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‘Micropreemie’ baby who weighed just 1lb and 1oz at birth goes home after six months in hospital

A baby girl who weighed just over 1lb when she was born prematurely in November has beaten the odds and gone home with her parents after spending her first six months in hospital in the US. Nyla Brooke Haywood was treated to a send-off party at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Illinois, attended by family, friends and hospital staff before the s...

Seventy Americans in one state being monitored for bird flu

The dairy farm workers will be tested for the virus if they show any symptoms, though this has not been the case so far, local health officials said.

Celtuce: Nutrition Professional Opinions, Healthy Portions, And Downsides

A life in quotes: Alice Munro

Alice Munro, the 2013 Nobel laureate considered one of the greatest short story writers in the English language, has died at the age of 92 at her care home in Ontario, after suffering dementia for more than a decade. Born and raised in south-western Ontario, the “Canadian Chekhov” captured the desire and darkness of ordinary life in rural Canada, particularly for women – subjects long out of focus for the mainstream, finally achieving...

What Are The Benefits Of Drinking Boiled Asparagus Water? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

Expert opinion from Mantwa Radebe Master of Science (MSc) In Nutrition · 12 years of experience · South Africa The main benefit of asparagus is that it can act as a diuretic. This is because asparagus contains amino acid asparagine. This means it can help to get rid of the body of excess salt and fluid, making it especially good for people sufferin...

Cushing's syndrome: understanding this rare condition

Cushing's syndrome is a relatively rare medical disorder, and yet around 10 to 15 million new cases are diagnosed in the US each year. Still, it can go undiagnosed for years if symptoms are mild enough. But this doesn't make it any less distressing for sufferers. Without treatment, the condition gradually gets worse. And did you know that it affects three times as many women as men? Or that there are some differences between the syndrome and Cushing's disease? And do you even know the signs to look out for? For these answers and more, click on to learn about this troubling condition.

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When Should You Get Your Cataracts Removed? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Alex T. Thomas MD · 40 years of experience · USA Being diagnosed with cataracts does not always mean that surgery is immediately required. But as cataracts continue to mature over time, they may cause vision loss that can interfere with daily life. If a cataract impacts your daily or occupational activities, it must be operated ...

Professional Faqs: Are There Any Benefits To Eating Curd During Pregnancy?

A guide to staying fit and healthy as you get older

Most people look forward to a relaxing lifestyle as they get older, but that doesn't have to mean being sedentary. In fact, when crossing the middle age threshold, we ought to be more careful with our life choices in order to maximize our health and overall well-being. Are you in need of a midlife health check? Click through this gallery for the best tips on how to stay fit and healthy.

How Gary Oldman’s farting, belching and manic charisma made Slow Horses one of the best shows on TV

How Gary Oldman’s farting, belching and manic charisma made Slow Horses one of the best shows on TV - COMMENT: The Apple TV+ series is up for the top prize at the Baftas, and it deserves one for Oldman’s sublimely repulsive performance alone, writes Nick Hilton

ADHD medication shortage causing ‘significant’ issues for patients and stakeholders, warn advocates

Children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been hit by a shortage of medications to treat the condition this year. The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) confirmed there have been a number of interruptions in the supply of medicines for ADHD notified to the watchdog. It has been the subject of significant...

Harvard Health Publishing And 3 Other Doctors Answer: How Can I Prevent Diabetes?

Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA The best ways to help prevent type 2 diabetes: Maintain a healthy weight, limit simple sugars and processed foods, exercise every day if possible, and stay physically active during the rest of the day. There is no proven way to preve...

Donnelly denies review of Midwest hospitals following Aoife Johnston inquest is 'election stunt'

Donnelly said that things have “gone wrong” with UHL, compared to other hospitals that have reduced overcrowding by use of extra funding.

8 Things You Should Never Do Right After Botox

From sipping a cocktail and sleeping on your face to signing up for a yoga class, here's what experts say you shouldn't do right after Botox.

Four 'invasive' plants that are deemed 'illegal' if they spread from your garden

Keeping an eye out for pesky illegal plants is not only vital for the health of your garden, but the health of your bank account too, as uncontrolled growth can land you a hefty fine

Professional Faqs: Is The Peel Of A Mango Good For You?

Ask A Nutrition Professional: What Are The Benefits Of Avocado Oil For Hair?

Psychologist debunks three common mental health myths for Mental Health Awareness Week

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Calm's chief clinical officer, Chris Mosunic, has debunked some of the most common mental health myths - including that sleep doesn't affect your mood. "Those folks who describe their sleep quality as 'very good' or 'excellent'? They're two times less likely to report feeling anxious or stressed", he tells u...

