Urologists in the UK are calling for the end of digital rectal exam (DRE) which are dreaded by many men and were once considered essential in prostate cancer checks. The British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS), in collaboration with Prostate Cancer UK, says it’s time for GPs to stop offering this old-school test, describing […]
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Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable and small changes can make a huge difference. Here are 10 proven ways to lower your risk: Maintain a healthy weight Eat more fibre, especially from fruit, veg, beans and whole grains Cut back on added sugar and processed foods Move more: aim for 30 mins of activity […]
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Could you have diabetes? With Type 2 diabetes on the rise, recognising the warning signs early is key to staying healthy. Here are 10 of the most common symptoms of diabetes: Increased thirst Frequent urination, especially at night Fatigue (feeling tired despite rest) Unexplained weight loss Blurred vision Slow-healing cuts or wounds Tingling, numbness, […]
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As summer approaches, it’s a good time to measure your overall fitness. But how? The beep test, also known as the multi-stage fitness test (MSFT), is a running test used to assess a person’s aerobic capacity. It is a good (and simple) marker of overall fitness. It involves running between two lines, […]
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This August, England will become the first country in the world to offer a vaccine against gonorrhoea. This is a major milestone as STI (sexually transmitted infection) rates reach record highs. The vaccine won’t be available to everyone. The focus is mainly on gay and bisexual men with multiple partners or a recent […]
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Specialist mental health crisis centres will be opened across England over the next decade in an attempt to reduce crowding in accident and emergency departments (A&E). Ten hospital trusts have launched pilot mental health crisis assessment centres; aiming to provide calm and suitable care for individuals experiencing mental health crises. These […]
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Donald Trump – the oldest person to ever be elected US president – is “fully fit”, White House physician Sean Barbabella said in a report about his latest medical, released on 13th April 2025. This was based on an assessment carried out two days earlier. Trump’s resting heart rate was 62 beats […]
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A rare genetic mutation could explain why some people feel fully rested on just four hours of sleep. This might help develop new treatments to improve sleep for everyone. While most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep to stay healthy, researchers have identified a mutation in the SIK3 gene that allows some people […]
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No, it’s not accurate to say the entire world has long COVID. Or is it? .. And whilst long COVID is a serious concern and can affect anyone who gets COVID-19, not everyone experiences it. Under the current definition, you are considered to have long COVID if your symptoms have lasted for at […]
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Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk clarified that he uses only “a small amount once every other week or something like that” under medical supervision and has a prescription from “an actual, real doctor.” Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has recently revealed that he uses ketamine every other week to manage depression. […]
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