27 h. ago Influencers such as the Kardashians ‘risk their followers’ health by giving rubbish medical advice’

ONLINE influencers such as the Kardashians risk their followers’ health by giving rubbish medical advice, experts say. Famous creators are often biased or just out to make money, they have found. Their misinformation also damages patients’ trust in doctors who do not agree with what their patient has heard online. Experts found Kim Kardashian, 45,...

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45 h. ago Doctor shares warning signs of 'swelling' that mean you should see a GP

Dr Aziza Sesay has explained what causes the swelling, the common symptoms, and when it ss time to see a GP for medical advice

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58 h. ago Health chiefs release Christmas warning about the dangers of Brussel sprouts: 'Too many can affect common medications'

The festive season is fraught with danger: icy slips, twinges when putting up Christmas decorations, and combusting fairy lights... and now health chiefs have added some new threats to the list.

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5 d. ago Neymar to miss rest of the season after defying medical advice on injury to play for Santos

Neymar has been told by doctors to stop playing for the remainder of the year but ignored them and scored Santos' opening goal as they secured a much needed win in their survival bid

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7 d. ago Pop star dies aged 40 in wife's arms after sudden heart attack

The couple had travelled to Italy to seek medical advice for their young child

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1 week ago Strictly star La Voix forced to withdraw completely due to injury

News was confirmed on Saturday’s live Blackpool show following advice from medical experts

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1 week ago How to survive in the jungle, from a top travel medicine specialist

Exclusive: ‘The jungle, they say, is neutral. It’s got everything that you need to survive, but also everything’s trying to kill you’ – Dr Joshua Allison

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2 w. ago Driver who killed woman in horror crash after ignoring medical advice is jailed

Alan Parish had been told by doctors not to drive and was asked to notify the DVLA about it, but he did not act on the advice and shortly after he killed a woman in a crash

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3 w. ago Man United sued for £1MILLION by former star: New details of ex

A former Manchester United star is pushing ahead with a £1million lawsuit as he sues the club for alleged 'clinical negligence' in relation to 'medical advice' he received.

Economics

3 w. ago Want long, luscious hair? Experts offer their hair growth tips

Influencers tend to give hair care advice based on vibes. We asked medical professionalsTrying to grow your hair? If so, here’s what social media suggests: shampoo daily; don’t shampoo daily; avoid sulfates; embrace sulfates; use protein treatments; absolutely don’t use protein treatments; trim your hair regularly, but not too regularly.Is that helpful? Continue reading...

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