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These cancer symptoms are often mistaken for signs of aging or stress

Many people assume changes in their bodies are simply caused by aging or stress and therefore do not react straight away. An oncologist is urging people to pay close...

New research: Gut bacteria may influence your weight

New research suggests that the bacteria in the gut may influence several of the body's functions.

Can a 10-second finger exercise reduce the risk of dementia? Expert weighs in

A new social media trend promises a healthier brain with a simple finger exercise.

Hot weather can affect your medication – here’s how to store it

High temperatures can affect the storage of certain types of medication. Health experts are therefore urging people to take extra care during periods of hot weather.

The silent bone condition affecting millions worldwide

A common condition could be weakening your bones years before you notice.

These cancer symptoms are often mistaken for signs of aging or stress

Many people assume changes in their bodies are simply caused by aging or stress and therefore do not react straight away. An oncologist is urging people to pay close...

New research: Gut bacteria may influence your weight

New research suggests that the bacteria in the gut may influence several of the body's functions.

Can a 10-second finger exercise reduce the risk of dementia? Expert weighs in

A new social media trend promises a healthier brain with a simple finger exercise.

Hot weather can affect your medication – here’s how to store it

High temperatures can affect the storage of certain types of medication. Health experts are therefore urging people to take extra care during periods of hot weather.

Study finds close contact does not always result in influenza infection

New research shows that influenza does not always spread, even when people are in close proximity.

Trump responds to speculation over bruises on his hands

Questions about the president’s health are once again dominating the public debate. An interview offers insight into how he himself responds to the attention.

Researchers find link between oat consumption and risk of developing diabetes

A large research review has brought together existing knowledge on oats and the risk of serious diseases.

Novo Nordisk introduces first oral treatment for obesity

A new medical treatment could be significant for many people with obesity, as it no longer requires injections.

These nail changes may point to underlying conditions

Nails are rarely regarded as an indicator of health. Nevertheless, several professional sources suggest that they can contain valuable information.

Combined abdominal obesity and muscle loss linked to 83% higher risk of death

A long-term study of adults over 50 shows that the combination of abdominal fat and muscle loss is linked to an 83% higher risk of death, highlighting a largely overlooked health risk in ageing.