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.

Common pain complaints and when to seek medical help

Some types of pain may seem ordinary at first, but doctors warn they can signal serious health problems if the signs are overlooked.

New guidelines update how high blood pressure is treated

New medical guidelines encourage earlier action to prevent the long-term risks of high blood pressure.

Research suggests many dementia cases may be preventable

Researchers say everyday health choices may play a far greater role in dementia risk than previously believed.

Pharmacist warns against crushing tablets before use

A simple habit meant to make medicine easier to take could be changing how your treatment works.

Research highlights potential target for osteoarthritis treatment

For millions living with stiff and painful joints, new research is quietly reshaping how scientists think about aging and mobility.

How early-life factors may shape colon cancer risk decades later

Doctors are uncovering evidence that colon cancer risk may begin far earlier in life than previously believed.