10 h. ago Cancer patients in the UK dealing with 'worst drug shortage' as sufferers forced to skip meals and ration doses of their medication

A new survey has found that an astonishing 96 per cent of pharmacies are struggling to supply their patients with a crucial cancer drug called Creon.

Science

13 h. ago I invented the 'Death Clock'... and was horrified when it confirmed my worst fears about my own health

Brent Franson invented the Death Clock app, which analyzes a person's body metrics and lifestyle, to predict - down to the minute - when and how a person will die.

Events

29 h. ago It’s my goal to live to 100 – and it’s not just diet and exercise that will help me achieve it | Devi Sridhar

Every time my mind goes down the ‘optimisation’ route, I’m reminded of my job as a public health scientist, looking into the factors that affect how long we will liveProf Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh, and the author of How Not to Die (Too Soon)For much of the past century, life expectancy continually increased. In most countries in the world, children could hope to live, on average, longer, healthier lives than their parents. This expectation is still true of the mega-wealthy. In fact, tech billionaires and multimillionaires have recently been fixated on finding the secret to longer life, convinced that with enough money, technology and cutting-edge science, they can stave off the inevitable for a few more decades to reach 120 or even 150 years old.But their efforts aren’t trickling down to the rest of us. The world’s health crises are getting worse, with life expectancy going backwards in several high-income countries, such as the UK ...

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63 h. ago Ricky Gervais says his health is getting 'worse and worse' and it hurts when he walks

Funnyman Ricky, 63, admits he's getting old and 'it's all downhill from here' but he says he's prepared and his 'drug cabinet is amazing'

Politics

3 d. ago Dog Dental Health: Here are the 10 breeds of adorable dog with the worst teeth

Prospective dog owners should be aware that their beloved pet pup may be predisposed to developing dental problems and tooth issues.

Politics

5 d. ago Mum in 'worst pain of life' after botched Turkey teeth saw face collapse

Leanna has been told it could cost £45,000 to repair the damage done

Politics

7 d. ago Ricky Gervais, 63, shares his health fears as he discusses getting older and admits he always thinks he is 'dying' after Googling his symptoms

The comedian, 63, candidly discussed getting older and his health woes during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live earlier this week.

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7 d. ago Vaping could be even worse for your health than smoking, says new research

A study by leading cardiac rehabilitation expert Dr Maxime Boidin from Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) found that vaping may actually be more dangerous to people's long term health than cigarettes

Science

7 d. ago Ricky Gervais risks being 'cancelled' with controversial speech at Walk of Fame

Comedian Ricky Gervais has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but it appears he used his acceptance speech to take a swipe at his fellow stars on the walk

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8 d. ago Ricky Gervais always Googles his symptoms and is 'reminded every day'

The 63-year-old comedian confessed to researching his symptoms online and jumping to conclusions about the worst-case scenarios

Science

8 d. ago Watch: Ricky Gervais rails against cancel culture as he’s honoured with a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Comedian Ricky Gervais has been honoured with a star on Hollywood’s iconic Walk of Fame.

Culture

8 d. ago Ricky Gervais risks getting CANCELED on Hollywood Walk of Fame with edgy acceptance speech

The 63-year-old comedian stirred up controversy again as he toed the line on making a joke about another subject many have deemed too taboo to joke about - sexual assault accusations.

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8 d. ago Ricky Gervais carries out his own DIY operations because of one crippling fear

TV star and comedy legend Ricky Gervais may be confident performing in front of thousands of people, but he has a crippling fear of going to the doctors

Politics

8 d. ago Summer sandals you can actually walk in! 14 styles that won't hurt your feet

Gone are the days of sacrificing comfort for style. There's now an impressive selection of brands that are redefining the walking sandal.

Politics

9 d. ago Ricky Gervais says he has extreme health fears –but chooses to never see a doctor

The comedian says he often researches his symptoms or asks his partner for her opinion

Society

9 d. ago Summer sandals you can actually walk in! 13 styles that won't hurt your feet

Gone are the days of sacrificing comfort for style. There's now an impressive selection of brands that are redefining the walking sandal.

Politics

1 week ago Jake Tapper claims Biden health scandal coverup is 'worse than Watergate'

The extraordinary admission came during an interview with Piers Morgan promoting his tell-all book Original Sin, co-authored alongside Axios reporter Alex Thompson.

Politics

2 w. ago Olly Murs cancels more shows and apologises to Glasgow fans as he admits he's 'hurting'

The singer took to Instagram to say he's 'hurting' and to apologise to fans for walking off stage at Glasgow's OVO Hydro last night.

Politics

2 w. ago Warning over 'worrying trend' as thousands more die from one health problem

"It's been the worst start to a decade for heart health for half a century," experts warn

Events

3 w. ago Australian writer describes ‘unbearable suffering’ in Chinese jail to Albanese as health worsens

Australia says Yang’s letter is ‘message of profound courage, resilience and hope’

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