Enter Emily English: The Instagram nutritionist on everyone’s radar

Boasting a cult following of over 1.3 million foodies; hundreds of delicious, nutritious, aesthetically pleasing recipes; and a catalogue of brand partnerships including the likes of Harvey Nichols, Emily English – or Em the Nutritionist (@emthenutritionist) as the social sphere knows her – has become an internet star in her own right. Growing up, ...

Nursery where baby choked said food would be pureed, inquest hears

Oliver Steeper died in hospital in September 2021 six days after he choked on food at the Jelly Beans Day Nursery in Ashford, Kent.

Coriander: Health Tips From Nutrition Professionals

This manuscript was the Medieval bible of health and wellness

Harry and Meghan champion Invictus Games and mental health in Nigeria

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived in Nigeria on Friday to champion the Invictus Games and support mental health for young people affected by conflicts. Harry founded the Invictus Games to aid the rehabilitation of wounded and sick service members and veterans, among them Nigerian soldiers fighting a 14-year war against Islamic extremists. He and Meghan, visiting the West African nation for the first time on the invitation of its military, arrived in the capital, Abuja, early in the morning, according to defence spokesman Brigadier General Tukur Gusau. The couple visited the Lightway Academy college which receives support from their Archewell Foundation to educate and train young girls affected by conflicts in Nigeria. As they kicked off an inaugural mental health summit organised by local non-profit GEANCO, which partners their foundation, the couple were greeted by a dancing troupe and a crowd of excited students and teachers. “We’ve got to acknowledge those amazing dance moves,” Meghan said. “My husband was excited to jump up.” They then went into the classrooms to talk to the children, who showed robot cars they had built. They spoke to the students about mental health, and about their own children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Biodiversity loss is biggest driver of infectious disease outbreaks, says study

Biodiversity loss is the biggest environmental driver of infectious disease outbreaks, making them more dangerous and widespread, a study has found. New infectious diseases are on the rise and they often originate in wildlife. In meta-analysis published in the journal Nature, researchers found that of all the “global change drivers” that are destroying ecosystems, loss of species was the greatest in increasing the risk of outbreaks. Biodiversity...

Relax Your Eyes With This 2-Minute Session

This article provides a 2-minute exercise to relieve eye strain caused by prolonged staring at computer screens. This exercise requires no equipment and is beneficial for managing stress and providing stress relief to the eye muscles. This exercise is designed to relax the eyes and provide an effective way to manage stress.

What Are The Complications Of Sle? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil There are too many complications for SLE. The most problematic are renal failure and neurological problems as stroke, cognitive dysfunction, seizure, and psychosis. There are important hematologic issues like anemia and immunosuppression. Besides that it may caus...

Pernicious Anemia Warning Signs: What To Look Out For

Overview A condition in which not enough red blood cells are produced due to deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body. Symptoms If you're experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms, contact a health care provider. Initial stages do not show symptoms. Sometimes, mild symptoms are seen. Persistence of the condition for prolonged periods of time ca...

What happens to your body when you stop eating sugar?

Understanding Ehlers-Danlos syndromes

Keto-Friendly? Nutrition Pros Weigh In on Turnips

This article examines the nutritional value of turnips and their suitability for a ketogenic diet. It provides expert opinions from three professionals in the field of nutrition, discussing the carbohydrate content of turnips, their fiber content, and their suitability for a ketogenic diet. The article also provides links to further resources related to turnips and other diets such as the Mediterranean diet, the diabetic diet, and weight loss.

This is why you keep waking up at night

Symptoms men should never ignore

Statistics tell us that men die sooner than women. There are a variety of reasons why men's life expectancy is shorter than women's, but one of the reasons is the lower rate of preventative healthcare measures taken. Indeed, men are less likely to seek medical assistance, and when they do it's usually later than they should. Many men tend to dismiss some health symptoms, but there are a few that should never be ignored. In this gallery, we list them. Click through and check if you have experienced any of these symptoms.

Care Plan Your Doctor Would Usually Recommend For Hypovolemia

Overview A condition in which the volume of blood plasma is too low. This causes rapid heart beat, weak pulse, confusion and loss of consciousness. Symptoms It may be asymptomatic initially and at a later stage symptoms include weakness, fatigue and fainting. → Common treatment options → Questions to ask your doctor What are people curious about?Wh...

Oura Ring just got two big health upgrades ahead of Samsung Galaxy Ring launch

Oura is adding two new heart health features to the Oura Ring: Cardiovascular Age and Cardio Capacity.