The ‘kraken’ COVID variant XBB.1.5 is rising quickly in the US – here’s what it could mean for the UK
CI Photos/Shutterstock The heavily-mutated omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, was first detected in late 2021. Due
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What the FDA’s rule changes allowing the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed by pharmacies mean in practice – 5 questions answered
The rule change has little to no effect in states where abortion is banned or restricted. LaylaBird/E+ via Getty Images
Bivalent COVID vaccines have now been in use for a few months – here’s how they’re stacking up against omicron
Bivalent vaccines target omicron alongside the original strain of COVID. Lithiumphoto/Shutterstock Vaccines have played a major role in mitigating the
Speculum: the creepy history of this ancient gynaecological device and why it’s still feared today
Vaginal and anal speculum were used by the ancient Greeks and Romans. Shutterstock/Praisaeng Women’s health is in crisis. In many
Gary McKee: what it takes to run a marathon a day for a year
McKee spent close to 1,500 hours running to complete his challenge. i am adventure/ Shutterstock For many runners, a marathon
Long COVID: here’s what it’s like trying to access healthcare for the condition
Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock It’s estimated that 2.1 million people are currently living with long COVID in the UK. Symptoms can
How the pharmaceutical industry uses disinformation to undermine drug price reform
The pharma industry warned that if proposed new prescription price guidelines go ahead, drug launches would be delayed and ‘Canadian
Colds, flu and COVID: how diet and lifestyle can boost your immune system
Most of us are eager to avoid getting sick this time of year. baranq/ Shutterstock Every day we are exposed
Antipsychotic withdrawal – an unrecognised and misdiagnosed problem
It’s not withdrawal, it’s a relapse of your illness. This is what many people trying to stop their antipsychotic drugs
Type 2 diabetes in young people puts their eyes at risk
When it comes to eye care, regular visits to the optometrist or ophthalmologist can detect the early signs of diabetic