Wegovy pill user loses 12lbs in six weeks, no side effects
Lauren Carrigher, 35, one of the first in the UK to try the Wegovy weight loss pill, lost 12lbs in six weeks with no side effects, after struggling to shift two stone.
Category : Health
NHS watchdog warns AI scribes can get drug names wrong
AI scribes used by doctors can misrecord drug names and diagnoses, NHS watchdog warns, urging caution with the tools.
Pharmacist warns against sleeping pills on flights
A pharmacist warns that taking sleeping pills before a flight can increase deep vein thrombosis risk, worsen jet lag, and cause stronger effects at altitude.
Autumn skin reset: 3 expert-approved steps for post-summer skin
From repairing your post-summer skin barrier to keeping up SPF, London skin experts share three simple steps for an effective autumn reset.
Agony Aunt: How to Help a Friend in a Toxic Relationship
A reader asks how to stop a friend from chasing a married, rude man. Jane advises stepping back and prioritising your own wellbeing, as the friend is an adult with her own choices.
Pharmacist warns against sleeping pills on flights over DVT risk
Pharmacist Seema Khatri warns that taking sleeping pills before a flight can increase deep vein thrombosis risk, worsen jet lag and cause breathing difficulties at altitude.
NHS free cholesterol tests in pharmacies to cut strokes and heart attacks
Free cholesterol tests are being offered at high-street pharmacies across England to identify people at risk of heart attacks and strokes, NHS England announced.
NHS expands seven-minute cholesterol tests to pharmacies
NHS England is rolling out seven-minute finger-prick cholesterol tests at high street pharmacies to spot high cholesterol earlier in people aged 40 to 84.
Ireland's Maternity Care: A Missed Opportunity for Safe State Care
Ireland's maternity care system fails to ensure safe, state-funded birth for all, despite promises of universal coverage and pay.
NHS warns women on 5 common medicines to check while breastfeeding
The NHS advises breastfeeding women to check five everyday medicines, including aspirin and codeine, as they may be told to stop taking them.
Paid leave for parents of seriously ill children urged
Dame Rachel de Souza urges the government to introduce 12 weeks of paid parental leave for parents of seriously ill children, backed by Hugh's Law campaign.
Woman told she was allergic to weather had blood cancer
A woman who had a cough for years was told she was 'allergic to the weather' before being diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukaemia, a rare blood cancer.
USDA shelves cyclospora research projects amid funding cuts
The US Department of Agriculture has shelved research projects on cyclospora, a parasite linked to foodborne illness outbreaks, due to funding cuts. The decision affects ongoing studies into the parasite's transmission and prevention, raising concerns abo
NHS two-week warning over common acid reflux drug omeprazole
The NHS has warned people not to take omeprazole for longer than two weeks if bought without a prescription, and to see a GP if symptoms persist.
Neville Southall health update: Everton legend reveals illness
Neville Southall, 67, announced he is taking a break from X due to ill health, prompting an outpouring of support from fans and former colleagues.
Neville Southall Gets Support After Health Update
Premier League icon Neville Southall, 67, announced he is unwell on social media, sparking an outpouring of support from the football community.
Robin Brown obituary: Pioneering autism researcher dies
Robin Brown, a pioneering autism researcher whose work reshaped understanding of the condition, has died aged 78, his family announced.
Emmerdale's Jeff Hordley: gardening helps my anxiety
Emmerdale star Jeff Hordley says gardening at his allotment with wife Zoe Henry helps him de-stress when feeling anxious, and has helped him manage Crohn's disease without medication.
Man, 41, superglues penis shut, needs 10cm block removed
A 41-year-old man in Iran who dripped superglue into his urethra to stop bladder leaks needed surgery to remove a 10cm hardened block after it left him unable to urinate.
Weekend lie-ins may reduce heart disease risk, study finds
A large study suggests catching up on sleep at weekends could lower the risk of heart disease by up to a fifth, offering potential benefits for those who miss sleep during the week.
Weekend lie-ins may lower blood pressure risk, study finds
A seven-year study of 41,000 adults found that weekend lie-ins, especially around 1 hour 27 minutes, are linked to a lower risk of high blood pressure.
Woman lost 6 stone after needing seatbelt extender on flight
Tracey Mcavoy lost six stone with the Simple app after asking for an extendable seatbelt on a flight. She weighed 22.5 stone and now feels healthier and happier.
Huyton dad's mental health struggle inspires CLRTY community
Tom Kelly, 35, from Huyton, who nearly reached breaking point after his son's premature birth, has launched CLRTY, a community to help men talk before crisis.
The Lost Art of Guilt-Free Sunday Relaxation
Sundays were once a day of rest, but modern pressures have turned them into a source of anxiety. Rediscovering guilt-free relaxation could improve wellbeing and productivity.
Dad with rare cancer won't see daughter start school
Matthew Webley, 37, with terminal FAP cancer, says he won't see his 17-month-old daughter start primary school, after 22 operations and losing his brother to the same condition.
Diarrhea: When to see a doctor and how to treat it at home
Most diarrhea resolves on its own with hydration. Know when to seek care, what to eat, and safe symptom relief.
NCA warned urgent action needed over patient care backlog
Northern Care Alliance faces urgent need to address patient care issues, with a backlog of around 430 complaints and a formal warning notice over surgical services.
Therapist Explains Why Some Couples Should Divorce
A therapist reveals why ending a marriage is sometimes the right advice, challenging the assumption that saving the relationship is always the goal.
Busy Philipps reveals rare brain tumour diagnosis
Busy Philipps, 47, shared hospital bed photos after revealing a rare brain tumour diagnosis. The actress had surgery in March and again after a staph infection, and says she is now recovered.
Molly-Mae's Tatcha cream sells every minute
Molly-Mae Hague's favourite Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream, a £69 'line-plumping' moisturiser, sells every minute and has over 7,300 reviews with a 4.8-star rating.
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