Health

Adam Pearson neurofibromatosis: What is the genetic disorder? Signs and symptoms revealed Actor Adam Pearson, 34, will feature on BBC’s Pointless gameshow this afternoon. The presenter and campaigner is most well-known for his role in the 2013 film Under the Skin. Pearson was diagnosed with type 1 neurofibromatosis when he was five years old, in 1990. But what is the ...

Hay fever: This cannabis-based supplement with ‘anti-inflammatory properties’ could help Hay fever experts have warned the pollen count has started climbing already, with moderate levels even recorded in the winter months. For those that suffer – nearly a third of the population – this is bad news. Several months of itchy eyes and incessant sneezing will have the nation either ...

Stomach bloating: Five foods to eat to reduce gas and a bloated belly Stomach bloating is when the tummy becomes distended, causing it to feel uncomfortable. It often occurs after eating a big meal. But for some, bloating is more than an occasional inconvenience. Bloating is generally a sign the digestive system isn’t working optimally, according to Hannah Braye, nutritional ...

Pollen count warning: Hay fever sufferers at risk – where is the forecast highest? Warm temperatures over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend are expected to trigger high pollen counts in the UK. With around 20 per cent of the UK affected by hay fever, the pollen count spikes could result in large numbers of runny noses and watering eyes this ...

Parkinson’s disease – three of the best diet swaps to prevent symptoms Parkinson’s disease affects about 127,000 people in the UK, according to the NHS. It’s caused by parts of the brain becoming increasingly damaged over a number of years. But making some a few changes to your daily diet could help to prevent some signs of Parkinson’s disease. You ...

High blood pressure warning – the feeling on your face that could cause ‘sudden death’ High blood pressure is a common condition that affects more than a quarter of all adults in the UK. The condition, which is also known as hypertension, puts extra stress on your blood vessels and vital organs. Left untreated, high blood pressure could lead to ...

Diabetes type 2 warning – the symptom on your teeth you shouldn’t ignore Diabetes is a common condition that affects around five million people in the UK, and 90 per cent of cases are caused by type 2 diabetes. The condition could be caused by the body not producing enough of the hormone insulin, or the body not reacting to ...

Pollen count: UK forecasted HIGH pollen counts – where hay fever patients are most at risk Warm temperatures over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend are expected to trigger high pollen counts in the UK. With around 20 per cent of the UK affected by hay fever, the pollen count spikes could result in large numbers of runny noses and watering ...

Stomach bloating – three easy ways to get rid of trapped wind pain at home Stomach bloating has affected most people at some point in their lifetime, according to the NHS. It can make the stomach feel stretched, puffy, and just generally uncomfortable and painful. The condition can be caused by eating certain foods that cause trapped wind, or by eating too ...

Care home SOLUTION: THIS alternative care solution is much cheaper than a nursing home The infamous price burden of care homes is well known, but the CPO of UK start-up Birdie, Raj Tanna, explained that there is another way. Birdie is an app designed to link up to sensors placed around a house that can detect incidents such as a ...