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A one-time treatment tweaked their genes — and lowered their cholesterol
Heart HealthA one-time treatment tweaked their genes — and lowered their cholesterolDoctors have never had so many cholesterol-lowering drugs at their disposal, but getting patients to take them every day is difficult. Gene-editing could open a new frontier.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Leila Register / NBC News; Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 6, 2026, 7:03 AM EDTBy David CoxChristos Soteriou was 29 when he needed a quadruple bypass surgery. Four arteries in h...
Unexplained shoulder pain could signal dangerous health condition, doctor warns
Unexplained shoulder pain could signal a more serious problem, experts warn.While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also be a phenomenon called "referred pain" stemming from liver cancer. Pain in the right shoulder blade has been linked to early signs of the disease, according to the American Cancer Society.COMMON DRINKING HABIT MAY QUIETLY TRIPLE RISK OF ADVANCED LIVER CONDITIONPublish...
Do not eat warning as cooked meat sold at Tesco is pulled from shelves due to deadly listeria contamination
Do not eat warning as cooked meat sold at Tesco is pulled from shelves due to deadly listeria contaminationREAD MORE: I ate Meghan Markle's favorite foods and was shockedBy CIARAN FOREMAN, REPORTER Published: 09:35, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 11:47, 6 April 2026 e-mail 33 View comments
Teen vaped ‘every waking minute to be cool’ - then lung collapsed
EXCLUSIVE: Teen vaped ‘every waking minute to be cool’ - then lung collapsedNathan Edmunds never expected to end up in hospital when he took up vaping aged just 13. But he blames the habit for a terrifying medical emergency - and is now warning against itCommentsNewsYasmin Wakefield11:16, 06 Apr 2026View 7 ImagesNathan was rarely seen without puffing on a vape - but he was storing up trouble(Image: Kennedy News & Media)A teen who started vaping to be 'cool' like his friends soon fo...
Woman spends £600 taking limping cat to the vet and then makes realisation
Woman spends £600 taking limping cat to the vet and then makes realisationA cat owner who spent £600 on vet fees after noticing her pet was limping has made a shocking discovery about her cat's health - but it's not what she expectedCommentsLifestyleZahna Eklund Senior Social News Reporter11:11, 06 Apr 2026Updated 11:12, 06 Apr 2026View ImageThe woman took her cat to the vet before her realisation (stock photo)(Image: jamesjoong/ iStock via Getty Images)Noticing something different abo...
Harry and William 'strain' over major royal event that poses difficult dilemma for Firm
EXCLUSIVE: Harry and William 'strain' over major royal event that poses difficult dilemma for FirmA royal wedding is on the horizon, and while the event will be a happy occasion for the Royal Family, the rift between the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex could prove to be a problemNewsJennifer Newton Deputy Royal Editor and Charlotte Foster Royal Reporter11:00, 06 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesPrince William and Prince Harry may not get an invite to their cousin's wedding due to their...
Emergency jabs after 100 children die of suspected measles in a month in Bangladesh
Emergency jabs after 100 children die of suspected measles in a month in Bangladesh46 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKoh EweandBBC BanglaGetty ImagesMeasles is suspected to have killed more than 100 people, mostly children, across Bangladesh since 15 MarchBangladesh has launched an emergency vaccination campaign after a fast-spreading measles outbreak is suspected of killing more than 100 people, mostly children, in what may be the country's most lethal wave of the disease in...
Dubai Filipina expat's warning after ignoring brain tumour symptoms thinking it was stress
Dubai: For years, Eliza had an explanation for everything her body was telling her. The headaches were from work. The fatigue would pass. The double vision, the numbness, the loss of balance: all of it, she told herself, was just stress.She was wrong. And that assumption, the 48-year-old Filipino mother of two now says, was the biggest mistake of her life."For a long time, I ignored these symptoms, thinking it was just stress or that it would go away on its own. That delay was my biggest mistak...
Parkinson's increasingly seen in young UAE patients; how symptoms differ, doctors explain
When a young, physically active patient in his 30s began noticing subtle changes in his movement, Parkinson’s disease was the last thing on his mind. At Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, neurologists say such cases are becoming increasingly familiar — with some patients diagnosed as young as 18, and many initially misdiagnosed for years.“Young-onset Parkinson’s disease, defined as diagnosis before the age of 50, accounts for approximately 5 to 10 per cent of all Parkinson’s cases worldwide,” said Dr...
