A GP of 30 years has hailed the trial of an innovative cancer vaccine as a “significant breakthrough” that will “herald a new age” of cancer treatment, as it is set to be given to thousands of NHS patients. The cutting edge treatment has been developed for cancer patients to destroy any lingering tumour cells … Read more
Millions of Britons are currently living with arthritis and other joint problems. Depending on the type of arthritis it can cause issues such as pain, inflammation, joint stiffness, and even difficulty moving. There is no cure for arthritis, however, there are ways to both reduce your risk of the condition and ease symptoms. With this … Read more
Health experts have voiced their concern as some parts of England have seen an almost 1,000 percent increase in cases of a painful Victorian disease. Around one in 40 people in the UK are thought to be suffering from gout – a condition that was prominent more than 100 years ago – but new figures … Read more
In the summer months, the rising temperatures can bring about some changes to the body. Sweating and feeling thirstier than usual are both side effects of exposure to hotter weather. Some people might also notice their ankles become more swollen than usual. This is known medically as oedema, and it can occur when the heat … Read more
Back in 1980, Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton starred in the movie classic 9 to 5, which included the latter’s hit song. The original film followed the trio taking revenge on their sexist boss, portrayed by Dabney Coleman, who died two weeks ago. Rumours have abounded of a sequel, but now Friends star … Read more
Brits are urged to stay vigilant as a plague of “monster ticks” have been invading holiday spots across Europe. The blood-sucking creatures are reportedly four times larger than regular ticks and can carry dangerous diseases. The large ticks, known as Hyalomma lusitanicum, originate from tropical climates including Africa and southeast Asia. But now it is … Read more
Now Viggo has spoken out, telling GQ: “Sure. I don’t know exactly what the story is, I haven’t heard. Maybe I’ll hear about it eventually. I like playing that character. I learned a lot playing the character. I enjoyed it a lot. I would only do it if I was right for it in terms … Read more
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a potentially deadly condition that affects around a third of all Brits. It means that the heart has to work harder to pump blood around the body. This puts extra strain on the heart as well as other organs and the blood vessels and can cause damage. It is … Read more
A doctor who worked on the frontline of a deadly epidemic has issued an urgent plea as cases of the “100-day cough” are rising again in the UK. Retired GP Doug Jenkinson warned that both young children and pregnant women should be vaccinated against whooping cough. Known medically as pertussis, whooping cough is a bacterial … Read more
In the UK we are not known to shy away from drinking alcohol. In fact, around half of British adults admit to drinking at least once a week. While it may be something many people enjoy, the consequences the next day can be brutal. But now scientists believe they have discovered a solution – a … Read more
