The gross way you’re eating your poo without realising

Be careful where you place your toothbrush. 

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Science says there’s a reason you crave chocolate on your period

It’s not your fault, there’s a perfectly scientific explanation behind that extra bar of Cherry Ripe.

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Georgia Love on why she doesn’t cut out food groups.

She's doing the Run Melbourne 10K. 

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‘I lost 43kg and became Australia’s boxing champ’

At one point Caitlin Torrington weighed 122kg and now is 43kg lighter and an elite athlete. Here is how she did it.

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‘I lost 43kg and became Australia’s boxing champ’

At one point Caitlin Torrington weighed 122kg and now is 43kg lighter and an elite athlete. Here is how she did it.

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We found the diet that will stop you overeating

Yes, it exists. 

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Leg fat 'better than belly fat' for older women

Carrying fat on legs instead of the belly protects postmenopausal women from heart disease, a study suggests.

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Online dating fatigue? How to find love offline

It's time for Tinder to take a swipe left. 

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‘I tried the 72-hour water fast & here’s what happened’

Can you live on just water for three days?

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India asks its states not to partner with Philip Morris-funded foundation

India's health ministry has asked all state governments in the country not to partner with the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World (FSFW) because of its links to tobacco giant Philip Morris International Inc, a letter seen by Reuters showed.

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Medical News Today: Too much iron may cause skin infections

According to a large-scale new study, iron levels that are excessively high may cause bacterial skin infections, such as cellulitis and abscesses.

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Medical News Today: Cognitive decline: A personalized approach could be key

A new study paper focuses on developing a clearer picture of how and why cognitive decline occurs, and how doctors could treat it in a personalized way.

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Swine fever toll in China may be twice as high as reported, industry insiders say

As many as half of China's breeding pigs have either died from African swine fever or been slaughtered because of the spreading disease, twice as many as officially acknowledged, according to the estimates of four people who supply large farms.

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U.S. federal court delays adoption of healthcare rule on abortion

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its opponents in a California lawsuit agreed on Friday to delay implementing a rule that would allow medical workers to decline performing abortions or other treatments on moral or religious grounds, according to a federal court filing.

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Medical News Today: Letter from the Editor: It's good to laugh

In this month's letter, Managing Editor Honor reveals what the MNT editorial team got up to for their annual summer event, and it might just make you chuckle.

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Medical News Today: How childhood viral infections may later drive multiple sclerosis

Based on a study in mice, researchers now suggest that transient viral infections in childhood may facilitate multiple sclerosis development later in life.

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China tightens vaccine management after scandals

China passed a law on Saturday tightening the supervision and management of how vaccines enter the market, requiring stricter management of their production, research and distribution, after a series of safety scandals.

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Medical News Today: Exercise may increase lifespan 'regardless of past activity levels'

New research finds that becoming more active significantly lowers a person's death risk, regardless of how active they have been in the past.

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Medical News Today: What to know about bronchodilators

Bronchodilators are drugs that open the airways, relieving the symptoms of respiratory conditions, such as asthma and emphysema. This article looks at how they work, types, and how to take them.

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Deadly drug-resistant fungal disease has ‘infested' New York City

An infectious and potentially lethal fungal disease has affected more than 600 people in New York city – the biggest outbreak in the US so far

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Medical News Today: Can Rick Simpson oil help treat cancer?

Rick Simpson oil is a cannabis extract with high levels of tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Some people claim that this oil can help treat cancer. Although there is little to no evidence to suggest that it can cure cancer directly, it may have some use as a complementary treatment. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: 11 ways to treat back pain without surgery

Doctors often find chronic back pain challenging to treat, but there are many nonsurgical options that people can try. We discuss 11 methods here, including chiropractic care, acupuncture, and exercises.

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Medical News Today: What to know about end-stage COPD

The symptoms of end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) include frequent lung infections, difficulty eating, and shortness of breath. Coping methods typically include palliative care and open discussions. Learn more here.

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Medical News Today: A complete guide to home nebulizer therapy

Home nebulizers are an effective way to deliver medicine into the airways. Learn more about home nebulizer therapy here, including how to use the equipment.

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Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, top deputy ordered to stand trial in 2020

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and her former second-in-command at the Silicon Valley blood-testing startup were ordered on Friday to stand trial next year on fraud charges stemming from their claims about the company's technology, court documents show.

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Medical News Today: What are the best meat substitutes?

A variety of meat substitutes are available, including tofu, tempeh, and seitan. Learn about the nutritional value of these and other meat substitutes here.

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Lesbian women cervical screening myth is 'dangerous'

Women who have sex with women can still get HPV during sex, and should be tested, say health experts.

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How do breasts change during and after pregnancy?

Changes in the breasts are a regular occurrence during and after pregnancy. Breast changes vary from person to person and can occur whether a woman breastfeeds or not. Learn more about the types of changes and when they may signal an underlying condition.

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Medical News Today: How do breasts change during and after pregnancy?

Changes in the breasts are a regular occurrence during and after pregnancy. Breast changes vary from person to person and can occur whether a woman breastfeeds or not. Learn more about the types of changes and when they may signal an underlying condition.

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Medical News Today: Breathing treatments: Everything you need to know

Many different types of breathing treatment are available, including bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and antimicrobial drugs. Learn more about these and other treatments here.

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Is a diabetes drug the key to aggressive breast cancer?

The blood sugar-lowering drug metformin changes how cancer stem cells use and metabolize energy, making them more vulnerable to a new treatment.

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Encompass Health to pay $48 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations: DOJ

Encompass Health Corp has agreed to pay $48 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act, the U.S. Justice Department said on Friday.

