A landmark Oxford University review of 123,940 patients finds statins do not cause most feared side-effects like memory loss or depression, urging immediate updates to drug information leaflets to prevent unnecessary treatment avoidance.
Changes to the state pension age starting in May will leave thousands of unpaid carers facing a £7,011 shortfall, with women disproportionately affected by the policy shift.
South West Water has pleaded guilty to supplying water unfit for human consumption after a cryptosporidiosis outbreak sickened over 100 people in Brixham, Devon, with lasting health impacts.
Chinese research identifies 7 hours 18 minutes as optimal sleep duration to reduce insulin resistance and blood pressure risks, with weekend catch-up sleep warnings.
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Research reveals sleep tracking apps can worsen stress for people with insomnia, with younger users more affected. Experts advise turning off notifications if anxious.
Six British nationals have died after contracting severe gastric illnesses while holidaying in Cape Verde, with legal action launched and health warnings issued.
New research from York University finds prolonged sitting increases dementia likelihood by 27%, while regular exercise and proper sleep significantly reduce risk.
Linda Clark, mother of BBC Radio 2 host Rylan, has fractured her shoulder after slipping on ice outside her Essex home. Fans rush to send support as she recovers.
A dangerous rotavirus outbreak is spreading across California and the U.S., with infants and young children most at risk. Federal vaccine recommendation changes could worsen the situation.
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Planned Parenthood has voluntarily dismissed its lawsuit challenging Trump administration Medicaid funding cuts to abortion providers, following unfavourable court rulings.
The DWP has announced that PIP award lengths will be extended from April 2026 to reduce backlogs, with new claimants aged 25+ getting minimum three-year awards.
NHS doctors urge anyone with a persistent chesty cough producing phlegm to see their GP as soon as possible. It could be a sign of COPD, a serious lung condition affecting 600,000 undiagnosed Brits.
Health experts reveal spraying perfume on the neck can cause serious skin discolouration from UV reactions, not hormonal issues as viral claims suggested. Dermatologists recommend safer application methods.
Analysis reveals how private equity investments in weight-loss clinics and treatments intersect with the UK
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New research from UK universities reveals Covid lockdowns significantly slowed development of executive functions in young children, with reception-age pupils most affected.
A landmark review in The Lancet finds no significant increased risk of memory loss, depression, or fatigue from statins, urging updated patient information to boost uptake.
A new report warns that recruiting nurses from abroad must be equitable across the NHS, not just favouring wealthy trusts, to address staffing shortages fairly.
New data reveals 15% of over-65s accessed private healthcare in the past year, with 71% funding it from savings or disposable income, highlighting a shift in later-life care planning.
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New research identifies sleeping seven hours and 18 minutes nightly as ideal for blood sugar control, with weekend catch-up sleep beneficial only in moderation for those with weekday sleep debt.
New research reveals sleeping exactly seven hours and 18 minutes nightly lowers insulin resistance, a key factor in type 2 diabetes development, with weekend catch-up sleep offering benefits.
New Zealand halts new puberty blocker prescriptions for transgender youth, citing insufficient evidence. Critics warn of devastating mental health impacts. Read the full story.
Former ICU nurse Julie McFadden urges families to discuss end-of-life care now. Her five-step guide can ease fears and clarify final wishes. Don
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A former hospice nurse turned doctor shares a viral story of a terminally ill patient who suddenly walked and spoke lucidly just hours before passing away, describing the phenomenon known as a
Naomi Butcher, a 60-year-old nurse from West Sussex, has been removed from the nursing register after making insensitive bets about a patient
Kate Sullivan, a mental health nurse at Glanrhyd Hospital, has been struck off for gross misconduct including sexual activity on duty, undeclared relationships, and patient boundary violations.
The NHS urges caution for millions using NSAIDs for osteoarthritis. Learn about key side effects, who is at risk, and safe alternatives for joint pain management.
The NHS urges patients with osteoarthritis to discuss NSAID use with their GP due to potential side effects. Over 10 million in the UK live with arthritis. Learn about risks and alternatives.
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The NHS is urging millions across the UK to book a cervical screening test that takes just ten minutes and could prevent cervical cancer by detecting high-risk HPV.
