7 h. ago Fast care after head injury can dramatically cut risk of developing dementia

Studies have long warned that concussions raise the risk of suffering neurodegenerative conditions - but now experts say this danger can be mitigated.

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68 h. ago Alternative sweetener used in thousands of every day products is linked to liver disease, finds study

A common sweetener used in sugar-free products could increase the risk of developing deadly liver disease, concerning research has suggested.

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5 d. ago Study highlights the simple dinnertime swap that can slash the risk of developing gallbladder cancer... but it's not good news for red meat lovers

Replacing just one portion of red meat for beans or pulses a week could help ward off potentially deadly gallbladder cancer , a new study has suggested.

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5 d. ago Michael Schumacher's friend shares emotional update on F1 star's health

Michael Schumacher has not been seen in public since the Formula 1 legend suffered a head injury during a skiing accident in 2013

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5 d. ago Experts identify the mineral deficiencies which cause depression

A fresh study by scientists at the Xi'an Jiaotong University in China has revealed the minerals which lower or increase your risk of depression.

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5 d. ago Ryanair charges £100 to doctor who missed flight after helping woman with 'worrying head injury'

The doctor was due to jet off from London Stansted to Pescara, Italy, when the incident happened. And Ryanair have refused to budge...

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6 d. ago Eight people arrested as woman fights for life after suffering serious head injury

Northumbria Police have released a major update in the attempted murder investigation in Newcastle after a woman has been left in a critical condition in hospital

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6 d. ago Eight arrested as woman fights for life with serious head injury

A woman in her 60s sustained a serious head injury and remains in a critical condition in hospital

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6 d. ago Eight arrested over 'murder bid' as woman fights for life with serious head injury

A woman in her 60s sustained a serious head injury and remains in a critical condition in hospital

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6 d. ago Eight people arrested as woman left fighting for life after serious head injury

Eight people have been arrested as part of an attempted murder investigation in Newcastle

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6 d. ago Man who hasn't cut hair for 13 years has dramatic transformation after awkward moment

A man who hasn't had a haircut in 13 years decided to dramatically change his appearance after an awkward security camera photo spurred him onto finally take the plunge

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8 d. ago Control of HIV, TB and malaria at risk after global health fund donations fall

Leading past donors including France, Japan and European Commission fail to contribute at pledging summitControl of the deadly infectious diseases HIV, tuberculosis and malaria “hangs in the balance” after a shortfall in donations to a leading global health fund, advocates have warned.Only $11.3bn of the Global Fund to Fight Aids, TB and Malaria’s $18bn (£14bn) targeted budget for 2026 to 2028 has been confirmed so far. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Experts pinpoint the best age to start exercising if you want to reduce your risk of developing dementia

Making sure you keep up a regular exercise regime from your mid-forties onwards could reduce your risk of developing dementia, according to a new study.

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1 week ago I'm A Celebrity fans rage 'cut him some slack!' as 'unnecessarily dramatic' Kelly Brook 'starts beef' with Jack Osbourne

Kelly Brook was urged to 'cut Jack Osbourne some slack' after she took issue with him taking charge of cooking on Tuesday's episode of I'm A Celebrity, with some accusing her of starting a feud.

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1 week ago Falcons head coach provides update on Drake London's injury timetable

Falcons head coach provides update on Drake London's injury timetable  Falcons Wire

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1 week ago How old is YOUR heart? Free online calculator reveals your risk of developing heart disease in next 30 years

US scientists have designed a a free tool for adults aged between 30 and 59 to calculate their 30 year risk of developing the condition.

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1 week ago England face wait over fitness of Ollie Lawrence for Argentina Test

Centre limped off during statement win over All BlacksFreddie Steward could also miss out with head injuryEngland are waiting on the fitness of Ollie Lawrence before their final autumn match with Argentina on Sunday. Lawrence played a major role in the win against the All Blacks on Satur­day, but limped off in the ­closing stages and could be forced to sit out the game at Twickenham. The 26-year-old centre will be assessed when England reconvene on Tuesday after an extra day off.England may also be without ­Freddie Steward, who was withdrawn midway through the first half against New Zealand with a head injury, as they prepare for 11th ­successive win and a clean sweep of their autumn fixtures. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Cancer link as new study warns over burgers, ready meals and other UPFs

The study suggests that people ho regularly eat more UPFs are at a significantly higher risk of developing a growth in the bowel

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2 w. ago Eli Katoa’s playing future uncertain as recovery from head impacts, seizures and brain surgery continues

Storm star faces weeks in hospital but condition stabilisedNRL investigating why Katoa played after warmup head injuryMelbourne Storm backrower and Tonga star Eli Katoa faces the prospect of further weeks in hospital and possibly time in a rehabilitation centre as he begins his slow recovery from brain surgery after he suffered three head knocks against New Zealand 12 days ago.The 25-year-old remains in hospital in Auckland, and alarming information provided by his club on Friday indicates there is no guarantee one of the game’s best forwards will play again. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago 'Risk calculator' can determine exact age you will develop Alzheimer's... as study shows a new pill may prevent disease

A landmark study can now calculate a person's lifelong risk of memory decline, finding that Alzheimer's biological processes are already active in apparently healthy people.

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