“The worst scenario would be a new variant appearing that is both more virulent and capable of evading our immune system due to excessive mutation.”Kinane…
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Smoking singletons three times more likely to not get a date than non-smokers
More men admitted to swiping left on women seen smoking cigarettes on their profiles (42 percent compared to 36 percent), and also when they were…
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Monkeypox latest: Cases confirmed in more countries – full list of countries affected
“You can also catch it through coughs or sneezes, and from touching clothing, towels or bedding used by someone who is infected,” added Mr Abdeh.The…
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NHS doctors to stop issuing prescriptions for 35 minor medical conditions – what are they?
The NHS has announced plans to scrap prescriptions for 35 conditions in a bid to save the money it spends on drugs available over-the-counter. The…
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Joint pain – is it arthritis or lupus? How to tell the difference between the two
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation within a joint. Meanwhile, lupus is a less prevalent affliction that causes skin rashes and…
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Monkeypox: UKHSA asks ‘everyone’ to be on alert for rash around the mouth and genitals
What’s more, swelling of the lymph nodes is a prominent characteristic of monkeypox, which is less commonly seen with smallpox.The rare viral infection, which kills…
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Diabetes symptoms: Increased thirst and hunger can indicate the condition
Nevertheless, it says untreated diabetes affects many major organs, including your heart, blood vessels, nerves, eyes and kidneys. The NHS notes there are no lifestyle…
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Dementia: Two predictors of developing dementia in later life – ‘a critical time point’
Published on Wednesday, May 18, the research paper highlights that poor vascular health can affect blood flow to the brain, thereby damaging cells irreparably. In…
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Breast cancer: Infertile men are at risk of developing the tumour
Breast cancer in women is one of the four most common cancers in the UK alongside prostate, bowel, and lung cancer. Breast cancer in men…
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High cholesterol: Symptoms of high levels may include hammertoe
One thing these conditions have in common is they cause an imbalance in the muscle, tendons, or ligaments that normally hold the toe straight. Changing…
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Dementia symptoms: Signs include agitation, anxiety and elation
This is based on the estimated prevalence levels of people with dementia (756,719) compared to those who have been formally registered as having the disease…
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Cancer symptoms: Four signs in the legs may be among first clues of the disease
Cancer is a disease of the cells and organs that is fast-spreading by nature. One surefire way to treat the condition is to catch it…
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