Health and Fitness

A change to toilet habits could be 'hidden' sign of pancreatic cancer

At present the majority of 10,000 people diagnosed with the disease each year die within three months, and part of the problem is that it's often spotted too late.

The $1,388 Yearly Cost Breakdown of Treating Psoriasis

Image Source: Getty and Photo Illustration by Aly Lim Welcome to Show the Receipts, a new series where we ask interesting people to share exactly how much it costs to get shit done.

70 million people affected by skin disease

An autoimmune disease characterized by skin depigmentation, vitiligo has attained many stereotypes. This dermatological disease is not psychosomatic, but the consequences it causes on the lives of patients represent mental suffering. This disease affects 0.5 to 1% of the world's population. The appearance of white spots on the body and face makes vitiligo recognizable. The disease, benign, causes a loss of cells responsible for skin color called...

I’m a Fitness Instructor With Stage 4 Colon Cancer: What I Want Women to Know About Their Health

You are your biggest advocate.

Magic mushroom sweets linked to two deaths as dozens fall ill in US

Nearly 160 people in the United States have become ill after consuming sweets purporting to contain traces of chemicals from magic mushrooms. More than a third of those required hospital treatment and US health officials are investigating two deaths that may be related to confectionery, the New York Times reported. The case has highlighted a growin...

Yoga and arts therapy charity in Hong Kong dreams of own premises for well-being centre

Yama Foundation offers yoga classes and arts therapy to people with special needs. It hopes a fundraiser will end its need to rent premises For young Hongkonger Ip Man-lee, moving around is more challenging than it is for others of her age. The six-year-old has the muscle function of a two-year-old because of a genetic disease that causes global de...

4 in 5 Singaporeans prioritise health over wealth

61% viewed health as the foundation for pursuing life goals. More than four in five (85%) of Singaporeans prioritise health over wealth, according to a survey by Prudential which polled 1,000 residents. 61% view health as the foundation for pursuing life goals whilst 63% say it is more attainable than wealth. In contrast, less than one in five prioritise wealth over health. 64% believe that money solves problems, including health issues, and 51%...

Teen Scientist Heman Bekele Lathers Up to Fight Skin Cancer One Bar of Soap at a Time

Heman Bekele's story reminds us that great ideas can come from anywhere – even from our children's bedrooms or school science fairs.

Lady Gaga explains she is 'pain-free' after fibromyalgia battle

Lady Gaga has explained she is now "pain free" after struggling for years with the condition fibromyalgia. The 38-year-old singer and actress will soon be seen starring in the supervillain film Joker: Folie à Deux, co-starring Joaquin Phoenix. And while promoting the film, she has been open about her recovery from the pain in her body caused by the...

John Legend's son diabetes diagnosis made him and Chrissy Teigen 'stronger'

John Legend has told how he and Chrissy Teigen have dealt with their son's diabetes diagnosis. Miles, six, was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes earlier this year after he fell ill at a summer camp. "I remember he was at the emergency room because of it and they checked his blood sugar," John told People. "The thinking was, this may be a reaction to t...

Paralympics 2024: Alfie Hewett suffers heartbreak in wheelchair tennis gold medal match

Alfie Hewett suffered heartbreak when he was beaten by Japan’s Tokito Oda in a pulsating gold-medal match of the men’s wheelchair ­tennis singles at Roland Garros. Hewett earned a match point in the third set, but he could not convert it and he went down 6-2, 4-6, 7-5 in arguably the greatest singles final at a Paralympic Games. The 26-year-old Bri...

Mpox Symptoms in Children: A Parent’s Guide to Early Detection

Worried about Mpox? Here’s how to spot the symptoms in children early. Don’t miss these warning signs!

Taiwan celebrity manager with cancer adopts KOL, gifts ‘son’ US$9.4 million in exchange for care

Sun Derong who has propelled many Taiwan entertainers to stardom, says he will not leave fortune to family A wealthy celebrity manager in Taiwan has made headlines after announcing his decision to adopt a 19-year-old key opinion leader (KOL) and leave the "son" NT$300 million (US$9.4 million) in exchange for care. Sun Derong, 63, is famous for help...

