52 m. ago Galloway resident fears fighting windfarm proposals is impacting his health

Hands Off Our Hills is opposing a number of developments, including RES' proposals for Blair Hill.

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52 m. ago 'Horrific' illness spreading with symptoms that last up to six weeks

People have said it's not Covid with them testing negative

Science

62 m. ago Vaping warning over 'popcorn lung' risk as there is 'no cure'

A number of recent studies have shown a link between vaping and popcorn lung, a serious and irreversible lung condition that causes scarring in the tiny airways

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71 m. ago Doctor had Botox on ONLY one side of her face to reveal its dramatic effect

California-based Dr Bita Zadeh Farrell treated herself as a 'lab rat' for her experiment which saw her only use botulinum toxin on the lower facial muscles on her right side.

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84 m. ago Simple 'bad cholesterol' test could better predict heart disease risk and 'replace standard tests'

A simple blood test for "bad" cholesterol proteins could be a more accurate risk predictor of cardiovascular disease

Events

1 hour ago Disturbing reason you feel like you're falling off a cliff right before you nod off

A dropping sensation as you fall asleep -accompanied by your legs or arms twitching - is called a 'hypnagogic jerk' - also commonly known as 'sleep starts' or 'hypnic jerk'.

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1 hour ago Major prescription change means you could save hundreds on medicines

England is the only country in the UK that still charges, with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland all ditching the charges over a decade ago.

Politics

1 hour ago Terrifying evidence that infection found in chicken could be driving epidemic of colon cancers

While red and processed meat have been linked to an increased risk of the disease, poultry had, until now, been considered a less risky source of protein.

Events

1 hour ago Voices: There’s a shocking amount of sugar hidden in baby food pouches – and parents have no idea

Caregivers looking for convenience food for their children trust labels that promise nutrition and ‘no nasties’, writes Dayna Brackley. But the real betrayal is that brands sell products high in sugar and low in vital nutrients – under a veneer of ‘health’

Society

2 h. ago Hospitalised Chris Eubank Jr breaks silence as health update issued

The boxer was taken to hospital following his points victory over Conor Benn on Saturday night

Science

2 h. ago Final autopsy results on Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, reveal complex health issues

Report confirms that Arakawa died of hantavirus and her husband, who had heart problems and Alzeimer’s disease, may not have realised she had diedTwo months after the actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their home in Santa Fe, final autopsy results on the couple have been released.These shed further light on the state of health of Hackman, 95, at the time when his and his wife’s bodies, along with that of one of their dogs, were found by a maintenance worker on 26 February. It is believed that Hackman died around a week after his wife, whose cause of death was hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare rodent-borne disease. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Cognitive decline and ageing occur 'more rapidly' among people with one health issue

Scientists believe the health issue biologically ages individuals by around 10 years within just seven years of a diagnosis

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2 h. ago The Ultimate Guide to Supplements: From antioxidants to zinc, what YOU need to take to protect your joints, skin and more... and what you MUST avoid

Many people regard vitamin and mineral supplements as a vital health insurance policy. But are we wasting our money?

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2 h. ago My guilty secret? I've been taking the Valium pills my DOG was prescribed by the vet. But I never imagined how my girlfriends would react when I confessed all during a prosecco binge in the pub...

Caroline has been my closest friend since we were 12. So when I received a text telling me she was shocked to learn of my recent behaviour, I felt crushed.

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2 h. ago Comedian Milton Jones diagnosed with prostate cancer and forced to cancel tour dates

The BBC Mock the Week star has been inundated with support following his health update, as Scots Olympic hero Sir Chris Hoy leads the well wishes.

Science

2 h. ago Mental health deaths inquiry to ‘confront big and difficult questions head on’

The Lampard Inquiry is examining deaths at NHS-run inpatient units in Essex between 2000 and 2023.

Events

2 h. ago Scientists say this common food type is killing ‘thousands’ every year

Experts say there is a link between people eating UPFs and a greater risk of early death

Events

2 h. ago Eating white meat was meant to be good for you – now, apparently not

Swapping chicken for seafood and avoiding overcooking could cut the risks associated with eating too much white meat, the authors of a new study suggest

Events

2 h. ago Ross Edgley aims to be ‘as fat as possible but as fit as possible’ for huge Icelandic swimming challenge

Consuming 10,000 calories per day, spending 12 hours in the water and inhaling baguettes wrapped in pizzas – this isn’t your typical training camp

Politics

3 h. ago Trump’s second term will be the worst presidential term ever | Steven Greenhouse

Tragically, the president’s second term is already more lawless and more authoritarian than any in US historyIn his first 100 days back in office, Donald Trump has made a strong case that his second term will be by far the worst presidential term in US history. So many of his flood-the-zone actions have been head-spinning and stomach-turning. His administration seems to be powered by ignorance and incoherence, spleen and sycophancy. Both he and his right-hand man, Elon Musk, with their resentment-fueled desire to disrupt everything, seem intent on pulverizing the foundations of our government, our democracy, our alliances as well as any notions of truth. Tragically, Trump’s second term is already more lawless and more authoritarian than any in US history.The worst and most dangerous part of Trump’s agenda is his war against our democracy and constitution – defying judges’ orders, deporting people without due process, suggesting he will run for a third term, calling to impeach judges...

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