A major study published in The Lancet a few days ago has, for the first time, put a definitive figure on the number of people affected by long term symptoms of Covid-19. One in eight adults (12.7 per… [+3541 chars]
High blood pressure, or hypertension, rarely has noticeable symptoms and if left untreated it can seriously increase risk of heart attacks and strokes. Blood pressure is recorded using two numbers, … [+2834 chars]
Theyve been repeating it ever since the start of the Covid pandemic: We are entering an age of pandemics this is just the beginning. And theyve been true to their word: no sooner had the threat of Co… [+11948 chars]
After the biopsy, the wait was 12 days. Twelve endless days of not knowing. Twelve terrifying, sleepless nights of fearing the worst. I decided not to tell my daughters, then aged 24 and 22, until I … [+11505 chars]
Professor Carmit Levy, a lead author, said: We examined the differences between men and women after sun exposure and found that men eat more than women because their appetite has increased. Our stud… [+1074 chars]
A stroll after dinner has long been thought to clear the mind. Now research suggests that it can also improve blood- sugar control and reduce the chances of developing heart problems or diabetes. Ev… [+559 chars]
High blood pressure, or hypertension, rarely has noticeable symptoms and if left untreated it can seriously increase risk of heart attacks and strokes. Blood pressure is recorded using two numbers, … [+2834 chars]
Theyve been repeating it ever since the start of the Covid pandemic: We are entering an age of pandemics this is just the beginning. And theyve been true to their word: no sooner had the threat of Co… [+11948 chars]
Blood clots can be a danger to life if left untreated. However, there are some early tell tale signs that the body shows to indicate that you may have one. This means that you should always get chec… [+2730 chars]
After the biopsy, the wait was 12 days. Twelve endless days of not knowing. Twelve terrifying, sleepless nights of fearing the worst. I decided not to tell my daughters, then aged 24 and 22, until I … [+11505 chars]
Going for a short walk after a meal can reduce blood sugar and lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, a review suggests. Setting off 60 to 90 minutes after eating is optimum as this is when blood sugar … [+2425 chars]
All cancer patients must be offered genetic testing so they can be given the drugs most likely to combat their tumours, experts have said. The call forms part of a new consensus statement led by sci… [+584 chars]
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