When a parent with dementia forgets you’re their child: coping with Alzheimer’s disease

In an excerpt from her book, Anthea Rowan highlights the struggles she faced when her mother no longer remembered she was her daughter When Anthea Rowan learned her mother had Alzheimer's disease, she knew little about dementia. When her mother forgot who her daughter was, though, Rowan was spurred on to learn all she could about this debilitating ...

Cancer: Your well being horoscope - September 08

Cancer: here are your well being predictions for the day September 08

Infants wait more than six hours to be seen in ‘broken’ A&E departments

More than 100,000 infants were left waiting longer than six hours to be seen in A&E in England last year, a landmark report has found. The findings, relating to children from newborns to two years of age, were uncovered by an independent investigation into the NHS which this week will lay bare critical failing across the health service which are pu...

Doctor removes lung tumor from 5,000 km away

A Chinese surgeon successfully removed a lung tumor from 5,000 kilometers away from the patient and with the help of a robot, saving a patient's life. The surgeon was in Shanghai while the patient was in the hospital on the other side of China in Kashgar. The surgery took only an hour and could be followed live on social media. The images of this difficult remote operation went viral. Doctor Luo Qingquan performed the operation with the help of...

Sleeping in on weekends could help protect your heart, study on compensatory sleep says

People who catch up on sleep lost during the week by sleeping in on weekends have a lower risk of heart disease, new research says A busy week with a schedule full of work meetings, children's activities and exercise classes can often lead to nights of short and disrupted sleep. But the good news is that catching up on sleep at the weekend could lo...

These Gabrielle Union Movies Will Make You Want to Grab a Pair of Pom-Poms

We totally forgot she starred in Bring It On!

This Cooling Mattress Topper Is a Game Changer For Side Sleepers

When I was pregnant, our old mattress's sagging edges and lack of support felt unbearable.

Venus Williams’s Preventative Wellness Routine Includes Dance Classes and Self-Care

Venus Williams stays ready.

What Every Parent Needs to Know About Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Is your baby at risk for Spinal Muscular Atrophy? Learn the early signs that could save their life. Don’t wait—read this now!

These Grab-and-Go Breakfast Ideas Will Convince You to Skip the Drive-Thru

One egg and cheese sandwich, please!

Halsey shares devastating reason for avoiding mirrors during lupus battle

Halsey has shared heartbreaking details of the struggles they endured while battling lupus. The 29-year-old American singer revealed in June 2023 that she had been diagnosed with erythematosus (SLE) and T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder the year before. Now the star has shared candid details about the toll the illness and intensive treatement too...

Why angel investors remain optimistic despite startup failure rate

Nearly half reported positive gains, with 22% experiencing losses, whilst 36.1% did not track. Seven in ten angel investors are diversifying across three to four asset classes to maintain portfolio health amidst high startup failure rates and limited liquidity, according to AngelCentral's report. The report, which polled 70 angel investors in Southeast Asia, found that 40% have adjusted their investment tickets to $13,000 to $26,000, down from...

Taya's mum took her to the doctor - and she never made it home

Doctors remain unsure why a nine-year-old girl went into fatal cardiac arrest but a coroner believes it could be a 'silent disease' that is difficult to diagnose.

14 Reasons Trader Joe’s Is Better Than Other Grocery Stores

Popular specialty grocer Trader Joe's has cultivated a uniquely passionate fanbase over the years—here's why.

