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First drug to delay onset of type 1 diabetes made available on NHS

The first drug that can delay the onset of type 1 diabetes is being made available on the NHS in England and Wales.Teplizumab is a form of immunotherapy that...

New brain study reveals speech learning works differently than we thought

Learning a new language or recovering the ability to speak may rely less on the brain's movement centers than scientists once believed. New research...

Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk

Lead researcher Keith Diaz told BBC News that most adults now spend three-quarters of their waking day sedentary. While general advice to "sit less...

Scientists finally solved how H5N1 bird flu hid in dairy cows

When H5N1 bird flu began infecting U.S. dairy cattle in early 2024, veterinarians struggled to identify the cause. The virus was difficult to recognize...

Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it?

Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home testsSource:www.bbc.co.uk

The tea in your kombucha changes more than just the taste

Kombucha has surged in popularity worldwide in recent years, becoming one of the most widely consumed fermented drinks. While many people choose it for...

Is watching England in the World Cup bad for your health?

Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health?Source:www.bbc.co.uk

All in the Mind

Available for over a yearAre ADHD-like symptoms during perimenopause just down to hormonal changes or could they actually be revealing undiagnosed ADHD? Brain...

This emerging treatment is helping people avoid knee replacement surgery

A minimally invasive procedure for chronic knee pain is helping some patients find significant relief without undergoing major surgery. For Cynthia Schraf-Fletcher, 74, the results...

Ebola and hantavirus can start like the flu but turn deadly fast

Ebola virus disease and hantavirus have attracted renewed attention in recent weeks because of the serious risks they pose to public health. Although they...

Puberty blocker trial will help reduce harm, says Cass report author

"But for me, following the clinical advice, basing future decisions on clinical evidence, is the right way to move forward in the context of...