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A podiatrist has explained a widespread condition that can make those first steps out of bed especially painful. For plenty of people, mornings are hard enough without anything else getting in the way. But for some, the start of the…
A new study has found that, in some parts of the US, the cost of giving birth can be so high that many households would need the equivalent of an entire year’s wages to cover it. Americans have long known…
Jeremy Clarkson has shared a positive health update after revealing he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. In the newest season of Clarkson’s Farm, viewers saw the TV presenter speak candidly with his fellow cast members about being told he…
There’s another little-known experience some people say can trigger an unexpected emotional crash: ‘sad nipple syndrome’. Although it is not a formally recognized diagnosis, doctors say there may be a medical explanation behind it, and support is available for anyone…
A one-minute fridge check involving a dollar bill might sound unusual, but an expert says it could help households avoid wasting money. As living costs continue to put pressure on budgets, straightforward ways to trim bills are still in demand.…
A little-known effect nicknamed ‘ghost fat’ is being discussed as more people turn to GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, with research indicating that one in eight Americans says they have tried the medications. Use of GLP-1 treatments including Ozempic and…
Riley Gaines says she learned an unexpected lesson about hormonal birth control after a doctor flagged low bone density during a medical screening and suggested the medication she had used to skip periods may have played a role. The former…
A widely used ‘ice’ vape flavour may be linked to harmful hidden effects, according to new research, with scientists saying these additives “should be considered for regulation”. E-cigarette use remains widespread in the US. The latest federal data suggest about…
A fitness and stay-at-home mom content creator who shared her workouts, home life and parenting journey with a large online audience has died, just three months after telling followers she had been diagnosed with cancer. Carly Douglas, who was based…
A sex and relationships specialist has said that wearing the wrong condom size can create much bigger problems than many people expect, while also helping explain why protected sex often feels less enjoyable for some couples. Gemma Nice, a sex…
A large new study has identified the amount of weekly strength training linked to a notably lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and early death. Scientists at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health reviewed 30 years of data from nearly…
Scientists believe they may be closer to explaining why GLP-1 drugs are less effective for some people. Medications such as Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy and Zepbound were originally developed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage blood sugar, but they…
New research suggests GLP-1 medicines may be linked to a lower risk of several obesity-related cancers, but scientists caution the findings do not prove the drugs directly prevent cancer. Use of GLP-1 drugs including Ozempic and Wegovy has surged in…
A medical expert has shared his view on the ongoing discussion over whether Mounjaro or Wegovy is the stronger option for weight loss. In the UK, both medicines are now available for weight management in certain adults, although access depends…
Oysters are often the first food people think of when the topic turns to boosting libido. But another everyday cupboard staple may also support sexual health, according to an expert. These days, the word ‘superfood’ appears everywhere, usually as shorthand…
Health specialists are drawing attention to a lesser-known symptom inside the mouth that may signal a vitamin deficiency. One possible cause is vitamin B12 or B9 deficiency anaemia, which happens when too little vitamin B12 or folate affects the production…