Potentially fatal anaemia cases are on the rise – watch out for lesser-known signs, urges expert. Research shows cases of anaemia – a potentially fatal condition – are on the rise, and most likely to hit younger or pregnant women in the UK. A leading expert reveals many little-known warning signs to look out for. […]
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Priory consultant: “The devastating consequences of ‘laughing gas’ on the patients I see” • Priory consultant warns of life-threatening consequences • Says parents need to be alerted to dangers • Treats over-18s but says he is aware of children as young as 14 using it A senior Priory addictions consultant has spoken out about the […]
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‘Say no to lead poisoning’ is the theme of the 10th International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (ILPPW) to raise awareness about lead poisoning and encourage all countries to take action to prevent lead exposure, particularly in children. Each year, an estimated 1 million people, die from lead poisoning. Millions more, many of them children, are […]
Should we eat more red meat, not less? That’s the question posed by the a new study published by the journal Nutrients which found that blanket health messages to lower red meat intakes could have adverse implications on the micronutrient quality of women’s diets, particularly intakes of zinc and vitamin D. The secondary analysis of […]
Colorectal cancer is a general term applied to malignant tumours occurring anywhere within the colon (large bowel or large intestine). This includes the rectum which is the last part of the colon before the anus. Colorectal cancer is the second highest cause of cancer death in the in the UK (behind lung). Most cases occur […]
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