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When Snoring Becomes a Concern: When to See a GP Sunday, July 6, 2025 snoring sleep health gp sleepapnoea airway treatment nhs symptoms diagnosis Snoring is a common experience that many people face, but it can be more than just a nightly nuisance. It not only disrupts your own sleep but can also disturb your partner, leading to overall restless nights. Fortunately, … Read More
'Milestone' Achieved in Chemo-Free Treatment That Helped Woman Beat Cancer Sunday, June 15, 2025 leukaemia cll chemotherapy ibrutinib venetoclax cancer trial personalizedmedicine hematology treatment A major breakthrough in leukaemia treatment has been achieved through a UK trial that demonstrated a chemotherapy-free approach could significantly improve outcomes for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL). This … Read More
Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis Revealed as TOWIE's Chloe Meadows Opens Up About Her Health Battle Tuesday, June 10, 2025 ulcerativecolitis ibd chloemeadows symptoms diagnosis treatment colorectal inflammation health awareness Chloe Meadows, a well-known former star of The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE), has openly shared her personal journey with ulcerative colitis during an episode of Dr Oscar Duke’s Bedside Manners podcast. At just 16 years old and … Read More
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Men Urged to Recognize 5 Key Symptoms of Male Breast Cancer Friday, May 23, 2025 breastcancer cancer men healthawareness malesymptoms earlydetection treatment uk oncology symptoms A UK doctor has issued an urgent reminder to men to be vigilant about five symptoms of breast cancer that are often overlooked. While breast cancer in men is rare, it still impacts around 390 men annually in the UK, and early … Read More