health

Great-grandfather, 82, is one of the first to have an artificial ankle made from BULLETPROOF VESTS

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A great-grandfather who was barely able to walk due to his crippling osteoarthritis is one of the first in the UK to receive an artificial ankle made from the plastic fibres used in bulletproof vests. Neil Shuttleworth’s problems began several years ago when he tore ligaments in his left ankle after stepping into a pothole on … Read more

Alzheimer’s may affect TWICE as many people as expected

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Alzheimer’s may affect TWICE as many people as believed after study claims millions more may have toxic brain changes thought to cause the memory-robbing disorder A Mayo Clinic researcher said dementia symptoms should not be the first sign He said many more people have biological signs of Alzheimer’s before noticing Diagnosing people earlier may improve … Read more

Scientists create drugs to keep the skin youthful by boosting levels of a crucial protein

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Saggy, wrinkled faces could soon be a thing of the past as researchers have identified a key mechanism of how skin ages. A key protein compound which could represent ‘a new anti-ageing intervention’ has been discovered by scientists. Two drugs have been created which offer hope that a fountain of youth could be developed in … Read more

Scientists warn switching from gadget-to-gadget may be behind rising obesity rates

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How constantly looking at your phone and the TV could be making you obese: Switching from gadget to gadget can impair self-control and make it harder to resist temptation ‘Media multitasking’ reduces function in the brain region linked to temptation  Those who check their phones a lot spend more time in ‘food points-of-sale’ Researchers warn ‘media … Read more

Daily 20-minute walk in the outdoors among nature cuts stress

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Daily 20-minute walk in the outdoors among nature dramatically lowers stress levels and boosts wellbeing, study finds Regular walk could cut levels of stress hormone, cortisol, by about 10 per cent Research project was led by Dr MaryCarol Hunter, of the University of Michigan  She said: ‘Getting out of an office block and sitting next … Read more

Massachusetts confirms first measles case as national outbreak keeps spreading

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Massachusetts health officials have confirmed the state’s first measles case this year as the outbreak continues to spread across the US.  The patient, who has not been identified, was diagnosed with the infectious disease on Sunday and may have exposed others in the greater Boston area, according to a release from the Massachusetts Department of Public … Read more

FDA to impose stricter limits on fluoride in bottled water – but some say it’s STILL too high

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FDA to impose stricter limits on fluoride in bottled water – but some health officials say it’s STILL too high putting us at risk of bone disease and neurological problems The FDA has proposed lowering the allowable level of fluoride in bottled water to 0.7 milligrams per liter It’s slightly lower than the currently allowed 0.8 … Read more

Fascinating picture shows anti-ageing drugs really do work

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A fascinating picture of two very different mice shows anti-ageing drugs really do work.  Scientists gave the youth-enhancing medication to mice, with some of the rodents being left with glossy fur and bright eyes. This is a stark contrast from the frail, tired-looking mice who did not receive the drugs – and could easily be … Read more

Woman claims doctors accused her of ‘secretly eating’ due to condition which led to 8st weight gain

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An avid swimmer claims doctors accused her of ‘secret eating’ when a medical condition saw her pile on eight stone of fat. Clodagh Moane was only diagnosed with lipoedema in January, after spending 18 months trying to convince doctors the extra fat was not her fault. Her legs and arms started to balloon in 2017, … Read more