Health

VISION loss affects almost two million people in the UK. The leading cause of vision loss is age-related macular degeneration , which currently affects about 600,000 people in the country. Daily Express :: Health Feed

DRINKING just two cans of fizzy pop a week can increase the risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke, scientists warned today. Daily Express :: Health Feed

HEALTHY eating is threatening to make the red-blooded male an endangered species, nutritionists have warned, with the trend to shun meat contributing to a drop in testosterone levels. Daily Express :: Health Feed

MEN with a bent penis could be at higher risk of developing stomach and testicular cancer, scientists have revealed. Daily Express :: Health Feed

THE PLAGUE has killed about 127 people in Madagascar, and nine countries have been urged to prepare for an outbreak. These are the signs and symptoms to watch out for if you’re travelling to the southeast African island. Daily Express :: Health Feed

CHILDREN are “super spreaders” of flu, England’s top medic has said as she urged parents to get their children vaccinated ahead of what has been dubbed as a “pressurised” flu season. Daily Express :: Health Feed

BONFIRE NIGHT could cause asthma patients to suffer “potentially fatal” asthma attacks, sufferers have been warned. Asthma UK has issued a warning that smoke fumes and burning wood could form a deadly asthmatic combination. Daily Express :: Health Feed

BLOOD tests could identify those in middle age who will be at risk of Alzheimer’s later in life, research suggests. Daily Express :: Health Feed

TEENAGE mums are at greater risk from heart disease in later life, new research warned today. Daily Express :: Health Feed

HAIR loss is more common in the summer and autumn seasons than any other time of the year, a study has revealed. Supplements, avocados and oily fish could help to prevent balding. Daily Express :: Health Feed