A brave woman has shared her battle with bowel cancer and the four warning signs she had before being diagnosed. She is also urging others to be more vigilant than she was. Ellie Wilcockknown, known as EllieWilcock0 on TikTok, is a fighter who’s conquered stage 4 bowel cancer and since become an advocate for health … Read more
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death across the globe, responsible for nearly 18 million fatalities annually. This includes conditions that affect the heart and circulatory system such as strokes, coronary heart disease and heart failure. Within the UK it is just as deadly, causing around a quarter of all deaths. Therefore, spotting the … Read more
Health bodies have warned of a lesser-known cancer symptom that you can spot on your bedding in the morning. According to experts, bedsheets that are “soaking” in sweat every day could be a warning sign that something is seriously wrong. Many of us experience some form of sweating at night, especially during the summer months. … Read more
Bowel cancer is among the most common forms of the disease in the UK. It accounts for around 11 percent of all cancer diagnoses. The disease has a high mortality rate, leading to around 16,000 deaths every year in the UK. Currently there is also concern about the prevalence of the cancer among young people. … Read more
Heart disease: Doctor explains how to reduce risk in 2021 Brits are being urged to look out for the telltale signs of a deadly disease, as the number of people awaiting heart care in England rose to a record high. According to the latest NHS figures, cardiac waiting lists rose to 421,433 at the end … Read more
Five seemingly mild symptoms might be an early indication of metabolic syndrome, which could further develop into heart disease or even a stroke. Metabolic syndrome is a compilation of several health disorders that simultaneously occur. This complication can raise the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. It often flies under the radar … Read more
Although dementia is typically associated with elderly people, there are warning signs of the disease that can strike people of a younger age. Dementia can begin before the age of 65, which is known as early onset. But it may actually start even earlier and worsen if the symptoms are not recognized. In the UK, … Read more
Princess Anne is being treated in hospital for concussion and minor head injuries, following what medics believe was a kick from a horse. Concussions are a fairly common occurence but they can lead to serious health problems if symptoms are ignored. Understanding of the impact of head injuries has greatly improved in recent years, and … Read more
An early warning sign of dementia can be spotted by looking at your hands – as they may begin to tremble. While it’s expected that mental and physical function will decline as we get older, it can be hard to watch our loved ones deteriorate. Spotting the early signs of dementia can help prepare for … Read more
