They gave me 6 months to live – then told me I was lucky
‘You have a bone tumour sitting on your right pelvis,’ said my oncologist.
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Cases of 'white plague' rising in US as doctors warn of 'rebound effect'
Tuberculosis, also known as "the white plague," is rising in the U.S. post-pandemic, with over 10,600 cases confirmed in 2024, …
A situationship broke my heart – then the body dysmorphia started
I know now that you can’t weightlift your way out of your unprocessed pain. It can feel like a solution, …
People feel entitled to comment on my disability – it’s exhausting
The woman didn’t mean to hurt me, but her thoughtless words made me feel so small and exposed.
Best Heart Rate Monitors (2026): Polar, Coros, Garmin
These chest straps and watches will help you keep your finger on your pulse—and many other heart-related metrics.
1 weight-loss drugs can do more than shed pounds – here are some of the surprising health benefits
One in eight Americans is now taking GLP-1 shots
The rise of ‘Brotox’: men now face the same pressure that’s dogged women for decades
Male beauty standards have become as unrealistic as they are for women. With actors such as Barry Keoghan and Ryan …
New study reveals most stressed US states, and they aren't where you'd expect
A new WalletHub study ranks Louisiana as the most stressed U.S. state in 2026, citing poverty, limited health care access …
Hormone therapy boosts weight loss drug results by 35% in women, study finds
A Mayo Clinic study suggests postmenopausal women lost 35% more weight combining hormone therapy with tirzepatide, though experts urge caution …
Family fighting to bring B.C. senior home after she fell into a coma in China
A British Columbia grandmother is stranded in China in a coma with her family unable to pay the hundreds of …
A&E said I could have died
It felt like someone had a vice-grip on my ribs and was slowly pulling my organs out from underneath.
Most Americans are doing one nightly activity that's wrecking their sleep, expert says
A sleep expert says 90% of Americans use phones in bed, as blue light exposure and stimulating content can disrupt …
‘We have six months to save our daughter’s life before childhood dementia robs her of her future’
Family of two-year-old face the ultimate ‘race against time’ as they fight to access life-saving treatment before it is too …
I’m a doctor – here’s what you need to know about the Covid variant spreading quickly across America
BA.3.2 is descended from the omicron variant, which emerged in late 2021
The reason people develop a hunchback and when you should see a doctor
Here’s when to see a doctor and how you can reduce your risk
I’m a microbiologist. There’s one piece of clothing you should never rewear
The microbes living in your socks can transfer to any surface they come in contact with – including your shoes, …
What Is the Best Garmin Watch Right Now? (2026)
We tested Garmin’s GPS-enabled fitness trackers and found the perfect picks for casual hikers, backcountry skiers, and more.
Medical firm hails ‘phenomenal’ response to prostate cancer initiative
The Scottish Prostate Cancer Initiative is running testing sessions across Scotland throughout 2026.
I had no idea my itchy skin meant I had a deadly disease
The diagnosis came as a shock.
Removing both ovaries and operating on wrong patient ‘among 661 times NHS surgeons made errors’
New data reveals serious harm caused to patients in 7% of cases in five years, as campaigners warn patient safety …