Health – Page 125

1 in 6 women are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. But this diagnosis may not benefit them or their babies

About one in six pregnant women are now diagnosed with gestational diabetes, meaning rates have more than doubled since the thresholds for diagnosis were changed.

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Hard to watch! Paralympic champion given the worst gifts ever

A Spanish Paralympian has been given the worst trophies in history, with his calm and collected reaction to the awkward gifts making waves online.

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Surprise! Scientists find falls likely when texting and walking

It seems obvious that texting while walking is risky business, but it can come with more consequences than you think.

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Update from survivor of deadly mushroom meal

The family of church pastor Ian Wilkinsonâ€™s have spoken out as the surrounding community come forward in droves with offers of help.

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These 12 common terms started life as a real-person’s name

You wonâ€™t believe what kinds of interesting characters inspired the words for cardigan, sandwich, casanova and more.

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Why do I fall asleep on the sofa but am wide awake when I get to bed?

Wake up! Itâ€™s time for bed. Hereâ€™s how to make sure you can actually fall asleep when you get there.

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“I really thought it was the end”: Death cap mushroom survivor breaks silence

Simon Claringbold survived the deadly poisoning effects of eating a death cap mushroom that was in a pasta dish his wife made, and has now spoken out over the harrowing ordeal.

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7 ulcer-friendly foods to help soothe your stomach

Modern medicine has finally caught on to home remedies that have been used for centuries to help soothe the symptoms of ulcers.

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Annoying chores with unexpected scientific health benefits

Why washing dishes, making your bed, dusting and other common chores can lower stress, boost happiness, and protect against heart disease.

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Never do this during a thunderstorm

The obvious thing to do during a thunderstorm is to get inside. Once you're inside, remember these tips to stay safe from lightning.

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4 bad exercise habits & how to stop them

Finding the time and motivation to exercise amongst the business of life is already a feat on its own, and even with our best intentions, we fall into traps that can work against us.

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Ozempic is in the spotlight but it’s just the latest in a long and strange history of weight-loss drugs

Since the 19th century, humans have tried many things â€“ diet, exercise, psychotherapy, surgery â€“ to lose weight, with the occasional "miracle drug" hitting the market.

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