ELLISSA Baskind thought her back pain was due to the long hours she spent as a gynaecologist bending over during operations. She only sought help when pain kept her from dancing at her work Christmas party – and she soon discovered she had cancer. 5 Ellissa’s back pain was waking her up at night… Doctor, … Read more
EXPERTS have called for a return of social distancing as cases of the flu surge across the UK this Christmas. Even those with symptoms of a mild cold should consider self-isolating in case they carry a virus which could be fatal to those most vulnerable, health specialists warn. 2 Health experts… Health experts call for … Read more
A GAVIN and Stacey star has shared their terrifying symptoms after being struck down with a life-threatening illness. The fan-favourite actor recounted his scary ordeal ahead of the final ever episode on Christmas Day. 2 The star was left suffering from symptoms for months after his trip… Gavin and Stacey star shares terrifying symptoms after … Read more
MERRY Christmas one and all! It’s been my pleasure to help Sun readers get to the bottom of their health queries this year, answering 190 questions in 2024 so far. 3 Sun columnist Dr Zoe helps a reader who has been suffering from pain in their calfCredit: Olivia West The feedback I’ve had from… My … Read more
CHRISTMAS is full of joy and family fun, right? Until grandma is snoring on the sofa, your uncle is complaining of heartburn and your dad has had one too many tipples. 7 We reveal the red flags for six big killers you can act on now for a healthier 2025Credit: Shutterstock While relatively normal… The … Read more
THE allure of festive drinks and social gatherings can lead to more frequent and heavier drinking. A recent survey by Drinkaware found over half of adults (57 per cent) will binge drink on Christmas Day – with men drinking the equivalent of four medium glasses of wine and women, three medium… The five signs you’re a … Read more
TWO sunglasses mistakes people always make on holiday could prove dangerous for your vision, experts have warned. The sun is one of the biggest threats to your eyes and a lack of proper care could cause serious damage. It’s particularly easy to burn your eyes when travelling because of their… The two sunglasses mistakes people … Read more
AS Brits rush to fill their fridges and stock their shelves for the big day, supermarkets have issued urgent recalls. To avoid having a dodgy tummy on Christmas Day or stockings full of broken toys, we’ve done a round-up of faulty products from the big stores. 2 Tesco has recalled several Christmas… Tesco, Aldi and … Read more
A MUM-of-four died after her operation was cancelled at the last minute three times. Karen Dack was scheduled for the planned surgeries to treat a bowel condition at Leicester Royal Infirmary in April and May but they were axed due to lack of theatre capacity. 4 Karen Dack died after three… Mum-of-four, 43, died after … Read more
A DEADLY disease that can alter sufferers’ personalities might not stay confined to Africa, scientists warn. Known as ‘sleeping sickness’, or African trypanosomiasis, it causes difficulties sleeping at night. 3 Until now, the deadly parasite has used the tsetse flies in sub-Saharan Africa to move… Deadly ‘sleeping sickness’ that causes fever to psychosis is evolving, … Read more