood pressure

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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6 d. ago The common diabetes symptom linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study has found that people who experience post-meal blood sugar spikes are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease

Events

7 d. ago Dementia timebomb warning as scientists find Alzheimer's proteins in long Covid patients' blood

Persistent brain fog, headaches and changes in smell or taste following Covid infection could signal an increased risk of Alzheimer'sdisease later in life, scientists have warned.

Events

7 d. ago Scientists identify small changes people can make to live longer

New studies highlight how increases in physical activity can reduce the risk of death

Politics

9 d. ago Forever chemicals are tied to dangerous fatty liver disease in teens, researchers warn

The disease leaves kids at an increased risk of liver cancer and permanent liver scarring

Events

9 d. ago US plan to exploit Venezuela’s oil could eat up 13% of carbon budget to keep 1.5C limit

Exclusive: ClimatePartner analysis shows how move would risk plunging Earth further into climate catastropheUS plans to exploit Venezuela’s oil reserves could by 2050 consume more than a tenth of the world’s remaining carbon budget to limit global heating to 1.5C, according to an exclusive analysis.The calculation highlights how any moves to further exploit the South American nation’s oil reserves – the largest in the world, at least on paper – would put increasing pressure on climate goals, and risk plunging the Earth further into climate catastrophe. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago PEARL LOWE: The raucous party which led me to my husband, the day Jonathan Ross left me in a car park

The fashion designer, author and rock-star wife, 55, tells Charlotte Vossen about drinking with David Bowie, self-medicating for ADHD and a childhood sweet tooth

Politics

1 week ago London council 'at risk of bankruptcy' to increase tax, fees and charges

The authority has admitted it will not be able to legally balance a budget without a bailout from the government

Economics

1 week ago DWP PIP waiting times warning over new disability benefit claims

PIP provides financial support to cover additional living expenses for those with long-term physical or mental health conditions or disabilities

Events