43 m. ago Common cough medicine could slow dementia in Parkinson’s patients, study hints

Cough medicine widely used in Europe remains unapproved for use in US, Canada, researchers say

Science

34 h. ago Patients with common eye condition face sight loss due to care delays – charity

A report by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists suggests glaucoma cases could rise by 22% by 2035.

Science

56 h. ago Millions warned over unwanted side effect of taking antidepressants

Patients who regularly took three common drugs to treat mental health problems were more likely to encounter this problem, a study found

Events

3 d. ago Know your risk: Glaucoma UK launches interactive online quiz to help prevent sight loss

Glaucoma Awareness Week 2025: 30 June – 6 July Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the UK – it can affect anyone, at any time, and is often symptomless.

Events

6 d. ago Specsavers Wishaw store to offer full time independent prescription service

This qualification allows the store to now manage more complex eye conditions without the need to refer as many patients to hospital.

Politics

7 d. ago Scots pensioner 'horrified at losing sight' now helps others embrace the loss

Elizabeth Prior, 73, has been experiencing sight loss in recent years, and has now been left unable to see any colour at all.

Economics

7 d. ago Colon cancer patient's intestines 'spontaneously' explode after common operation

An 83-year-old man's small intestine spontaneously 'exploded' out of his body after suffering a common condition diagnosed in more than 5million Americans every year.

Science

1 week ago New mum suddenly dies from common condition as patients sent urgent warning before 30C heatwave

On one of the hottest days of the year in 2017, Dominique Hornsey suddenly collapsed and died after struggling to breathe in the boiling heat. Now her sister is sharing her story to warn others this heatwave

Events

1 week ago Rare diagnosis left West Lothian man blind as a teen in 'isolating' experience

Neil Atkinson was only 17 when he was diagnosed with a rare degenerative eye condition, Stargardt's Disease.

Politics

1 week ago Older people with eyesight issues could be due up to £441 extra every month

Attendance Allowance or Pension Age Disability Payment can provide financial support for people who are severely short-sighted or have eye conditions.

Economics

1 week ago Crosshouse Hospital hosts patch party to raise awareness of 'lazy eye' condition

Young patients got the chance to meet others with eye patches and play games.

Society

2 w. ago Claudia Winkleman's chronic eye condition left her 'never really' able to see her own face

Strictly Come Dancing host Claudia Winkleman was named among the King's Birthday Honours list released yesterday

Politics

3 w. ago Optometrist says eat 19p item now to help avoid sight loss later

The specialist said our eyes are something many people overlook when it comes to looking after their health

Politics

3 w. ago Montrose veteran hails Sight Scotland Veterans’ Centre Without Walls event

Sight Scotland Veterans is set to host its first-ever ‘Centre Without Walls’ event in Montrose this June, offering local veterans with sight loss the chance to explore the wide-ranging support the charity has to offer.

Politics