7 h. ago Major study into chronic back pain reveals methods that actually give you relief

Only one in ten treatments for back pain actually work, and those that do are barely better than a placebo, a study from the University of New South Wales in Australia suggests.

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5 d. ago How cancer fakers get away with it: Ruthless methods include staged 'puking breaks' at work and stealing real patients' photos

A shocking number of cruel fraudsters are using cancer - and the charitable feelings it brings out in kind folk - to their benefit. For instance, American Amanda Riley maintained a seven-year deception.

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5 d. ago University of the West of Scotland vows to support those with endometriosis

Endometriosis impacts the physical and mental health of 1 in 10 women from puberty to menopause, with symptoms including chronic pelvic pain and painful periods.

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6 d. ago Banish algae from garden fence panels using two kitchen staples for £1.62

Is your fence covered in sticky green algae? Luckily, fencing experts have revealed one cheap method to clean away unwanted stains and leave your fence as good as new

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1 week ago Simple diet switch could dramatically cut risk of cancer death, major study finds

Eating too much butter could make you die earlier, a shocking new study has found - while eating vegetable oils increases your lifespan.

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1 week ago Scientists identify supplement that can 'slow the ageing process' in groundbreaking new study

A major new study has found that just one gram a day of one nutritional powerhouse can 'slow the ageing process'

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2 w. ago You've been making pancakes wrong! Scientists reveal the ultimate method

With just a few ingredients, you might think that pancakes are a doddle to whip up. But as many home cooks will know, mastering the perfect stack isn't always straightforward.

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3 w. ago Warning as antidepressant taken by millions has a disturbing effect on brain function in major new study

Swedish scientists examining 19,000 patients taking antidepressants experienced changes in their brain function compared to those not given the drugs.

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3 w. ago PIP overhaul could strip financial aid from thousands with chronic conditions

A Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) review is reportedly underway for 87 conditions, including chronic pain, mobility issues, and musculoskeletal disorders, sparking widespread concern

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3 w. ago Pub cleaner with bad neck wins payout after colleagues mocked her for struggling to use a mop

A cleaner afflicted by chronic neck pain who was mocked over her physical limitations by staff at the Lancashire pub where she worked has won her case for disability discrimination and harassment.

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4 w. ago Major new study finds 'worrying' UK health trend thanks to UPFs

A doctor has listed the foods we need to start eating now as a quarter of us are missing one vital nutrient

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last month I'm a neurologist who cured my chronic lower back pain in five simple steps... here's how you can too

A neurologist suffering from chronic pain in her lower back has revealed the five exercises she does that help her

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