4 h. ago Concern as skin condition that hits millions is linked to raised risk of suicide

Adults who suffer from the common disorder are significantly more likely to express suicidal thoughts, concerning new research revealed today.

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32 h. ago Autism in children linked to common condition in pregnancy affecting nearly half a million US pregnancies a year

A health condition impacting hundreds of thousands of pregnant women each year may be associated with long-term cognitive risks for the mother and developmental conditions in her children.

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38 h. ago Shoppers say hair loss has been 'reduced' after using bestselling haircare set

The GIFBEA hair growth shampoo and conditioner set is a hit with several Amazon shoppers

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59 h. ago The Guardian view on the UK’s dangerous moment: as Labour falters, the far right mobilises | Editorial

Political leadership is missing just as Britain needs it most. The government must step up as others stir division and disillusionment growsPeter Mandelson’s exit from public office in disgrace over his links to the millionaire sex offender Jeffrey Epstein should have been a low point for the government. Instead, it exposed a leadership in trouble, with further to fall. Sir Keir Starmer defended his ambassador after No 10 had seen the emails that sank him. Whether or not the prime minister read them, the damage is becoming institutionalised. Labour looks adrift – consumed by infighting as darker forces gather beyond Westminster.At the weekend, more than 110,000 marched through London in Britain’s largest far-right rally in decades. Organised by Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, and billed as a “festival of free speech”, it quickly descended into conspiracy theories, Islamophobia and anti-migrant bigotry. There was violence: 26 police officers were injured. St...

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6 d. ago UK issues warning to Putin as Poland drone attack raises risk of NATO war

Defence Secretary John Healey said he had ordered armed forces to look at ways of boosting NATO air defence over Poland after Russian drones were shot down

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7 d. ago Older women urged to check for State Pension back payments worth around £8,000

DWP has paid our more than £100 million in arrears payments for historical errors linked to National Insurance credits.

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8 d. ago Stirling's Podfather 10k race sees record turnout despite challenging weather

The event, organised by the city's Central Athletic Club (Central AC), proved to be a hit once again - despite the dreich conditions facing runners.

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1 week ago Neurologist warns common sleep habit can ‘harm’ the brain and raise dementia risk

This habit is "literally messing with your brain's wiring," he warned

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1 week ago Doctor says three habits are 'silently' raising your cancer risk

Professor Franklin Joseph says common things are contributing to the risk

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1 week ago Scientists identify breakfast mistake that's shortening your life

Eating breakfast and dinner at certain times of the day could raise the risk of disease and early death, researchers at Mass General Brigham, a Harvard-affiliated hospital system found.

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1 week ago Exactly when to eat each meal to extend your life, according to Harvard scientists

Eating breakfast and dinner at certain times of the day could raise the risk of disease and early death, researchers at Mass General Brigham, a Harvard-affiliated hospital system found.

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1 week ago Experts warn of everyday ingredient which raises blood pressure... and it's not salt

An additive found in hundreds of household favourites could increase blood pressure raising the risk of heart attack, stroke and early death experts have warned.

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1 week ago Experts warn of everyday ingredient which also raises your blood pressure... and it's not salt

Added sugars found in ultra-processed food and drinks could increase blood pressure raising the risk of heart attack, stroke and early death experts have warned.

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1 week ago This everyday ingredient could be raising your blood pressure... and it's not salt

Added sugars found in ultra-processed food and drinks could increase blood pressure raising the risk of heart attack, stroke and early death experts have warned.

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1 week ago Andy Murray's new sporting career goes from strength to strength with spot in £3.7m tournament

Andy Murray is in the hunt to win millions as he competes in next month's Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in his homeland, where he'll rub shoulders with several major winners

Economics

2 w. ago Common heart drug taken by millions could raise risk of death for certain group, shock research finds

The daily tablets, which can trigger fatigue, nausea and even sexual dysfunction, are offered to the majority of patients who suffer a heart attack.

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2 w. ago Boy, 5, in serious condition after being struck in Lancashire hit

Police said two men, aged 20, have been arrested while the boy remains in hospital

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2 w. ago Hormone replacement therapy 'can raise the risk of hearing loss by 25 per cent', study of 200,000 women finds

It has been hailed as a lifesaver for women going through the menopause. But hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is being linked to an increased risk of hearing loss.

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2 w. ago Painkillers taken by millions every day may be silently supercharging one of the world's deadliest health crises

Researchers in Australia warned that the painkillers, costing about 20 cents a pill, could raise someone's risk of suffering from a potentially deadly emergency.

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2 w. ago UK forecast shows 14 counties to miss out on final 26C summer blast

The UK forecast show that some parts of the country could see temperatures climb up to 26C next week before cool and rainy conditions start hitting the UK as autumn arrives

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