Stomach bloating: A life-sustaining reflex could cause a bloated belly

Trapped air in the body can contribute to the discomfort associated with gas – a bloated, stretch and uncomfortable tummy. In order to combat this, it’ll help to know what caused it in the first place. Brigham Health assured that “bloating doesn’t necessarily mean there is something wrong with digestion”. Intestinal gas is made up […]

Coronavirus update: Major difference between COVID-19 and flu you need to know

Winter is traditionally a time with colds and flu are rife. And with a further 3,497 cases of coronavirus being announced in the UK, there are fears the virus too will surge when the seasons change, sparking a second wave. Some experts have suggested telling the difference between flu and coronavirus is essential for treatment.  So […]

Breast cancer breakthrough: Blood test hope for better treatments

The plasmaMATCH trial has given the strongest evidence yet that the “liquid biopsies” are reliable enough to be offered to patients on the NHS once it has passed approval. The move raises the prospect of a major overhaul of patient care that could get them the best available drugs more rapidly than at present. Study […]