Doctor says coronavirus ‘will get worse before it gets better’ The long-term health consequences of COVID-19 remain largely unclear. Many people are experiencing unusual and painful symptoms even after infection. Scientists have pinpointed both muscle weakness and fatigue as being the two dominant symptoms troubling survivors of the novel coronavirus. In a study published in Lancet, […]
Symptoms of debilitating bone disease osteoporosis explained Tamzin Outhwaite, 50, is an actress, presenter and narrator. Since coming to national notice for portraying the role of Mel Owen in the BBC soap EastEnders, the star has gone on to make even more of a name for herself by starring in a number of theatre and television […]
The important symptoms of bladder cancer to remember Bladder cancer is where a growth of abnormal tissue, known as a tumour, develops in the bladder lining. The bladder is part of the urinary system, which filters waste products out of your blood and makes urine. In some cases, the tumour spreads into the bladder muscle. […]
Scientists in the US have found that the more physical activity people do in midlife the better their brain health in later life. The scientific publication, Neurology, has reported the results today. The researchers looked at 1,604 volunteers taking part in an existing study, to see if there was a link between activity levels and […]
Lorraine: Helen Flanagan reveals she suffered with hyperemesis Helen Flanagan, best known for playing Rosie Webster in ITV’s Coronation Street, is currently in her third trimester, but revealed she struggled at the beginning of her pregnancy with hyperemesis gravidarum. The condition is characterised by excessive nausea and vomiting, and often required hospital treatment. When asked […]
Workout in the garden: Exercises you can do with a partner Exercise is crucial in maintaining good physical and mental health. Britons have been asked to ‘Stay At Home’ for a third time to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the UK. This has increased pressure on most people to keep slim and avoid gaining […]
For most of her life, Mary Woodka-Ullery was “nutritionally naïve.” Born in 1950 after World War II, her family believed that “a chubby kid was a healthy kid,” and a sign that they could afford to feed her well — which they did, filling her up on homemade breads, noodles and candy. That lack of […]
A health care venture conceived by Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan to attack soaring costs is dissolving. Haven, which was formed in 2018 by the three U.S. corporate giants, will cease operations by the end of February, a company spokeswoman said Monday. She gave no reason for the dissolution of the venture. The independent company […]
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to keep much of the population in their homes for most of the day, it’s taking a toll on our collective mental health. In Baltimore, calls to the city’s crisis hotline have doubled during the pandemic and Sheppard Pratt Health System, one of the nation’s leading mental health care providers, […]
The National Autistic Society explains the signs of autism Known as a spectrum condition, people with autism have different strengths and weaknesses. Many autistic people lead independent lives with jobs and relationships, but may require additional support. According to Autism Anglia – a charity devoted to enhancing the lives of autistic people – lots of […]
