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New study reveals in-flight risks and dangers for millions of older travelers on planes
Older travelers who may be limited in their dexterity should be spread out across a flight's seating — not just for their own safety, but for the safety of everyone on board, scientists say.The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires aircraft to be able to evacuate within 90 seconds in case of an emergency — but as the average age of the population across the globe increases, experts say the growing number of elderly airline passengers poses new challenges in emergency situations. An inte...
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Stress from Russian bombardment causing premature births in Ukraine, UN warns
Overwhelming stress from the risk of Russian bombardment is causing rising rates of premature childbirth in Ukrainian women, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has warned. The UNFPA is the sexual and reproductive health agency of the UN, offering women and girls living in war zones safe childbirth, reproductive choices, and support to victims of gender-based violence. Faye Callaghan, health specialist at the UNFPA in Kyiv, told The Independent that pregnant women at risk of Russian attac...
Does athletic tape really work? Here's what experts say
Health newsDoes athletic tape really help?Kinesiology tape, worn by athletes like Serena Williams, Olympians and the rest of us, may have more of a placebo effect than a performance benefit, new research finds.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00The tape can increase the amount of “sensory feedback” in the body, which can help people feel physically supported, experts say.Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDTBy Kaan OzcanThe benefits of kinesiolog...
Ozempic, Wegovy prices go down in India
Novo Nordisk has again cut the prices of its blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy by up to 36% and 48% in India, to fend off competition from cheaper generics made by local drugmakers. India’s market for diabetes and weight-loss drugs is set for a shake-up after the Danish drugmaker’s patent on semaglutide, the active component in Ozempic and Wegovy, expired on March 20. At least half a dozen Indian drugmakers, including Dr Reddy’s Zydus and Sun Pha...
Ex-supermodel Kim Alexis warns body positivity can become 'unhealthy'
EXCLUSIVE— As one of the most recognizable supermodels of the 1980s, Kim Alexis knows a thing or two about the pressure of meeting beauty standards, but she also sees a dangerous trend among those who are eschewing those standards completely.Over the course of her modeling career, Alexis graced over 500 magazine covers, including Vogue and Glamour, and made six appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She said she is well-acquainted with what is and isn't a healthy beauty mindset an...
New Covid variant BA.3.2 detected across US, but experts urge vigilance over alarm
Strain found in 29 states and Puerto Rico carries spike mutations, but no data shows increased severitySign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxBA.3.2, an Omicron variant of Covid-19 with dozens of new spike mutations, has been detected in 29 US states and Puerto Rico, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but experts say there is not yet evidence it is more severe than other recent variants.“The right response to BA.3.2 is serious atten...
'I gave birth on toilet after thinking I was constipated - I was 19 and had no bump'
'I gave birth on toilet after thinking I was constipated - I was 19 and had no bump'Mia Louise Bruce, now 22, thought she was struggling with period pains and constipation when she went to the toilet, but instead gave birth to an 8lb baby despite having no bumpCommentsNewsCally Brooks Features Writer11:30, 04 Apr 2026Updated 11:30, 04 Apr 2026View ImageMia was 19-years-old when she began having strange symptoms that doctors put down to an iron deficiency(Image: mialbruce/TIKTOK)A young...
Dubai Humanitarian delivers urgent medical aid to Gaza
Dubai: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian (DXBH) has facilitated the delivery of urgent medical supplies to Gaza.Through its Global Humanitarian Impact Fund (GHIF), DXBH coordinated the overland transport of 22.3 tonnes of essential medical aid via a convoy of three trucks. The shipment, provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), is expected to support the healthcar...
'I fainted in my bedroom - now doctors say I'll never walk again'
EXCLUSIVE: 'I fainted in my bedroom - now doctors say I'll never walk again'Carol Jepson fainted in her bedroom, bashing her head as she fell. When she was discovered unconscious two days later, it was just the beginning of a horrendous ordealNewsSophie Watson11:00, 04 Apr 2026View 6 ImagesCarol tumbled over and was left unconscious - the long-term effects were devastating(Image: Kennedy News & Media)A former GP practice manager almost died when she fainted but wasn't fou...
Full list of NHS services still running during doctors' strike
Full list of NHS services still running during doctors' strikeThe resident doctors strike could disrupt how patients get help during the next weekCommentsNewsSamantha Leathers Senior Money & Lifestyle writer10:29, 04 Apr 2026Updated 10:31, 04 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesResident doctors are expected to strike from April 7th to April 13th(Image: GETTY)The British Medical Association is planning a resident doctors' strike that is expected to start at 7am on Tuesday, April 7, and last until...
