AI voice analysis could screen millions for type 2 diabetes
Scientists developed an AI that detects type 2 diabetes from a 20-second voice recording, potentially screening millions via smartphone.
Category : Public Health
Woman, 72, Donates Kidney to Stranger: 'It Was a No-Brainer'
Kate Clarkson, 72, from Poynton, donated a kidney altruistically in 2012 after being moved by a remembrance service. She says she has no regrets and hopes her story inspires others.
Toddler, 2, euthanised in first case of its kind
A two-year-old child was euthanised in the Netherlands after severe irreversible conditions, in the first known case involving a child under 12 who was not an infant.
Battery caused fatal fire that killed mum and three children
A lithium-ion battery ignited and caused a house fire in Bootle, Merseyside, killing Elisha Brabin, 36, and her three children, police confirmed.
North East households urged to save water as reservoirs low
Northumbrian Water urges North East households to save water as reservoir levels remain below average, with Kielder at 74% and Weardale at 51%.
Bootle fire deaths caused by lithium-ion battery failure
A lithium-ion battery that suffered a catastrophic failure caused the Bootle house fire that killed Elisha Brabin, 36, and her three children, investigators found.
Towel trick can slash blood pressure by 7 points
A neuroscientist says a simple towel-squeezing exercise, done for 36 minutes a week, can lower blood pressure by seven points without needing a gym or cardio.
Bootle fire: Lithium battery caused fatal blaze killing mum and kids
Investigators confirmed a lithium-ion battery caused the Bootle house fire that killed Elisha Brabin and her three children, prompting safety warnings.
Llanelli hospital bans visitors as scabies outbreak worsens
Visitors have been told to stay away from Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli due to an ongoing scabies outbreak, with wards closed and some appointments affected.
Doctor: Add cheap chia seeds to meals for better heart health
Dr Corne Hurter says chia seeds, oily fish and quinoa can boost heart health. More than 8 million people in the UK live with cardiovascular disease.
Bootle fire that killed mum and 3 children caused by battery
A lithium-ion battery caused the Bootle house fire that killed Elisha Brabin, 36, and her children Leo, 16, Ellis, 8, and Prudence, 7, on September 20.
10 conditions eligible for free flu jab from October 1
From October 1, adults 65+, people with certain long-term conditions, and care home residents can get a free NHS flu jab. Ten specific health conditions qualify.
West Nile virus outbreak hits 16 European countries
A potentially lethal West Nile virus outbreak has been reported across 16 European countries, including Spain, with six nations seeing significant cases and deaths.
GP explains real reason kids get flu nasal spray instead of jab
A GP has explained why children receive the flu vaccine as a nasal spray rather than an injection, revealing the science behind the method.
EastEnders' Denise devastated as Darnell isn't stem-cell match
Denise Fox's hopes are crushed in EastEnders when half-brother Darnell reveals he isn't a stem-cell match, leaving her to question continuing chemo.
Fake weight loss jab crackdowns soar 684% as health at risk
Monthly enforcement actions against illicit GLP-1 listings surged 684% between February and July 2026, with experts warning consumers' health could be 'at risk'.
Dr Eric Berg warns of long-term Omeprazole use dangers
Dr Eric Berg warns that a quarter of PPI users, including Omeprazole, take them for over a year, risking magnesium depletion and other side effects.
UK households urged to switch on extractor fan while cooking
Experts say switching on the kitchen extractor fan while cooking is the easiest way to prevent moisture build-up, as damp and mould worsen in colder weather.
Corrie's Sally Dynevor urges mammograms after own cancer
Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor, a breast cancer survivor, urged fans to attend mammograms after sharing her latest scan on Instagram.
Blood pressure, statins and iron pills trigger prescribing cascades
A BMJ study of 2.3 million people found common medications like blood pressure drugs, statins and iron supplements can trigger 'prescribing cascades', where side effects are mistaken for new conditions and lead to unnecessary prescriptions.
Doctor reveals five stretches that can reverse tinnitus
A doctor says five simple stretches can reverse tinnitus. Dr Clint Steele, a brain-based chiropractor in Maine, US, explains the routine targeting jaw and neck muscles.
GP: What good end of life care should look like
Dr Azeem Majeed explains how to approach end of life care conversations, what support is available and how to plan ahead.
Knotty Ash woman's warning sign that told her she needed help quickly
Pat Ward, 70, from Knotty Ash, suffered a heart attack on her way to work at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and was saved by colleagues' swift actions.
GLP-1 Hair Loss: Expert Insights and Advice
About 20 million people take GLP-1 drugs. A survey found 20% experience hair shedding. Experts explain causes and prevention.
DWP confirms five pensioner groups miss Winter Fuel Payment
The DWP has confirmed five groups of state pensioners who will not receive a Winter Fuel Payment from October 2026, despite the £35,000 earnings limit.
Bruno Fernandes injury update gives Michael Carrick boost
Bruno Fernandes may not be out for long, with Portugal boss Jorge Jesus hopeful of having the Manchester United captain fit for their Nations League clash with Denmark.
Mary Berry advises storing eggs in the fridge for freshness
Mary Berry recommends storing eggs in the fridge in their box, pointed end down, to keep them fresh and prevent bacteria.
EastEnders: Darnell crushes Denise's stem cell match hopes
Denise Fox's hopes are shattered in EastEnders when Darnell reveals he is not a close enough stem cell match, leaving her questioning whether to continue treatment.
Eye condition cases predicted to soar by 24%, experts warn
The College of Optometrists predicts age-related macular degeneration will rise by 24%, glaucoma by 16% and cataracts by 17% over the next decade.
UK aid cuts threaten Sierra Leone newborn care: Harewood
UK funding for Sierra Leone's newborn care programme will end in December 2026, two years early. David Harewood urges reversal, citing survival gains.
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