14 h. ago Viral infection that hits millions of people every year 'major heart attack trigger' experts discover

Heart attacks may not just be caused by high cholesterol, poor diet and stress-they could be triggered by a common viral infection, groundbreaking research has suggested.

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44 h. ago Scientists shocked by ‘greedy’ white dwarf star devouring its twin

V Sagittae has baffled experts since it was first discovered in 1902

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50 h. ago Thousands of Britons to receive cheap blood tests for Alzheimer's in landmark trial

Researchers from University College London will use tests to detect proteins in the blood linked to the condition and other forms of dementia.

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50 h. ago Health problem that affects 1 in 4 could massively increase risk of dementia, experts discover

In a first-of-its-kind study French researchers found that people with the condition were up to 11 times as likely to have dementia.

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50 h. ago Astronomers find star going ‘thermonuclear’ as it consumes twin

V Sagittae has baffled experts since it was first discovered in 1902

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5 d. ago Warning as heart disease risk elevated by '72%' among people with this condition

Extensive research has documented a link between mental health conditions and higher CVD risks

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1 week ago Diabetes could be 'triggered' by certain viruses, experts say

Enteroviruses, rotavirus, Covid-19 and Epstein-Barr Virus have been found to trigger the immune cells that can cause type one diabetes

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1 week ago Tragic little girl sent home from A&E before dying three hours later

Shanieka Green says she repeatedly told doctors that her daughter had sickle cell disease – but claims medics failed to link the condition to her symptoms and instead wrongly diagnosed her with gastroenteritis.

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1 week ago Simple daily activity could help protect against little known deadly syndrome that strikes thousands of Brits after a bereavement, experts discover

Exercising through the trauma of bereavement can protect against 'broken heart syndrome', a study suggests.

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1 week ago Archaeologists 'discover temple where Jesus performed miracles' in huge breakthrough

Experts say they have made a discovery that could change our understanding of one of the Bible’s most famous stories.

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2 w. ago Experts discover routine High Street health check could detect Alzheimer's years before symptoms appear

Alzheimer's is the leading cause of dementia, and while not yet curable, early diagnosis is considered critical for better outcomes.

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2 w. ago Antiques Roadshow expert spots 'big mistake' in couple's table that costs them £35k

Antiques Roadshow expert Hugh Scully was left in disbelief when he discovered a 'big mistake' in a couple's table that had cost them a staggering £35,000

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2 w. ago What is RSD? The condition often linked with ADHD – and how to manage it

The term rejection sensitive dysphoria isn’t a formal diagnosis, but it’s gaining traction in both research and clinical work

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3 w. ago Experts discover the hidden health reason why girls may score lower at GCSE than boys

It comes as millions of teenagers across the UK this morning received their GCSE results , with one in five entries achieving at least a grade 7 or A.

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3 w. ago Neanderthals bred with humans 100,000 YEARS earlier than first thought, scientists say

Experts have discovered that a five-year-old child who lived 140,000 years ago had parents from both species.

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3 w. ago Experts discover Covid triggers condition linked to dementia

French researchers have found even mild infections of Covid can lead to vascular aging, especially in women.

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3 w. ago The fruit that can play a key role in getting a better night’s sleep

Better sleep is linked to a decreased risk of heart disease, among other cardiovascular conditions

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4 w. ago Eating this surprising fruit might be the key to getting a better night’s sleep

Better sleep is linked to a decreased risk of heart disease, among other cardiovascular conditions

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4 w. ago What is sick building syndrome? The condition linked to air conditioners

If an air conditioning system malfunctions or isn’t properly maintained, it can become contaminated with infectious microbes

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4 w. ago Insomnia breakthrough as experts discover key 'driver' of the sleep problem that ruins millions of lives

Scientists have pinpointed why millions of people struggle to get a good night's sleep-and it's not lumpy pillows or a racing mind, the problem lies in their GUT.

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