Glenn Byrne health update as boxer rushed to hospital after sickening knockout
Glenn Byrne health update as boxer rushed to hospital after sickening knockoutIrish boxer Glenn Byrne was taken to hospital after a brutal knockout defeat to William Crolla, with the referee's decision to let the fight continue sparking widespread criticismCommentsSportRobert Hynes10:11, 04 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesGlenn Byrne suffered a brutal knockout from William Crolla(Image: Getty Images)Glenn Byrne was in 'good spirits, chatting, laughing and joking' after being taken to hospita...
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what we do — and still don't — know about pain
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what we do — and still don't — know about pain April 4, 20265:00 AM ET By Marielle Segarra , Margaret Cirino oxygen/Getty Images When neurosurgeon and journalist Dr. Sanjay Gupta set out to write a book about pain, it wasn't because he felt like he had all the answers. It was because he was still so often mystified by it. Life Kit Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants to reframe your understanding of pain Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants you to reframe your understanding of pain Lis...
‘Wild west’ reformer pilates boom is causing rise in injuries, experts warn
Lack of regulation for specialist classes leaves UK fitness enthusiasts at risk, say professional bodiesThe boom in reformer pilates has created a “wild west” of studios where poor regulation has resulted in inexperienced teachers and a rise in injuries, professional standards bodies have warned.Pilates is not formally or legally regulated, and as its popularity has surged, industry experts say, so too has the growth of packed reformer-based classes often led by instructors with limited training...
Raising ‘ausome’ children: Inside the autism journey of UAE families
Dubai: In homes across the UAE, families raising children with autism are discovering that their journeys, while often filled with challenges, are also filled with hope. This World Autism Month, parents in Dubai have shared to Gulf News how their children have transformed their lives, teaching them patience, strength, and unconditional love. They have also highlighted how the UAE’s inclusivity, from supportive school environments to government-backed benefits for people of determinati...
Free NHS Wegovy jabs made available to 1.2million if you have four health risks
Free NHS Wegovy jabs made available to 1.2million if you have four health risksThe NHS has given the green light for millions of people to access free Wegovy jabs if they fit a specific criteria - as it could help save the lives of those suffering from certain health conditionsCommentsNewsNiamh Kirk Lifestyle Writer08:52, 04 Apr 2026Updated 08:53, 04 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesCertain people may be able to get the jabs on prescription Millions of people may be eligible for free weight-loss injections...
British Gas urges UK households to buy food for three days and sleeping bags
British Gas urges UK households to buy food for three days and sleeping bagsBritish Gas advises UK households to prepare emergency supplies including food for three days and sleeping bags ahead of heavy snow and blizzard conditions brought by Storm DaveCommentsNewsEthan Blackshaw Deputy Publishing Lead and Alex Evans Deputy Audience Editor 08:47, 04 Apr 2026Updated 08:48, 04 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesBritish Gas urged households to get a sleeping bag ready (stock)(Image: Cavan Images / Rebecca Tien v...
Your children startled by loud sounds? UAE experts explain why, how parents can help
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.]The current situation involving the UAE, accompanied by the sounds of countering missiles and phone alarms, has left many families navigating a wave of anxiety. As regional tensions bring unfamiliar sounds of aerial interceptions, children are proving particularly vulnerable. For many parents, the challenge lies not only in managing their own stress but also in finding the righ...
She Wanted Her Hair Done for a Special Day. She Left the Salon in Tears.
A Black woman is pushing for changes in the hair industry after claiming in a lawsuit that she and her 7-year-old were turned away from an Ulta Beauty salon in Manhattan because of their hair texture.
AR tech prepares patients for endometriosis surgery
AR tech prepares patients for endometriosis surgeryJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAmy ClarkeandAnna O'Neill,LondonBBCChelsea and Westminster Hospital is the first to offer this AR experienceAga Mizgala has spent about seven years living with suspected endometriosis, enduring pain she describes as feeling like "a million little needles." Now the 34-year-old is among the first patients to try a new augmented reality (AR) system at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, design...
My son was last seen laughing with his best friend, an hour later I found him dead in his bedroom - I blame social media and will not rest until Silicon Valley takes responsibility for their 'dangerous' products
My son was last seen laughing with his best friend, an hour later I found him dead in his bedroom - I blame social media and will not rest until Silicon Valley takes responsibility for their 'dangerous' productsLISTEN: Subscribe to The Crime Desk to listen to this podcast. A subscription includes ad-free listening, early access to new shows and bonus episodesREAD MORE: British parents fighting TikTok in US courts over 'blackout challenge' For help and support, call the Samaritans for free from a...