Smyths Toys issue urgent recall over serious asbestos fears - 'Stop using now'
Smyths Toys issue urgent recall over serious asbestos fears - 'Stop using now'Smyths Toys has recalled multiple products because they 'may be contaminated with asbestos' and has urged customers to stop using them 'immediately'CommentsNewsSue Kirby and Zahra Khaliq News Reporter10:20, 06 Apr 2026Updated 10:33, 06 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesSmyths Toys has issued an urgent recall (file image)(Image: Ian Vogler / Daily Mirror)A popular children's toy is being pulled fro...
Feeling overwhelmed? 7 desk lifesavers to instantly lower your work stress
Long hours at your desk can leave even the most dedicated minds feeling restless, tense, or overwhelmed. The constant ping of notifications, consecutive meetings, and tight deadlines can turn your workspace into a source of stress rather than productivity. But small changes and smart tools can make a big difference. From ergonomic chairs that support your posture to fidget-friendly gadgets that soothe restless hands, these office lifesavers are designed to help you reduce stress, stay focused,...
Easter egg hunt horror as 'radioactive poison' found while children search garden
Easter egg hunt horror as 'radioactive poison' found while children search gardenA vial of deadly radioactive poison was discovered in place of chocolate during an Easter egg hunt in south-west Germany - this is a breaking storyCommentsNewsEliana Nunes News Reporter10:08, 06 Apr 2026Updated 10:23, 06 Apr 2026View ImageThe poison was discovered during an Easter egg hunt (stock image)(Image: Getty Images)Suspected radioactive poison, used by Russia to assassinate its critics, was discove...
Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain
A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine.(Image credit: triocean/iStockphoto)
Toddler fighting for life in hospital after being pulled from the water in Queensland
Toddler fighting for life in hospital after being pulled from the water in QueenslandA little boy was pulled from the water in TaraHe was taken to hospital in a critical condition By ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 09:54, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 10:00, 6 April 2026 e-mail
Hong Kong doctor who posted resuscitation photo exits Hospital Authority
A doctor who posted a photo of a resuscitation procedure in a Hong Kong public hospital is no longer employed by the Hospital Authority, following an outcry over patient privacy and professional ethics. The Kowloon West Cluster of the Hospital Authority on Monday confirmed the doctor’s departure but did not say whether he had resigned or been dismissed. “The cluster had previously conducted a serious investigation and a comprehensive review of the incident. It confirmed that the individual...
Londoners urged to continue to attend appointments during resident doctors' strike as cancellations expected
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Don't put off treatment during doctors' strike, NHS tells patients
Don't put off treatment during doctors' strike, NHS tells patientsJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAlex KleidermanBBCThe action will be the 15th strike in a three-year dispute between resident doctors and the government People should not put off seeking the care they need when a six-day strike by resident doctors in England begins on Tuesday, the NHS has said.The 15th walkout in a dispute over pay and job opportunities comes at the end of the long bank holiday weekend and NHS...
I tried the season's top sporty swimsuits — here are the 10 winners that didn't budge in the lido or the surf
Shopping | ES Best Home | Health & Fitness | Fitness wearI tried the season's top sporty swimsuits — here are the 10 winners that didn't budge in the lido or the surfFrom the local pool to open water, Sian Lewis dives into supportive sports-ready swimwear The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.The London StandardSian Lewis2 minutes agoSign up for our free weekly newsletter for hot...
Bee attack leaves hiker fighting for life after being stung more than 100 times
Bee attack leaves hiker fighting for life after being stung more than 100 timesA massive rescue mission was launched when a hiker was suffered 'more than 100 bee stings', officials said he was in a critical conditionNewsElizabeta Ranxburgaj08:33, 06 Apr 2026Updated 08:40, 06 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesA hiker is fighting for their life after being stung more than 100 times(Image: Phoenix Fire Department/Facebook)A hiker has been left fighting for his life after he was horrifically stung by b...
وزارت بهداشت اسرائیل: از آغاز جنگ، هفت هزار و ۳۵ نفر به بیمارستانها منتقل شدهاند
وزارت بهداشت اسرائیل اعلام کرد از زمان آغاز جنگ، ۷ هزار و ۳۵ نفر به بیمارستانها منتقل شدهاند و ۱۳۰ نفر همچنان بستری هستند. همچنین در ۲۴ ساعت گذشته، ۱۶۳ نفر به بیمارستانها منتقل شدند که یک نفر در وضعیت وخیم، چهار نفر در وضعیت متوسط و ۱۵۳ نفر در وضعیت خوب هستند.