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.

Study suggests common infection may be linked to Alzheimer’s

A common respiratory infection may be more closely linked to Alzheimer’s disease than previously thought, according to new research.

How to protect your skin during winter, according to an expert

Cold air and wind can quietly damage your skin barrier, but a few simple changes can help prevent long-term harm.

NHS highlights rare skin risk linked to Lansoprazole

Health officials warn that long-term use of a common heartburn medication may, in rare cases, trigger a serious sun-sensitive skin condition.

Research explores connection between energy drinks and liver damage

Energy drinks are often marketed as a quick way to boost focus and performance. However, research and case reports suggest that frequent and excessive...

Common reasons pain symptoms worsen at bedtime

As night falls and distractions fade, subtle aches can intensify and reveal what your body has been holding back all day.

Viagra and shingles vaccine show promise in Alzheimer’s research

Researchers are turning to familiar medicines, including Viagra and a shingles vaccine, in a bid to accelerate progress against Alzheimer’s disease.