Statins: 'Intermittent' doses may help dodge side effects - 'As effective as daily dosage'

STATINS and their side effects are widely debated in the scientific community. Though there is no doubt the drug confers inimitable protection against cardiac events, compliance remains an issue. One way to overcome the risk of muscle-related complications, however, may be to take the drug on alternate days.

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Covid: The number of people being referred to speech therapy DOUBLES after lockdown

THE FULL impact of the coronavirus pandemic has not been felt, not yet. From how people communicate to how they work, the virus has transformed society and affected almost everyone in some way. This includes how they speak.

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Makeup artist's tips to 'smooth skin' & achieve a youthful 'face lift' without surgery

A FACE LIFT can ease wrinkles and under-eye bags, but with surgery potentially costing thousands, there are other ways to look younger. A make-up artist has shared her top anti-ageing tips to try out at home.

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Monkeypox warning: The 'telltale symptom' to watch out for - and how to avoid infection

MONKEYPOX virus has been spotted in the UK this month, with seven confirmed cases of the deadly infection. There's one "telltale symptom" of monkeypox to watch out for, an expert has warned. Here's everything you need to know about the virus, as well as how to avoid becoming infected.

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Chronic pain: Mindfulness can have major impact on the common condition

CHRONIC pain is the prolonged experience of pain for longer than 12 weeks. Thousands of Britons live with chronic pain, living with the sensation from dawn until dusk. There are several treatments for the condition, each with their positives and their hurdles.

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Pierce Brosnan health: Actor, 69, on 3 personality traits to help boost longevity

PIERCE BROSNAN first stole the hearts of viewers appearing in television series Remington Steele, before going on to reach international fame as James Bond. At the age of 69, the actor is still just as popular, with many wondering how he manages to keep in such good health as an older man in Hollywood.

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Michael J. Fox health: 'A twitching pinky' was first sign of 'insidious' Parkinson's

WITH THE news that the life of actor Michael J. Fox will be made into a feature length documentary by Apple Original Films, the star's incredible career has been thrust into the spotlight. This includes the actor's devastating Parkinson's diagnosis at the age of 29.

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Dementia: One in four victims suffers symptoms for two years before diagnosis

THOUSANDS of dementia patients suffer in silence for years without seeing a doctor, as relatives think they are just getting old, research suggests.

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Dementia: An easy way to slow down cognitive decline and reduce dementia risk

DEMENTIA Action Week is shining a light on the degenerative brain condition and ways people can reduce their risk of developing the condition.

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Agnetha Fältskog health: 'We struggle on' - ABBA star, 72, on the band's 'ailments'

AS ABBA prepare for the launch of their futuristic London concerts, one quarter of the band, Agnetha Fältskog revealed last year that the virtual residency could be the last time the band appear together as a four-piece, due to various "ailments".

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Cancer: New combination treatment is effective against gastroesophageal cancer

CANCER is a pernicious umbrella of diseases affecting millions of people around the world. Every year, too many people face the prospect of saying goodbye to their loved ones years ahead of when they hoped. Despite this, and in the face of great odds, scientists are working away to develop new treatments to beat cancer sooner.

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Long Covid: Chest pain should not be ignored - when to seek help

CHEST pain is a common sign of coronavirus and can also indicate long Covid. There are many instances The ONS says an estimated 1.3 million people in the UK were experiencing long Covid symptoms as of 6 December 2021.

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Taking statins at the wrong time of day can 'significantly' increase cholesterol - warning

STATINS reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering high cholesterol levels. To optimise the benefits, it's recommended you take statins at a particular time of the day. One study even suggests you can increase your cholesterol levels if you take the cholesterol-lowering drug at a certain point of the day.

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