Doctors Say Your Unexplained Weight Loss Might Be Hinting at a Larger Health Problem

Conditions like hyperthyroidism or rheumatoid arthritis could be at play. If you’ve ever noticed a sudden drop in weight after an illness, you’ve experienced unintentional weight loss fluctuation. But if you can’t point to something that may have caused the change on the scale, losing weight without trying or unexplained weight loss can be very scary. Unintentional weight loss refers to a reduction in body weight that occurs without conscious effort or intention, says Carlo Manzana, M.D., a family medicine physician with PlushCare. “From a medical standpoint, this is typically characterized by a significant and rapid decrease in weight, usually around 5% of total body weight within a span of six to 12 months.” Meet the Experts: Lydia C. Alexander, M.D., chief medical officer at Enara Health and president-elect of the Obesity Medicine Association; Mir Ali, M.D., bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center; Linda Anegawa, M.D., F.A.C.P., a double board-certified physician in internal medicine and obesity medicine and former medical director at PlushCare; and others. It is normal for weight to fluctuate, typically between five to 10 lbs, and can be due to how much you’re eating, drinking, and moving in a given time period, explains Mir Ali, M.D., bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center. But any more than that, and you haven’t changed your diet, it could be a sign of something bigger, he adds. In fact, unexplained weight loss could be an early sign of a serious health condition, says Kerry Hildreth, M.D., an assistant professor of geriatric medicine at the University of Colorado. So if you’re experiencing unexplained weight loss, it’s best to see a doctor. They can then ask questions associated with the symptoms and potentially perform a blood test or imaging test depending on your symptoms, says Linda Anegawa, M.D., F.A.C.P., a double board-certified physician in internal medicine and obesity medicine and former medical director at PlushCare. Here, doctors share the health issues that could explain why you’re losing weight so suddenly. What causes unexplained weight loss?

Professional soccer player (27) collapses and succumbs

Uruguayan defender Juan Izquierdo suddenly collapsed during a match for his club Nacional in the Copa Libertadores last week. The club's medical staff responded immediately. The defender was taken away unconscious in an ambulance, where cardiac arrest due to cardiac arrhythmia was diagnosed. Izquierdo was admitted to the intensive care unit, where he was on a ventilator and fighting for his life. Last night, he lost that battle in the hospital....

Is It Safe to Get the Flu Shot While Pregnant? A Family Medicine Doctor Explains

Flu season can feel scary even when you're not pregnant. But anxiety around getting sick can increase when you're growing a human, especially considering pregnant people are more likely than others to develop severe symptoms if they get the flu. In some rare instances, it can even be fatal. And having the virus can harm the developing fetus, as well, per the Cleveland Clinic. So, it's strongly advised that pregnant people protect themselves...

Half of middle-aged S’poreans seek healthcare integration and convenience

Challenges raised include long wait times and affordability. Singaporeans above 40 years old expressed the desire for centralised platform access, with 53% seeking more integration and convenience in healthcare. HMI Medical’s Health Usage and Attitude (U&A) Survey revealed that 53% of residents prefer receiving referrals tailored to their personal needs and partnering with public and private healthcare institutions for seamless referrals....

BMI vs. Body Fat Percentage: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter for Weight Loss?

A dietitian breaks down body mass index (BMI) versus body fat percentage and which is more effective to track for weight loss.

These Pups Make the Best Lap Dogs When You Need a Good Snuggle

Get your cute dog photo fix here 🐶

Here's how to avoid that annoying earache on the plane

For some people, going on vacation by plane is really no fun. The difference in pressure causes them enormous earaches. And yes, they already tried everything: chewing gum, earplugs, nasal spray, painkillers ... There are people who for this reason do not even dare to get on a plane anymore. Nose-throat-ear specialist Stephan Vlaminck tells on radio2 what causes this earache and what you can do to prevent it! Air in the middle ear "Everything...

12 tips to sleep with a cough

Night-time coughing can wreck your sleep pattern and lead to lethargy and fatigue the next morning. Millions of us self-medicate for coughs, with the market for cough, cold and sore throat remedies worth £583 million in 2023. Yet while coughs are great sleep disruptors, they also provide a protective reflex. “Coughing is essentially a reflex design...

Japan ‘big stomach’ KOL returns after 7-month hiatus confined at home due to online bullying

Binge-eating star with millions of followers consumes 600 fried chickens to 'get over all the unhappiness of 2023' Renowned Japanese competitive eating influencer Yuka Kinoshita made a comeback after disappearing from social media for months, blaming online bullying. On August 24, seven months after she stopped posting online, Kinoshita wrote on X ...

