What?New insights have emerged from recent research suggesting a significant connection between gut health and the likelihood of developing Parkinson’s disease (PD). For those unfamiliar, Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder leading to damaged parts of the brain. Its most prominent symptoms include memory issues, muscle stiffness, slower movements, and involuntary shaking known as tremors. […]
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Skin care for teenagers The most important skin care product for teens is SPF. No matter your skin type, you should be wearing sunscreen to protect your skin from sun damage and cancer. This step should be a part of your morning routine just like brushing your teeth. Be sure to choose a sunscreen with […]
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What?The UK government has disclosed plans to amplify the use of the private sector to combat the ever-increasing backlog of treatments and surgeries within the NHS in England. This approach will involve the inauguration of eight privately-managed diagnostic centres and the application of new regulations to simplify the NHS’s acquisition of care in the private […]
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What? In an ambitious initiative, General Practitioners (GPs) are set to gain new powers, enabling them to directly send up to a million patients for expedited checks. This progressive move is geared towards speeding up the diagnosis of heart and lung conditions, marking a significant shift in the existing referral protocol. The plan focuses on […]
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‘Barbie Skin’ Gut Health Protocol The secret to ‘Barbie skin’ may be a gut health protocol. London facialist Jasmina Vico, whose clients include Jodie Comer and the Barbie cast, promotes an inside-out approach to skin health. The protocol uses the gut-skin axis, the connection between the gut microbiome and skin health. Studies have revealed that […]
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Barbie’s big medical question = Are Barbie and Kens bodies physically possible in real life? It is very unlikely. Barbie has an estimated BMI of 16.24. But is this body possible for Barbie in real life? Ken has an unusual body as well. The debate has been restarted by the new Barbie film, which was […]
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Oppenheimer’s awareness of medical effects of atom bomb Who was Oppenheimer? What did he do and did he have any regrets? And was he aware of the long-term medical effects of the atomic bomb? This article will answer these questions. Who was Oppenheimer? Robert Oppenheimer (1904-1967) is often credited with being the ‘father of the […]
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How much exercise is needed to ease depression? A new study in the Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA) by Laird et al has found that just 20 minutes of moderate exercise a day for 5 days a week can lower the risk of depressive symptoms significantly. Methods. The study aimed to find the lowest […]
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What? The National Health Service (NHS) has announced a significant expansion of the eligibility criteria for shingles vaccination starting this September. This extension will make nearly one million more people (900,000) qualified for the Shingrix vaccine, known for its effectiveness in preventing shingles – a painful rash caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus. At […]
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What? The National Health Service (NHS) in England is preparing for a significant disruption due to the first strike of consultant doctors and hospital-based dentists in a decade. The strike is expected to take place from 7 a.m. Thursday until 7 a.m. Saturday, with consultants providing only emergency care services during this period. This comes […]
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