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We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. Dementia describes clusters of symptoms associated with brain decline that get progressively worse over time. Common signs of dementia include impaired concentration, memory loss and confusion. The goal of research is to

We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. Heart attacks happen when an artery supplying your heart with blood and oxygen becomes blocked. The primary cause of a blockage is cholesterol; a fatty deposit found in your blood. The cardiovascular

Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer. Around 47,000 people are diagnosed with the condition every year in the UK. There are usually no signs or symptoms in the early stages of lung cancer. But a face that appears more swollen can be an indicator. Lung cancer can cause

Parkinson’s disease is caused by a loss of nerve cells in the part of the brain called the substantia nigra. Nerve cells in this part of the brain are responsible for producing a chemical called dopamine. As the NHS explains, dopamine acts as a messenger between the parts of the brain and nervous system that

Type 2 diabetes is believed to be far more prevalent than the official estimates in the UK. That’s because hundreds of thousands of people are predicted to be living with it without realising. The reason for this discrepancy is in part down to the absence of symptoms. Symptoms can be subtle or non-existent in the

Vitamin B12 is a crucial ingredient for the healthy running of the body, as it’s needed to make red blood cells. Signs of a deficiency can develop very slowly, so it may be difficult to diagnose the condition. Feeling any of these two signs on the body could indicate a deficiency. As vitamin B12 is

Type 2 diabetes belongs to a club of conditions that seem benign at first because they do not produce any symptoms initially. Like high blood pressure, diabetes can inflict serious damage to the body if left untreated. Understanding the faulty mechanisms involved in diabetes helps to explain the ways the body may eventually signal the

TUESDAY, Sept. 22, 2020 — Four in 10 health care workers who test positive for COVID-19 don’t have symptoms, which means they could unknowingly spread the disease to co-workers and patients, researchers say. For the new study, the research team reviewed 97 studies that included more than 230,000 health care workers in 24 countries. Rates

A 25-year-old man now relies on a wheelchair after his symptoms of a severe health condition were misdiagnosed as anxiety for years. Zachary Moyer, from Kansas City, Missouri, started struggling with his health when he was just six years old. He would get sore throats, severe earaches, bad coughs and fevers, with no known cause.

Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis. Both forms of arthritis can cause painful swelling and stiffness in the joints. The main difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is the cause behind the joint symptoms. Osteoarthritis is

Type 2 diabetes affects around one in 16 people in the UK with 3.9 million people living with the condition. Left untreated, dangerous health complications could ensue this is why it’s so pertinent to have the ability to spot the potential warning signs and if your breath smells like this, you could be in danger.

Steve Pemberton, 52, an actor and writer, made a name for himself in shows such as Benidorm, Doctor Who, Shameless, Happy Valley and Blackpool. Steve revealed he was only 25 when he suffered a heart attack while working for a theatre company in Germany. What are the symptoms of the condition to look out for? READ

Although social distancing is crucial in thwarting the spread of COVID-19, isolation and the ensuing loneliness may be severely detrimental for older adults. A new study conducted by researchers at Bar-Ilan University and the University of Haifa has linked COVID-19-based loneliness in older adults with elevated psychiatric symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms that

Arthritis comes in many forms but the most common in the UK is osteoarthritis, which affects nearly nine million people. Osteoarthritis initially affects the smooth cartilage lining of the joint. This makes movement more difficult than usual, leading to pain and stiffness. READ MORE How to avoid arthritis: This activity could prevent bone problems There

Coronavirus updated cases around the world sits at 3.5 million infections and 284,000 deaths. In a glimmer of hope during this pandemic, 1.13 million people have recovered from COVID-19. Thanks in part, to efficient medical care, no underlying health conditions and spotting their symptoms early. What makes COVID-19 such a destructive virus is that there

Vitamin B12 is needed to help keep the body’s nerve and blood cells healthy and helps to make DNA, the genetic material in all cells. The nutrient is found naturally in a wide variety of animal foods and is added to some fortified foods. Not getting enough vitamin B12 in the diet is one of

Coronavirus latest updates include 616 victims announced today. This brings the total number of COVID-19 fatalities in the UK to 18,763. In latest news, another 4,583 people have tested positive for the deadly virus in the past 24 hours, meaning 138,078 cases have now been diagnosed. The government initially hoped to keep the number of COVID-19 victims

Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific part of the body grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Cancer can be life-threatening but lifestyle interventions can be taken to improve your chances of survival. READ MORE Coronavirus news: Expert warns of 50,000 extra cancer

Coronavirus now affects every walk of life with people being told to stay at home, self-isolate and monitor any unusual symptoms. The most common and well-known symptoms of coronavirus includes fever, cough and shortness of breath. There have been other reported signs such as loss of taste and smell or even possibly a loss of hearing. There

Coronavirus has now killed 289 people in the UK, which includes a person aged 18 with an underlying health condition. Amid the rising death toll Prime Minister Boris Johnson has issued a stark warning: the open air does not provide immunity. Implicit in his warning is a plea for people to stay indoors where they