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Dirty habit raises long COVID risk, experts warn

Leading health specialists warn that a widespread everyday habit could significantly raise your chances of developing persistent Long COVID symptoms and long-term health complications.

Tennis No.1 Kasatkina Announces 2025 Retirement

World number one Australian tennis player Daria Kasatkina reveals she will quit professional tennis in 2025, citing mental health struggles and desire to start a family in emotional announcement.

Hodgkinson: 'On The Start Line, You're Fair Game'

British athletics star Keely Hodgkinson opens up on the intense pressure and mental challenges of elite competition after witnessing fellow runner Nikki Hiltz's powerful Instagram post.

Gout Strikes! Athlete Out of World Championships

In a shocking turn of events at the World Athletics Championships, a top competitor's medal hopes were dashed not by an injury, but by a sudden and severe flare-up of gout, a condition often misunderstood as an ailment of the past.

Boxing prodigy, 21, found dead in suspected suicide

The British boxing world is in mourning after the sudden death of 21-year-old rising star Bradley Welsh. The talented prospect, tipped for future glory, was found dead in a suspected suicide, leaving the sporting community in shock.

Björn Borg Reveals Aggressive Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Tennis icon Björn Borg reveals his private fight against an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The 69-year-old Swedish champion shares his emotional journey, current treatment in Stockholm, and his resilient, day-by-day approach to life.

5 Daily Habits Sabotaging Your Health

Leading health experts warn that common everyday routines - from how you sit to your phone usage - could be secretly damaging your body. Discover the surprising risks and simple fixes.

Ian Thorpe: I almost quit before Sydney 2000 glory

Olympic legend Ian Thorpe opens up for the first time about his devastating mental health crisis and how he nearly walked away from swimming just months before his historic Sydney 2000 triumph.

Silent Killer Warning: 1 in 3 Brits At Risk

Millions of Britons are at risk of a silent killer condition with no symptoms. Experts reveal the hidden signs and urgent steps to protect yourself from fatty liver disease.

20-Year-Old College Runner Dies After Collapsing in Texas

The university sports community is in mourning after Christopher 'Chase' Cobb, a talented 20-year-old runner for the University of the Incarnate Word, tragically passed away following a medical emergency during a training run in the intense Texas heat.

Stop Toilet Scrolling - Doctors Warn of Health Risks

A troubling new health trend is emerging as doctors link prolonged toilet scrolling on smartphones to a sharp rise in painful haemorrhoids and other bowel issues. Experts reveal why this modern habit is damaging your health.

Olympian: Motherhood Harder Than Olympics

Australian swimming legend Libby Trickett opens up about the brutal reality of motherhood, claiming it dwarfs the challenge of preparing for the Olympic Games. Her candid revelation resonates with millions of women worldwide.

Harry Kane Launches Vegan Protein Bar Business

England football captain Harry Kane enters the health food market with his new vegan protein bar business, Keepers Protein, aiming to make nutrition accessible for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

53M Americans' lifestyle risks causing birth defect crisis

Leading medical experts issue a stark warning that sedentary habits and poor nutrition among 53 million Americans are creating a silent public health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of serious birth defects in future generations.

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