6 h. ago Two cities axed fluoride from tap water... what happened to kids' health has experts terrified for the US

Children living in two cities that removed fluoride from drinking water are suffering from shocking health impacts, studies have found. Despite this, multiple US states are moving to ban the mineral.

Science

1 week ago Israeli strikes on Gaza 'kill family of 10 including five kids', health officials say

The UN has raised alarm over Israel’s blockade stopping food and supplies entering Gaza – where two million people are said to rely on one million prepared charity meals a day

Events

1 week ago Kids in Scotland spend a whopping 45 hours a week stuck indoors – with more than a third of that time staring at screens

Specsavers is launching a new awareness drive to highlight the growing issue of childhood myopia, or short-sightedness, as new research reveals children are spending an average of 45 hours a week indoors, with more than a third of that time glued to screens.

Politics

1 week ago Birmingham locals fume over 'diabolical health hazard' that's 'making kids sick'

Fed-up Birmingham locals have demanded the council act straight away to end the rubbish crisis that has left locals fearing for their health as huge rats scurry among the debris

Politics

2 w. ago Why having untreated high blood pressure could be a RISK FACTOR FOR dementia

For years we've known high blood pressure is bad for your health. It raises your risk of heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure. Now it's clear high blood pressure is also a major cause of dementia.

Events

2 w. ago Why having 'normal' blood pressure could be a sign of dementia

For years we've known high blood pressure is bad for your health. It raises your risk of heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure. Now it's clear high blood pressure is also a major cause of dementia.

Events

2 w. ago School meal costs hiked by over 20% sparks health fears for Scots kids

The cost of lunch is now more than £579 per year in one local authority with many announcing huge rises as they struggle to balance the books.

Politics

2 w. ago Pig kidney removed from Alabama woman a record 130 days after transplant

Xenotransplantation is experimental but has the promise of increasing organ supply

Politics

2 w. ago Pig kidney removed from Alabama woman after a record 130 days

Xenotransplantation is experimental but has the promise of increasing organ supply

Politics

2 w. ago Seven common routines and habits that may damage your kidneys’ health

Kidney damage can affect almost every part of your body

Events

3 w. ago The killer drug becoming more popular because it's cheaper than cocaine

Known as a dissociative anaesthetic, ketamine is used as a party drug for its hallucinogenic effects. However, it can also cause serious health problems such as irreversible damage to the bladder and kidneys.

Events

3 w. ago Your Friends & Neighbors to Black Mirror: the seven best shows to stream this week

Jon Hamm stars as a gentlemen thief in a very entertaining midlife-crisis satire. Plus: Charlie Brooker’s hit series is back with another sensational castManifesting his signature blend of unshakeable self-confidence and understated self-loathing, Jon Hamm stars in this midlife-crisis satire. Coop (Hamm) is a hedge fund manager who, after years gazing down at the world from an ivory tower, finds his life falling apart. His wife has gone, his kids are expensive, his sister’s mental health problems are getting worse and he’s lost his job. “Your biggest mistake,” his boss tells him, “was thinking any of this was ever yours.” At a barbecue hosted by friends, he has an idea: the people around him are awful and undeservedly rich – so why not rob them? Soon, everything is spiralling out of control in very entertaining fashion. Apple TV+, from Friday 11 April Continue reading...

Culture

3 w. ago Adam Devine told by doctors he was DYING after suffering health complications from being hit by truck as a kid

The Righteous Gemstones actor, 41, has opened up on his health 'nightmare' which reached fever pitch when he started experiencing constant pain and 'having spasms all over.'

Events

3 w. ago Cooking with kids teaches healthy eating, life skills and more

To raise adventurous, self-sufficient and health-conscious eaters, get kids in the kitchen

Society

4 w. ago The rise of the skincare tweens: How retinol serums and eye creams took over childhood

As Gen Alpha beg their parents for £50 retinol creams and host parties at popular beauty retailers, Charlotte Cripps, a mum of two, explains why she’s stepping back from the ‘Sephora kids’ trend before it’s too late

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