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The expert on 'super aging' breaks down the science — and grift — in anti-aging

From peptides and protein to sleep hygiene and vaccines, what actually helps you age well? Physician Eric Topol breaks down the science — and the myths — of longevity and anti-aging.(Image credit: Capuski)

Fatal disease detected in an Aussie city's wastewater for the first time since 2000

Fatal disease detected in an Aussie city's wastewater for the first time since 2000Poliovirus detected in Perth wastewaterHealth officials say risk to public is low READ MORE: Aussie health experts are getting furiousBy ZAK WHEELER, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 14:46, 1 May 2026 | Updated: 14:47, 1 May 2026 e-mail View comments

Soul seer | Raghu Rai (1942-2026)

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Moderna CEO on Earnings, Flu Shots and Skin Cancer Trials

Moderna’s first-quarter sales beat expectations, as the struggling vaccine maker that’s faced resistance from the Trump administration has found new growth outside the US. Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel sits down with Bloomberg's Katie Greifeld, saying the company's skin cancer trial results should arrive this year. (Source: Bloomberg)

People with damaged hair will love Rihanna's £1.99 Home Bargains treatment

Fans of the singer's high-end treatment can get it for a fraction of its usual cost

Polish patient travels to Abu Dhabi for liver cancer surgery and recovers

Abu Dhabi: The UAE continues to attract international patients seeking specialised care, with a recent case at Burjeel Medical City highlighting the country’s growing role in medical tourism.A 52-year-old Polish patient travelled to Abu Dhabi earlier this month to receive treatment for liver cancer, after searching for advanced care options abroad.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Tailored treatment planUpon arrival, the patient underwent a serie...

Teacher accused of baby murder 'sent text to partner' saying: 'Your son's in hospital. I strangled him', court hears

Teacher accused of baby murder 'sent text to partner' saying: 'Your son's in hospital. I strangled him', court hearsBy RICHARD MARSDEN, GENERAL REPORTER Published: 14:09, 1 May 2026 | Updated: 14:09, 1 May 2026 e-mail View comments

Philippines boosts maternity benefits: How families stand to gain

Dubai: The Philippines has introduced a major increase in maternity benefits, a move aimed at making childbirth safer and more affordable for millions of families.Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced that the government is expanding support under the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), the country’s state health insurance provider, so that mothers no longer have to worry about the cost of giving birth.The enhanced benefits have taken effect on April 30 and fo...

Woman’s fight for sterilisation raises questions over access to procedure

Critics say women face unequal treatment but others say tighter controls reflect legitimate medical concernsA psychologist who was denied sterilisation on the NHS has successfully challenged the decision after taking her case to the health ombudsman, raising questions over how accessible the procedure should be.Leah Spasova spent years seeking an operation to prevent pregnancy by blocking the fallopian tubes. Many argue that barriers faced by women, from funding refusals to stricter eligibility...

Woman denied permanent birth control on NHS wins case with ombudsman

Leah Spasova from Oxfordshire fought for 10 years to obtain tubal ligation procedure, while men could get vasectomiesAnalysis: questions over how accessible procedure should beA woman denied a permanent form of birth control on the NHS over fears she might regret it, while men were allowed contraceptive procedures, has won her case with the health ombudsman.Leah Spasova, a psychologist from Oxfordshire, spent a decade fighting to obtain female sterilisation at her local trust, a procedure that b...

Super El-Nino, drought & heat hell: India staring at longest, hottest summer yet

India is experiencing extreme heatwaves, with temperatures soaring and heatwaves arriving earlier and with greater intensity. This is exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to strengthen. The heat poses significant health risks and economic challenges, impacting daily life and livelihoods across the nation. Adaptation and mitigation strategies are crucial for navigating this growing crisis.

UKHSA shares May 4 bank holiday footwear warning to UK families

The UK Health Security Agency has shared guidance to help keep families safe over the bank holiday

Beautiful woman, 32, whose elegant $500 wedding went viral dies on same day she gave birth to her baby son

Beautiful woman, 32, whose elegant $500 wedding went viral dies on same day she gave birth to her baby sonBy JOE HUTCHISON, US SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 13:03, 1 May 2026 | Updated: 13:03, 1 May 2026 e-mail View comments

AIIMS study flags early screen time leads to autism signs by age 3

AIIMS study flags early screen time leads to autism signs by age

Martha's Rule helplines gets more than 1,700 calls from worried NHS staff

Martha's Rule helplines gets more than 1,700 calls from worried NHS staffJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePA MediaMartha Mills was 13 when she died following failings in her careMore than 1,700 calls have been made by NHS staff in England to Martha's Rule helplines to flag concerns about patient care, new figures show. The helplines were set up after a campaign by the parents of 13-year-old Martha Mills who died after serious failings in her care.Speaking on BBC Radio 4'...

WATCH: David Muir reports on boys' miracle heart transplants at Texas Children's Hospital

While receiving care at the Houston hospital, three boys awaiting heart transplants became friends. In a remarkable turn, they received matches within 10 days of each other – strengthening their bond.

Type 2 diabetes — 4 symptoms that appear on feet you shouldn't ignore

Type 2 diabetes can be serious if left untreated — here's what to look out for

How parkinson’s patient achieves remarkable recovery in King’s College Hospital Dubai

Dubai: Parkinson’s disease does not stop for conflict, uncertainty, or distance. For people with advanced neurological conditions, timely specialist care is always needed. This was clear in the journey of a 57-year-old man who traveled to Dubai for treatment at King’s College Hospital Dubai, overcoming several disruptions along the way.His planned route soon became complicated when canceled flights forced him to change plans several times. He traveled from Madinah to Jeddah, then to Nairobi, Nam...

NHS issues urgent ‘check your skin’ warning for illness that kills thousands

The alert has been issued to mark the beginning of May 2026 amid an attempt to increase awareness