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Pfizer gene therapy for rare muscle disease shows promise in small, early study

Pfizer Inc on Friday presented promising results from a tiny early study of its experimental gene therapy for a rare muscle disease, but two of the six patients in the trial experienced side effects that landed them in the hospital.

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U.S. rights groups, doctors sue to stop Georgia 'heartbeat' abortion ban

A group of civil rights groups, doctors and clinics sued Georgia's government on Friday to overturn a law passed in March that bans abortions if an embryonic or fetal heartbeat can be detected.

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Supreme Court declines Alabama bid to revive abortion restriction

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday sidestepped a major new challenge to abortion rights by declining to hear Alabama's bid to revive a Republican-backed state law that would have effectively banned the procedure after 15 weeks of pregnancy.

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Pfizer's Avastin biosimilar wins FDA approval

Pfizer Inc said on Friday that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had approved its biosimilar to Roche Holding AG's blockbuster cancer treatment Avastin.

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When US pulls overseas abortion funding, abortion rates go up not down

Withholding aid from clinics that offer abortion services leads to a rise in terminations – perhaps because the clinics often provide contraception services too

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Medical News Today: Are our brains addicted to information?

New research suggests that our brains may be addicted to information via a mechanism similar to the one involved in compulsive snacking.

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Missouri's sole abortion clinic awaits ruling on whether it can stay open

Missouri's only abortion clinic awaited a decision on Friday whether it can stay open until August, when an arbiter will hear Planned Parenthood's challenge of the state health department's refusal to renew the clinic's license.

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What Happens To Therapists Who Listen To Trauma All Day

Mental health experts share how their jobs affect their lives and how they personally deal with it.

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Are you burning out?

The World Health Organisation has officially recognised burnout - but how do you know if you're suffering from it?

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Medical News Today: Hospital flies carry enough 'bugs' of their own to cause infection

New research reveals that flying insects that make their way into hospitals can carry many harmful bacteria able to cause dangerous infections.

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Prescription drugs 'contributed to Theresa Feehan's death'

Theresa Feehan died with toxic levels of prescription drugs in her body two days after a GP visit.

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Warning of NHS Wales dentist crisis

Only one in six practices are taking on new adult NHS patients, the British Dental Association says.

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Should I worry about breast calcifications?

Breast calcifications are small deposits of calcium that can appear in the breast tissue. These are visible on mammograms and most are typically benign. Some forms, however, may indicate a form of cancer. Learn more about why they form and what happens if they appear on an X-ray.

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Medical News Today: Should I worry about breast calcifications?

Breast calcifications are small deposits of calcium that can appear in the breast tissue. These are visible on mammograms and most are typically benign. Some forms, however, may indicate a form of cancer. Learn more about why they form and what happens if they appear on an X-ray.

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Kourtney Kardashian reveals her keto meal plan

So you can play along at home.  

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Relax, skim milk doesn’t contain more sugar than full fat dairy

It's an urban myth. 

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Mimi Elashiry uses this simple trick to beat the bloat

You'll want to take note, ladies.   

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Medical News Today: How to manage diabetes

A person can manage their diabetes by making healthful changes to their diet, exercising frequently, and regularly taking the necessary medications. Here, learn about these self-management strategies and more.

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What a dietitian thinks of the CICO diet for weight loss

Calories in = calories out, right?

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Medical News Today: What is the link between Vyvanse and hypersexuality?

Vyvanse is a brand of amphetamine that doctors may prescribe for ADHD or binge eating disorder (BED). Some research links amphetamine use to hypersexuality, and both ADHD and BED may also affect sexual function. Learn more about the symptoms of hypersexuality and the effects of the drug here.

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Beat belly fat by eating sugar and sleeping in? Yes please

Amen to that. 

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Swimming in the sea completely changes the microbes on your skin

A dip in the sea can completely change the microbes on your skin, replacing your natural mix with bacteria from the ocean

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What to know about autism in girls

The symptoms of autism in girls are mostly the same as they are in boys, though autistic girls may exhibit certain behaviors less often than autistic boys. Because autism is more common among boys, doctors may be more likely to miss a diagnosis in girls. Learn more about symptoms and diagnosis here.

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U.S. states unsure how to halt online sales of abortion pills amid clinic crackdown

American women faced with new restrictions on abortions passed by a dozen U.S. states this year are turning to abortion pills from foreign online suppliers, and the states say there is little they can do to stop it.

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Medical News Today: What to know about autism in girls

The symptoms of autism in girls are mostly the same as they are in boys, though autistic girls may exhibit certain behaviors less often than autistic boys. Because autism is more common among boys, doctors may be more likely to miss a diagnosis in girls. Learn more about symptoms and diagnosis here.

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Medical News Today: Osteoporosis: Investigating the role of a common antibacterial chemical

A new study asks if triclosan, a chemical in many products, may increase osteoporosis risk. The results are not clear-cut, but it may affect bone health.

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'I was suspected of causing my child's illness'

The women whose world was turned upside down by being wrongly suspected of Fabricated or Induced Illness.

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Medical News Today: What to know about the endomorph diet

People with the endomorph body type can gain weight quickly. For this reason, they may wish to avoid processed foods and those with a high fat content. Certain types of exercise are also beneficial for people with endomorphic bodies. Learn more about the endomorph diet here.

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O'Rourke struggles, Castro emerges and Warren avoids trouble in Democratic debate

Ten Democrats took the stage in the first Democratic debate of the 2020 U.S. election campaign on Wednesday night, each trying to introduce themselves to millions of voters who will decide whether they should be president.

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