Neurological conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, migraines, stroke and multiple sclerosis are now the leading cause of ill health and disability around the world, affecting 3.4 billion people, according to a new study. The study, published Thursday in Lancet Neurology, found that these neurological conditions affected 43 per cent of the world population and caused … Read more
A mum has sparked a furious online debate after declaring that pharmacies should not close for lunch every day. The Mumsnet user ranted that the practice was “old fashioned” and “unnecessary” with some agreeing with her, while others branded her “unreasonable”. Currently in the UK, there must be a pharmacist present whenever pharmaceutical services are … Read more
Spicy foods This includes things such as mustard and types of chilli peppers as this can cause an “increase in body temperature, heartburn and reflux at night, disturbing your sleep,” Kerry says. Fatty foods Remember the old wives’ tale of cheese giving you nightmares well it turns out it can cause sleep problems elsewhere. Kerry … Read more
The early warning signs of cancer can be subtle, but knowing what to look for can unlock the path to earlier diagnosis. That’s why you must pay attention to any new or unexplained changes, ranging from breathlessness to blood in your pee. Getting tested could put your mind at rest. Therefore, an expert has urged … Read more
A 52-year-old man from the United States got a startling surprise after he was hospitalized for his worsening migraines – he was told parasitic tapeworm larvae in his brain were the cause. The unidentified man had been complaining of week-long, aggressive headaches over four months, according to a case study published March 7 in the … Read more
Blueberry and vanilla chia pudding recipe This particular recipe is high in magnesium, tyrosine, vitamin C, and omega-3 all of which can help you quit smoking. Even better it is the perfect recipe to help kick-start your day and there’s no better time to start than tomorrow – No Smoking Day. Ingredients: 300mls almond or … Read more
Dr Michael Mosley has outlined a simple dietary change that could improve your sleep. Worryingly, around 71 percent of adults don’t get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night. The health guru explained that good sleep can be measured with three things – how much you get, the quality of uninterrupted sleep … Read more
An expert has outlined the red-flag symptoms of a vicious silent killer that kills 34,000 people in the UK each year. Worryingly, more than half of people diagnosed with lung cancer die within one year of diagnosis, even with treatment, according to medical negligence solicitor Kim Jackson, from Patient Claim Line. The sooner lung cancer is … Read more
Dementia rates are set to almost triple in the coming decades. Despite the dismal forecasts, there are ways you can reduce your risk of the mind-robbing condition. As the proportion of older people in the population is increasing in nearly every country, the number of dementia patients is expected to reach 78 million in 2030 … Read more
Silent killers describe a cluster of medical conditions with no obvious symptoms that can progress to an advanced stage before they are detected. Diabetes symptoms are often reluctant to rear their ugly heads, landing the condition in this category. What’s worse, uncontrolled blood sugar levels posed by diabetes can spell a serious health risk, ranging … Read more
