End of the family doctor as half of patients now don’t see the same GP, study finds
by Critics described the lack of continuity as a ‘scandal’ that hampers care and forces patients to waste time repeating their medical history on every visit.Critics …
Football’s secret ‘Ozempic’? Trendy herbal tea loved by South American stars like Lionel Messi could have slimming effect, experts say
The traditional South American hot drink, made from the Yerba mate plant, is loaded with antioxidants and has as much caffeine as coffee. But could …
Fears of a foreign jab grab on UK pandemic drugs ahead of a planned World Health Organisation treaty
The UK was one of the countries that announced plans in March 2021 for an agreement that would bind states in tackling global health emergencies.The …
Health weekend roundup: Bird flu, stroke risks, a mother’s heartbreak and more
As your weekend continues and you look to the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have …
What your cough could really mean, from THAT irritating ‘dry’ tickle to the ‘wet’ one that leaves you spluttering mucus
London-based GP Dr Hana Patel says she often sees patients who have had a pesky dry cough after a virus or cold. But if your cough …
Experts reveal why 15 percent of people don’t lose weight on Ozempic – could you be a ‘non-responder’?
While may have great success dropping pounds on Ozempic and Wegovy, about one in six patients don’t lose weight at all – or lose so little …
U.S. Lags Behind Other Countries in Hepatitis-C Cures
Despite an arsenal of drugs, many Americans are still unaware of their infections until it’s too late. A Biden initiative languishes without Congressional approval.Despite an …
Daily showers could be harmful for skin health, some experts claim
Daily showers aren’t necessary and may not have any health benefit, according to certain experts. Some claim that most people take them every day only …
‘Vampire facials’ at unlicensed spa likely resulted in HIV infections: CDC
Three women likely contracted HIV after receiving so-called “vampire facials” making them the first known cases of the virus being transmitted during a a cosmetic …
Amid bird flu spread, experts reveal if it’s safe to drink milk: ‘Indirect concern’
Traces of bird flu have been detected in pasteurized milk, leaving many people wondering if it’s safe to drink. Doctors offered their insights about the …