Early signs of heart disease and cancer that you can see in your hands

Early signs of heart disease and cancer that you can see in your hands

Spotting a health condition early is the best way to secure a positive outcome (Image: Daily Mirror) Your hands can reveal a lot about you, from the hardness and callouses formed by years of physical work to the softness indicative of a more leisurely lifestyle. However, they can also signal the onset of severe health … Read more

‘I’m a doctor – these are the six overlooked signs of heart disease you shouldn’t ignore’

‘I’m a doctor – these are the six overlooked signs of heart disease you shouldn’t ignore’

A doctor has revealed the six subtle red flags that could indicate early signs of one of the deadliest diseases in the world. Coronary heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. But bariatric surgeon Doctor Igor Troickis warned that many people overlook its early warning signs, mistaking them for minor health … Read more

Common supplement increases heart disease risk, say doctors

Common supplement increases heart disease risk, say doctors

A common supplement taken by millions of pensioners could increase the risk of heart disease and strokes for many people, a major new study has found.   Fish oil has long been believed to have many health benefits and it has been shown to help relieve debilitating symptoms of arthritis. However, a study published in the … Read more

Drink this daily to protect the heart and lower blood pressure, experts say

Drink this daily to protect the heart and lower blood pressure, experts say

Heart health is a huge problem in the UK, with cardiovascular disease accounting for around a quarter of all deaths every year. This includes conditions and diseases such as coronary heart disease, heart failure and strokes. And according to the British Heart Foundation, around 7.6 million people in the UK are currently living with cardiovascular … Read more

Teen who ate spicy tortilla chip died of high chile consumption and had a heart defect, autopsy says

Teen who ate spicy tortilla chip died of high chile consumption and had a heart defect, autopsy says

BOSTON — A Massachusetts teen who participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge on social media died from eating a large quantity of chile pepper extract and also had a congenital heart defect, according to autopsy results obtained by The Associated Press. Harris Wolobah, a 10th grader from the city of Worcester, died on Sept. … Read more

‘Game-changer’ weight loss jab study sparks race for prescriptions

‘Game-changer’ weight loss jab study sparks race for prescriptions

Pharmacies reported a surge in enquiries following promising research (Image: Getty) The discovery that weight loss jabs could be the biggest heart health breakthrough since statins has sparked a stampede for prescriptions. Pharmacies reported increases of more than 400 percent in demand for consultations from people wanting to access the drugs this week. The rush … Read more

Dr Michael Mosley reveals one teaspoon of ‘powerhouse’ snack can slash heart disease risk

Dr Michael Mosley reveals one teaspoon of ‘powerhouse’ snack can slash heart disease risk

Diet is a key contributing factor when it comes to our overall health and wellbeing. Many of us are aware of the fact we should be eating a healthy, balanced diet packed with plenty of fruits and vegetables for this reason. However, even with the best intentions it can be hard to ensure we get … Read more

Intermittent Fasting Linked To Risk Of Death From Heart Disease: Study

Intermittent Fasting Linked To Risk Of Death From Heart Disease: Study

Lifestyle interventions aimed at weight loss have come under scrutiny (Representational) The safety of intermittent fasting, a popular strategy to lose weight by limiting food intake to certain times, was called into question by a surprise finding from research presented at a medical meeting.  Limiting mealtimes to a period of just eight hours a day … Read more

Expert shares ‘important’ food to slash heart disease risk – 90% of Brits don’t eat enough

Expert shares ‘important’ food to slash heart disease risk – 90% of Brits don’t eat enough

In the UK heart health is a growing concern. A quarter of all deaths every year are caused by cardiovascular disease. This includes conditions and illnesses such as coronary heart disease, stroke and heart failure. There are many contributing factors to heart disease, some of which are out of our control like our age and … Read more

‘Saving lives’: How AI is helping doctors better predict heart failure – National

‘Saving lives’: How AI is helping doctors better predict heart failure – National

Amidst the surging rates of heart failure across Canada, experts say the urgency for accurate prognostic tools has never been more needed. Yet, within this challenging landscape, promise is emerging from the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). Researchers at the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre in Toronto have unveiled SEATTLE HF, an AI system demonstrating precision … Read more