In Parkinson’s disease, the cells of the substantia nigra start to die. When this happens, dopamine levels are reduced. When they have dropped 60 to 80 percent, symptoms of Parkinson’s start to appear. Sadly, there is no cure for the…
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Coronavirus: Three instances you should always wash your hands to prevent the virus
Coronavirus has spread to some 80 nations with the UK in grips about a possible epidemic. The World Health Organisation has warned of a global shortage and hiking of prices for protective equipment to help fight the deadly virus. Professor…
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Coronavirus: Should people be stockpiling toilet paper? Dr Hilary offers his advice
Coronavirus cases in the UK have now reached 87, and with fears over the number of cases rising, people across the world, particularly in Australia, have been stockpiling toilet paper. In Sydney, supermarket shelves were cleared in minutes, forcing one…
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How to live longer: Eating this superfood could increase your life expectancy
Leaps in scientific progress over the years have shown that the key to longevity is not achieved through superstitious means but by making healthy lifestyle decisions informed by evidence-based research. Among all the protective measures you can take, studies have…
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How to lose visceral fat: Eating this way has been proven to help banish belly fat
The body’s fat impacts their health differently depending on where it’s stored. While most fat found on other parts of the body are considered subcutaneous fat, belly fat is more likely to be visceral. Visceral fat is stored in a…
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Coronavirus WHO emergency meeting: Why did WHO postpone emergency decision?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) was due to deliver a verdict today as to whether an international health emergency should be declared due to the emerging threat of a novel coronavirus from China. However, the WHO did not arrive at…
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Blue Monday: Are you experiencing the most depressing day of the year or do you have SAD?
Landing on 20th January 2020, Blue Monday has been calculated as the most gloomiest of them all. However, research commissioned by The Weather Channel and YouGov has found that one in three people suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) –…
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Best supplements for weight loss: Taking this supplement could help you lose weight
Weight loss will be on many people’s minds as the New Year rolls in. The NHS offers medically-approved tips for losing weight, such as not skipping breakfast, eating plenty of fruit and vegetables, moving more and using a smaller plate….
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David Walliams health: ‘This went on for six months’ TV funnyman on his dark health battle
David Walliams, 48, enjoyed breakout success in 2003 alongside Matt Lucas with the sketch show Britain’s Got Talent. Firmly establishing his brand of slapstick comedy, his offbeat antics have made him a TV favourite over the years. His most recent…
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