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People using GLP-1 injections such as Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro often worry when their weight loss seems to stall, but a pause on the scales does not automatically mean the treatment has stopped helping. That is the message shared by…
Machine Gun Kelly’s striking blackout tattoos sparked huge online discussion, but a clinical specialist says anyone considering the look should pause first and ask themselves one important question. Often referred to as a ‘dark mode’ tattoo, a blackout tattoo involves…
A US mother says a cosmetic Botox appointment turned frightening within hours, after she developed breathing problems the same night and later dealt with recurring hives for years. Jen Hauer, 41, said she had previously had Botox once without issue,…
A 23-year-old woman has spoken publicly about a troubling reaction she links to a widely prescribed class of antidepressants, as a doctor urges patients to be aware of the possible risks. Lauren Friedman, a student at Vanderbilt University, says the…
New research indicates that another medication may help tackle a common side effect linked to GLP-1 drugs. GLP-1 treatments were first approved to help manage diabetes, but they also tend to make people feel full after eating smaller amounts of…
Warning: This article contains discussion of drug addiction which some readers may find distressing. A 23-year-old woman has spoken about the permanent bladder damage she now lives with after spending more than $40,000 on a ketamine addiction that began in…
Actor Tyler Mane has shared that he has been diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer and has started chemotherapy, using his announcement to highlight symptoms that men are often less likely to recognise. Mane, best known to many…
A GP has highlighted the warning signs and possible treatments for phimosis, a painful condition that affects the penis. Talking about sexual health can feel uncomfortable for many people, even though being open about symptoms is often the first step…
Some people using GLP-1 weight-loss medication are now seeking cosmetic procedures for what has been nicknamed ‘Ozempic ears’, with specialists cautioning that the lasting impact of rapid weight loss is often overlooked. Many patients taking well-known GLP-1 medications such as…
A sleep specialist has explained why so many people find themselves wide awake between 2am and 4am, as well as what can be done to reduce the chances of it happening. Few things are more frustrating than opening your eyes…
Age-gap relationships often spark debate, but one expert says couples may have a better chance when the difference between them is relatively small. There has long been disagreement over what counts as an ideal age difference in a relationship. Some…
The Big Bang Theory actor Mayim Bialik has spoken about her ‘GPL-1 nightmare’ after experiencing weeks of side effects following a single dose. But how typical is that kind of reaction? Bialik, widely recognised for her role as Amy Fowler…
Logan Paul has opened up about quitting weed cold turkey, saying the withdrawals hit harder than he ever expected. On a recent episode of his Impaulsive podcast, the WWE performer and internet personality spoke about his past cannabis habit alongside…
Do you think you’re a bad person? If you have this type of OCD, you’ll think you are one, and it’s a common feature with this sub-type of the condition. Doubting your own character can sometimes come from a real…
For a lot of people, the best part of getting up is that first mouthful of coffee. But one expert says it may be worth eating something first to avoid upsetting your stomach. Plenty of coffee drinkers say they end…
Around one-third to half of all US adults take multivitamins, according to John Hopkins Medicine. For many people, it’s a routine that seems harmless. But one pharmacist is cautioning that a fast-spreading online craze is encouraging supplement habits that can…