AI could help predict suicides – but rushing the technology could lead to big mistakes
Nikodash/ShutterstockIn the UK, a quarter of people who take their own lives were in contact with a health professional the...
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Three reasons strong perfumes give you a headache
Many people find the smell of strong perfumes to be irritating. GVLR/ ShutterstockHumans can smell over 1 trillion odours. But...
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Many people find the smell of strong perfumes to be irritating. GVLR/ ShutterstockHumans can smell over 1 trillion odours. But...
Read moreHealth secretary Thérèse Coffey gave leftover prescription drugs to a poorly friend – is this advisable or legal?
Thérèse Coffey, the health secretary for England, has admitted to giving her leftover antibiotics to friends and family who were...
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Colonoscopy is still the most recommended screening for colorectal cancer, despite conflicting headlines and flawed interpretations of a new study
Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death. But by finding polyps early on, colonoscopies can detect and prevent...
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Finding community online after finding a lump: Social media and younger adults with cancer
Research suggests that supports are more likely to be provided to meet the needs of the majority of people with...
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Muscle is important for good health – here’s how to maintain it after middle age
A lack of muscle mass is associated with a range of preventable diseases. Zamrznuti tonovi/ ShutterstockWhile it’s almost unnoticeable to...
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Life expectancy improves in some countries after big drops in 2020 – but US and others see further falls
Hyejin Kang/ShutterstockThe COVID pandemic triggered an unprecedented rise in deaths around the world, leading to falls in life expectancy. In...
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Anxiety detection and treatment in early childhood can lower risk for long-term mental health issues – an expert panel now recommends screening starting at age 8
People who experience anxiety in childhood are more likely to deal with it in adulthood too. fizkes/iStock via Getty Images...
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Teens with chronic conditions face challenges and risks when they age out of pediatric rheumatology care
The transition from the supportive world of pediatric care to the adult system can be challenging for teens learning to...
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