MPs Demand Ban on Brazilian Butt Lifts and Tighter Cosmetic Laws
A parliamentary committee warns of a 'wild west' in non-surgical cosmetic procedures, with treatments performed in unsafe locations leading to serious harm and deaths.
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Weight Loss Jabs Favoured by Women and Middle Classes, Study Shows
New research indicates women, the middle-aged, and middle classes dominate private prescriptions for weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy, despite lower obesity rates, highlighting access inequalities.
Weight Loss Jabs Dominated by Women and Middle Classes
New research shows nearly 80% of private prescriptions for weight loss drugs like Mounjaro go to women, with middle-class patients far more likely to access treatment than those in deprived areas.
Exercise Benefits for Arthritis Patients Questioned
A German study suggests exercise may have limited impact on osteoarthritis symptoms, challenging current NHS recommendations and sparking expert debate.
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Cold Weather Payments Reach 1.5 Million Households This Winter
Nearly 1.5 million low-income households in England and Wales have received £25 cold weather payments this winter. The automatic payments trigger when temperatures drop to 0°C or below for seven consecutive days.
DWP Cold Weather Payments: £35M Paid, 1M Pensioners Miss Out
The DWP has issued over £35 million in cold weather payments to 1.5 million households in England and Wales this winter, but one million pensioners remain ineligible or unaware of the support.
Australian Health Insurance Premiums Set for Largest Rise Since 2017
Millions of Australians face a 4.41% premium increase from April 1, with experts urging policy reviews to avoid overpaying thousands annually.
Children's Dental Crisis: Hospital Extractions Up 14%
NHS data reveals a 14% increase in child tooth extractions, with decay causing most cases. Experts warn of widening health inequalities and call for urgent government action.
Kmart's $6 Workout Belt and Expert Fitness Tips
Discover how Kmart's affordable hip thrust training belt enables progressive overload for glute and core gains, plus expert advice on avoiding cortisol-related fitness sabotage.
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Survey Reveals Top Signs of Ageing in Over-40s
A study of 5,000 over-40s identifies key indicators of getting older, including preferring quiet drinks, ignoring fashion trends, and persistent aches. Many adopt healthy habits to stay youthful.
Bayer Proposes $7.25bn Roundup Cancer Settlement
Bayer has announced a $7.25bn proposed settlement to resolve thousands of US lawsuits alleging its Roundup weedkiller causes cancer, as legal uncertainty mounts.
Louise Thompson Shares IVF and Surrogacy Decision After Trauma
Louise Thompson explains emotional decision to pursue IVF and surrogacy rather than adoption following near-death birth experience and health struggles.
Polluted Air Tied to Alzheimer's Risk in Millions of Americans
New research reveals that nearly half of Americans breathe polluted air, with fine particulate matter (PM2.5) increasing Alzheimer's risk by up to 11%, particularly in stroke survivors.
Rural Washington Hospital Struggles with Cross-Border Charity Care
Newport Hospital near Idaho reports 43% charity care increase, with nearly half going to out-of-state patients under Washington's expanded healthcare law, threatening rural hospital viability.
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The Privilege of Sharing Final Days with Dying Friends
A poignant reflection on the raw intimacy and honesty that emerges when visiting terminally ill friends, revealing how confronting mortality strips away pretense and creates profound connections.
Guardian Corrects NHS GPs and Prosecution Role Errors
The Guardian has issued corrections regarding NHS GPs in England and the director of public prosecutions, clarifying factual inaccuracies in recent articles and providing contact details for complaints.
RFK Jr: Sauerkraut Could Be Key to Kids' Mental Wellbeing
Robert F Kennedy Jr advocates fermented foods like sauerkraut to combat childhood anxiety, citing gut-brain research showing mood benefits from microbiome health.
Air Pollution Directly Increases Alzheimer's Risk, Study Finds
A major study of 27.8 million older Americans finds long-term exposure to PM2.5 air pollution directly increases Alzheimer's risk, independent of other health conditions.
Family Accuses Canada's Assisted Dying Laws of Harming Vulnerable
A Canadian family alleges that medical assistance in dying (MAID) laws led to their son's death, claiming the system fails to protect disabled and mentally ill individuals.
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Intermittent Fasting No Better for Weight Loss, Review Finds
A major international review by the Cochrane Collaboration reveals intermittent fasting is no more effective for weight loss than traditional diets or doing nothing, based on analysis of 22 studies.
RFK Jr's Keto 'Cure' Claim for Schizophrenia Debunked
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. promotes unproven claim that ketogenic diets cure schizophrenia, while scientists caution evidence only shows symptom improvement.
Elizabeth Hurley's LYMA Laser PRO Skin Transformation Revealed
Actress Elizabeth Hurley shares her positive experience with the LYMA Laser PRO, noting visible improvements in sun damage after consistent three-month use.
Aesthetic Shift: From Fillers to Regenerative Treatments
The injectables market is booming, projected to reach £11.7 billion by 2026, with a notable move away from obvious fillers towards subtle, regenerative approaches focused on natural skin health.
Experts Propose 'Profound Autism' Diagnosis for High Needs
An international panel recommends a new 'profound autism' diagnosis for autistic children aged eight and over with minimal language, low IQ, and requiring constant supervision to improve services and funding.
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Fostering Target Brings Hope for Thousands of Children
Dr Krish Kandiah shares his personal fostering journey and welcomes new political targets to create 10,000 foster care places, inspired by successful schemes.
Leo Sproson Gets Stem Cell Transplant After Mirror Donor Appeal
Sixteen-year-old leukaemia patient Leo Sproson is set for a second chance at life with a stem cell transplant on Wednesday, following a successful donor search sparked by a Mirror campaign.
Jesse Jackson Dies at 84 After Battle with Rare Neurological Disorder
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has passed away at age 84, following a diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare neurological condition affecting movement and balance.
Top 3 Affordable US Cities for Retirement Healthcare (17.02.2026)
Discover Pittsburgh, Omaha, and Des Moines as prime retirement destinations offering award-winning hospitals and below-average living costs, crucial for managing healthcare expenses in later life.
Alison Hammond's Fitness: Pilates and Circuits for Weight Maintenance
This Morning host Alison Hammond reveals her exercise routine of Reformer Pilates and early-morning circuit classes to maintain her 11-stone weight loss, while explaining her avoidance of weight loss jabs.
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Measles Outbreak Sparks Mandatory Vaccine Debate
As measles cases surge in England, experts warn of serious health risks and call for action. The Mirror asks readers: Should the measles vaccine be mandatory?
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