Japan ‘thought killers’ offer health therapy that many describe as ‘scary’, ‘intense experience’

10 Healthiest Canned Coffees—and 4 To Skip

Many canned coffees are loaded with sugar, additives, and fat. Here, a dietitian recommends 10 healthier options, and 4 you may want to avoid.

Aries: Weekly Horoscope

Aries: Here are you free predictions for the week, from September 01 to September 07

Capricorn: Your well being horoscope - September 08

Capricorn: here are your well being predictions for the day September 08

Feeling Bloated? These Foods Help, According to Nutrition Experts

Diversify your plate with these nutritious picks and say goodbye to post-dinner discomfort. When your belly is distended and hard—whether it’s that time of the month or you overindulged at dinner—the last thing you want to do is eat more. But there are, believe it or not, some foods that help ease bloating, according to experts and research. Meet the Experts: Marissa West, ACE-certified personal trainer and nutrition specialist and founder of West Kept Secret, Cindy Kasindorf, certified nutritional health counselor and founder of Remedy Organics, and Melissa Prest, D.C.N., R.D.N., spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “Bloating can be caused by consuming foods that produce more gas than others, contain a high salt content, eating or drinking too quickly, or consuming carbonated drinks,” explains Marissa West, ACE-certified personal trainer and nutrition specialist and founder of West Kept Secret. “It can also be caused by a lactose intolerance, dairy aversion, or another health condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome or celiac disease.” Depending on the cause of your bloat, certain foods can help you get relief by reducing inflammation, activating the release of digestive enzymes, or coaxing the bloat through your digestive tract with water and fiber. Check out the below options and keep them at the ready for the next time discomfort strikes.

Patient died when surgeon removed wrong organ

A surgeon had to remove 70-year-old William Bryan's spleen during an operation at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast Hospital in the US state of Florida. But the surgeon made a mistake, with disastrous consequences. On August 21, surgeon Thomas Shaknovsky began surgery to remove William's spleen. However, according to the family, the surgeon removed the liver, severing “the major blood vessels” to the organ, “causing immediate and catastrophic...

I Got a Celebrity-Beloved "Endo" Brow Lift, and It's Worth the Hype

The thought of a brow lift casually entered my mind one day while applying eyeliner.

Childhood abuse led to adult depression for YouTuber The Anxiety Guy. How he overcame it

Now that mental health influencer Dennis Simsek has learned to live with anxiety, he feels like he's 'living the childhood I never enjoyed' Popular podcaster and social media mental health influencer The Anxiety Guy comes by his hashtag honestly. Dennis Simsek's anxiety symptoms used to be so severe he would seek help at the emergency department at...

A Dietitian's 5-Day ‘Clean Eating’ Plan to Melt Belly Fat

A dietitian breaks down her nutrient-packed, 5-day clean eating plan to melt belly fat and establish all-around healthier eating habits.

A Parent’s Guide on Understanding Nonverbal Learning Disorder

In this guide, we'll dive into the heart of NVLD, unravelling the complexities and offering parents the tools to decode the unspoken struggles their children face.

Women suffer more from jet lag than men

A study at the University of Surrey in England found that women suffer more from jet lag than men. Sixteen men and 18 women were locked in a sleep laboratory. In the confined space, one day lasted 28 hours. The results were surprising. Memory, motor skills and concentration ability in women deteriorated harder than in men. The women also had worse moods and showed significantly more signs of fatigue. It had long been known that jetlags and night...

These Jennifer Garner Movies Made Us Love Her So Much More

13 Going on 30 came out 20 years ago!

Tips for Managing Short-Tempered Teens

Is your teen's anger getting out of hand? Check out these must-try strategies for managing short-tempered teens effectively.

The Carnivore Diet Is Dividing TikTok

The carnivore diet, popularized by Shawn Baker, MD, a doctor, athlete, and YouTuber, is precisely what it sounds like: eating only animal products, primarily meat.