New Africa/Shutterstock Many people across cultures grow up hearing that cold weather makes you sick. Going outside without a coat, breathing in cold air, sleeping in a chilly room, getting caught in cold rain or snow, or simply feeling chilled are often blamed for causing colds or flu. This beliefContinue Reading
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New Africa/Shutterstock.com For one in five people, losing a pet has been more distressing than losing a human loved one. New research has revealed that 21% of those who experienced both types of bereavement found their pet’s death harder to bear. The findings challenge how society views pet loss. It’sContinue Reading
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H_Ko/Shutterstock Huntington’s disease (HD) has long been impossible to cure, but new research is finally giving fresh hope. HD is a progressive, hereditary brain disease that affects movement, cognition and emotions. Doctors often diagnose HD when people show clear movement problems, typically around 30-50 years of age, after which patientsContinue Reading
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Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email New analysis suggests overseas cosmetic and obesity surgeries are costing the NHS up to £20,000 per patient when complications arise. AContinue Reading
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