Injuries and Ailments

Your eyeliner and mascara may be more dangerous than you think, data shows

The familiar tubes sitting on your bathroom shelf are sending people to the emergency room more often than you would guess.

Child ended up in hospital after playing with toy sold with syringes and needles

A popular children’s toy is now facing closer scrutiny. Several findings have raised concerns about whether the products are safe for children.

Postpartum body changes that may catch you by surprise

Giving birth is only the beginning of the body’s physical adjustment. In the following weeks and months, changing...

Many women still have significant pain months after a C-section, and most are not warned

A global evidence review of nearly 28,000 women finds the aftermath of a cesarean can drag on for years, disrupting sleep, mood and daily life.

A bargain eyelid lift abroad may cost you the ability to close your eyes

UK surgeons and the CDC are warning that bargain cosmetic surgery trips can leave patients with complications the original clinic is rarely able to fix.

Your eyeliner and mascara may be more dangerous than you think, data shows

The familiar tubes sitting on your bathroom shelf are sending people to the emergency room more often than you would guess.

Child ended up in hospital after playing with toy sold with syringes and needles

A popular children’s toy is now facing closer scrutiny. Several findings have raised concerns about whether the products are safe for children.

Postpartum body changes that may catch you by surprise

Giving birth is only the beginning of the body’s physical adjustment. In the following weeks and months, changing...

Many women still have significant pain months after a C-section, and most are not warned

A global evidence review of nearly 28,000 women finds the aftermath of a cesarean can drag on for years, disrupting sleep, mood and daily life.

Millions take Omeprazole — but few know about this challenge

Experts say some people may experience returning symptoms and unexpected challenges when trying to stop Omeprazole after long-term use.

That ringing in your ears may be telling you something important

Experts say a persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears could be one of the earliest warning signs of hearing loss, even before noticeable hearing problems begin.

Popular blood pressure drug raises new kidney concerns

A commonly prescribed blood pressure drug is now under scrutiny after researchers found a possible link to worsening kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes.

Scientists raise questions over nitrate in drinking water after dementia link found

A major study of more than 54,000 people has found that nitrate from drinking water may be linked to a higher risk of dementia, while nitrate from vegetables was associated with a lower risk.

Doctors warn: These symptoms could point to ovarian cancer

Many women experience symptoms long before an ovarian cancer diagnosis is made. Here are eight warning signs that doctors say should not be ignored.When...

New discovery could give doctors a five-year head start against lung cancer

Researchers have identified a blood signature that may predict lung cancer risk more than five years before diagnosis, raising hopes for earlier detection and prevention.