27 h. ago Doctor issues warning over popular supplement that could trigger organ damage

A doctor is urging people who take a certain supplement to get their blood levels checked-stating that overdosing could result in heart and kidney damage.

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49 h. ago TV doctor issues urgent warning over deadly infection that can strike in summer: 'It can be life

A BBC doctor is urging the public to look out for the warning signs of a deadly condition, that can strike all year round.

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64 h. ago Popular food now linked to PARKINSON'S disease as doctors issue urgent warning

Eating a popular food may raise the risk of developing early signs of Parkinson's, a progressive movement disorder diagnosed in 90,000 Americans every year, according to a new study.

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3 d. ago Nutritionists reveal the 'healthy' foods that could actually be making you gain weight

From low-fat diets to cutting out carbs, fasting windows to intuitive eating, there is so much noise in the world of nutrition that it can be, quite frankly, baffling.

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3 d. ago Erin Patterson discharged herself five minutes after doctor warned she may have death cap mushroom poisoning, court hears

Doctor tells Victorian triple murder trial he called the police in a bid to have Patterson return to the hospitalWho are Erin Patterson and the other key figures in Australia’s mushroom murders trial?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA doctor who treated Erin Patterson has told her triple murder trial that he was surprised she discharged herself from hospital five minutes after being told she may have been exposed to potentially fatal mushroom poisoning.Dr Christopher Webster, who was working at the Leongatha hospital two days after Patterson served beef wellington to her in-laws for lunch, gave evidence on Wednesday at the Latrobe Valley law courts in Morwell.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Doctor warns of weight gain and higher stress if you are not asleep by this time

A doctor has shared a warning about the dangerous effects of going to sleep at the wrong time - and the impacts it can have on our brain and body

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4 d. ago Doctor warns ailment suffered by 100m Americans is quietly driving waveof embarrassing sex issues

As temperatures heat up, you may be hoping for your love life to do the same - but the blooming flowers may actually cause your sex life to wilt.

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5 d. ago Doctor's warning on how often you should clean your reusable water bottle

Your go-to water bottle could be far dirtier than you realise

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7 d. ago BBC doctor warns simple and cheap juice to help you sleep is major 'con'

The simple and cheap drink may not work as well as you think

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8 d. ago BBC Doctor Xand and a nutritionist issue fresh food alert to shoppers

The doctor and nutritionist warned people that you may be spending more money than you need to

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8 d. ago David Beckham at 50: his gorgeous, outrageous life in 50 pictures

One of the most photographed men in the world, he has gone from captain of the England football team to elder statesman. We look back at the red cards, redemption, scandals, fashion and family lifeIt’s swings and roundabouts being a titchy kid in football. David Beckham first played for Chingford-based youth team the Ridgeway Rovers, where he was coached by his dad, Ted. Back then, he didn’t make the England schoolboys squad because he wasn’t burly enough – his father subsequently employing the somewhat nauseating tactic of feeding his son Guinness with raw eggs to gain weight. On the other hand, it did mean he could be a match mascot at Manchester United, his dad’s passion, at the age of 11, because he was still so cute and shrimpy. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Doctor issues heat warning to millions with common ailment: 'People suffer more when it gets hot'

This week's heatwave could leave millions of patients more vulnerable to migraines, a medic has warned.

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1 week ago Doctor issues warning against sleeping with the fan on during hot weather

As Brits start bringing out their fans to cool themselves down on hot summer evenings, a doctor has revealed why they switch the device off before going to bed.

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1 week ago Top surgeon's new warning on hair loss drug linked to permanent genital changes: 'NEVER take it'

The drug has been taken by the likes of President Donald Trump, Hollywood stars, as well as millions of other men but experts are growing increasingly concerned over the side effects.

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1 week ago 'NEVER take it': Chilling warning from Hollywood doctor over hair loss drug that causes 'permanent genital changes'

The drug has been taken by the likes of President Donald Trump, Hollywood stars, as well as millions of other men but experts are growing increasingly concerned over the side effects.

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1 week ago Stanley cups and other water bottles that could be causing 'premature ageing' doctor warns

The trending tumblers could leave a mark but it is reversible

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1 week ago Doctor's blood cancer warning as Mike Peters dies at the age of 66

The Alarm singer Mike Peters has tragically passed away at the age of 66 following a 30-year battle with blood cancer – and a doctor has shared some symptoms to look out for

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1 week ago ‘Mummy, Charlie called me fat today’: how to talk to kids about body image

A psychologist reveals five questions children can ask – and how to answer them• Can I protect my seven-year-old daughter from the impossible beauty standards of the fashion world?If your child is upset because a classmate has been unkind about their body, it’s natural to want to ease their distress with: “You’re not fat, darling, you’re beautiful!” However, trying to reassure them in this way is more likely to undermine their body confidence. First, it reinforces the message that being fat is bad, thereby perpetuating stigma, instilling a belief that only some body types are acceptable, and eliciting fear around weight gain. Second, it focuses on bigger bodies being the problem, rather than name-calling and stigmatising behaviour. And third, it insinuates that you can’t be fat and beautiful. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Doctor warns of 'inconsistent symptoms' related to widely underdiagnosed health issue

Many people put the symptoms down to diet issues but they could have a far more serious reason

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2 w. ago Doctor's urgent warning to women over trendy diet that could wreck chances of motherhood

An NHS surgeon has has warned the downsides of a trending diet that could wreak havoc with the female reproductive systems.

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