All news on the topic: Prescriptions

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'Our seaside resort used to be heaving - now it's a ghost town and abandoned'
People living in Bridlington, East Riding, Yorkshire, believe a high crime rate and poorly maintained roads are causing a decline of their seaside town
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'Last of Us' fungus with 60 percent mortality rate is new 'global health threat'
The fungus was first identified in the United States when hospitals in New York state reported cases of a dangerous fungal infection never seen before in the country
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'Exercise could be best prescription for good health and stop things going bad'
There's no substitute for keeping active if you want to stay healthy
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Winner of world's richest horse race jailed for four years for doping conspiracy
Jason Servis trained Maximum Security to win the $20 million Saudi Cup in 2020 but weeks later was arrested by the FBI investigating a widespread doping conspiracy
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'I was rushed to hospital with Bali belly and couldn't believe the cost'
The holidaymaker, who usually lives in Perth, Australia, was visiting Gili Air in Indonesia when he began to suffer traveller's sickness, most commonly known as "Bali Belly" - but a doctor's visit ended up costing AUD$700 (£367)
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Experts warn those suffering with headaches it could be sign of silent killer
A study led by Cecilia Hvitfeldt Fuglsang of Aarhus University in Denmark looked at medical records between 1996 and 2018 of those who have suffered migraines to determine risk of stroke or heart attack
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Monaco is the most expensive country to be hospitalised in, study finds
Monaco tops the list of most expensive when it comes to hosptial costs - with an average of £2,400 per night, according to research
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'I used sunbeds as a teen and now have stage 4 cancer - healthy tans are a myth'
Mum-of-three Tanya Ballan was diagnosed with the serious form of skin cancer after suffering from back pain and a swollen stomach before discovering she had stage four cancer in both breasts
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Fiona Phillips to film documentary on Alzheimer's and groundbreaking drug trial
GMTV legend Fiona Phillips has made the decision to share her Alzheimer’s journey with the nation and has embarked on filming a documentary
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'I used to try to hide my 'fin' arm after I was bullied - now I'm proud of it'
Wildlife photographer Jen Read was born with a congenital disorder meaning one of her arms isn't fully formed - she tells the Mirror how it has impacted her life
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ADHD early symptoms as number of UK adults and boys diagnosed skyrockets
Experts from University College London found that the number of diagnoses in the UK has risen since 2000, following a study of seven million Brits from ages three to 99
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Scientist claims he has proof reverse ageing is possible - but experts disagree
Six chemical cocktails have been discovered that can return cells to their younger versions in an effort to halt and even reverse the ageing process in what's been hailed a "breakthrough"
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Top holiday health tips from avoiding sunburn to treating hangovers
Writing for the Sunday Mirror, health and medical expert Jo Waters finds the answers to the country's biggest health conundrums before they head on holiday
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Killer who stabbed pregnant girlfriend refuses to face family in court
Liam Taylor, 37, brutally murdered mother-of-four Ailish Walsh and refused to face her family in court this morning because he would find it "extremely distressing"
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'My partner died from a brain tumour - two years later I had his baby'
Lauren McGregor, who lives near Hale Village, Merseyside, said her husband Chris began having random hot flushes and struggled to remember her name - before being diagnosed with astrocytoma
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Devastated mum collapsed and died hours after finding her baby dead in bed
Viktorija Mardosiene, 32, went into cardiac arrest and died hours after her five-month-old son Kevin Deguitas' death from what is believed to have been a co-sleeping tragedy
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'Unhelpful' study linking HRT and dementia slammed as 'disappointing for women'
Medical professionals have warned the Danish study involving more than 60,000 women has "fundamental limitations" as it found those using HRT were more likely to be diagnosed with dementia
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Alex George breaks silence on pal who saved his life after devastating tragedy
The medic tells how a very special friend has helped improve his mental health since the death of his younger brother
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Woman left in 'living hell' and 'pain every day' after routine eye surgery
Erin Orchard, from Sydney, Australia, is warning others over laser eye surgery after complications left her feeling as if she had "shards of glass" in her eyes
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Subtle changes to your skin that could be a sign of having Parkinson's Disease
Changes can include increased oily skin or flaking to the face and scalp, while excessive sweating could also be a sign of Parkinson's - although more likely while already on medication
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Experts share best ways to treat hay fever this summer
Hay fever affects around 10 million people across the country, but health experts say that suffers can make a few small changes to their lifestyles that could make a big difference to their allergies.
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'I thought I had an eye infection - it turned out I had a massive brain tumour'
Marcia had blurred vision so she went to get her eyesight tested, but she was in for a shock as the optician spotted something unusual and Marcia was diagnosed with a pituitary brain tumour
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'Spiked' paramedic duped into taking puff of vape was 'paralysed in one minute'
A woman has hit out at festival staff after her paramedic girlfriend was left 'unconscious' and unable to move any part of her body when she was allegedly offered a vape pen by a stranger
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Suicide side effect risk warning over common NHS antibiotic after doctor's death
Retired consultant cardiologist Robert Stevenson died by suicide after taking common NHS antibiotic ciprofloxacin leading a coroner to issue a warning of the possible side effects
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Patient becomes blind in one eye after hospital appointment mix-up
The 83-year-old man had been reviewed by eye specialists when treated in Hull Royal Infirmary following a fall - but the need for a vital review in six months was not communicated to him or his GP