The Deadlifting Grandma: Martine Barons, 65, is triple world champion

Martine Barons, a formidable 65-year-old grandmother, has shattered expectations and redefined athletic prowess by clinching her third world championship title in powerlifting, an astonishing feat achieved in just two and…

Young people are not snowflakes, head of mental health review says.

The assertion that today’s youth are a "snowflake generation" is unequivocally incorrect, stated Professor Peter Fonagy, the head of an independent review examining mental health, ADHD, and autism. In an…

Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Experts’ sleep tips for freshers

The exhilarating, and often overwhelming, transition to university life brings a whirlwind of new experiences, from forging lifelong friendships and navigating academic challenges to exploring the vibrant social scene. For…

Watch: ‘My eyelids became infected – I was scared to sleep’

Doctors specialising in surgery around the eyes are sounding a stark alarm, reporting a concerning surge in patients presenting with severe complications stemming from what they term "cheap" or "bleph"…

Open wounds and eyes that can’t close – women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery

Dozens of women have come forward, sharing harrowing experiences. One woman described having to tape her eyes shut to sleep due to excessive eyelid skin removal, while another lived in…

‘Peeing a jellyfish’: Children’s ketamine injuries revealed

The devastating and often irreversible damage inflicted by ketamine abuse on children is coming to light, with a specialist clinic reporting a "rapid escalation" in young patients suffering from severe…

Watch: Why was the Kent meningitis outbreak so severe?

More than 20 young people in the UK were infected with a severe strain of meningitis B in March, sparking alarm and prompting urgent scientific investigation. The outbreak, which sent…

The simple skincare routine for teens that actually works – and five expert tips

In an era dominated by social media, where "Get Ready With Me" (GRWM) videos and influencer-driven trends promote unattainable "glass skin" ideals, teenagers are often steered towards complex, multi-step skincare…

Scientists discover why Kent meningitis outbreak was so severe.

A groundbreaking investigation has unveiled the intricate biological mechanisms and contributing environmental factors behind the unprecedented severity and rapid spread of the recent meningitis outbreak in Kent, offering crucial insights…

Martha’s Rule rolled out across all A&E departments in England

Professor Aidan Fowler, the national director of patient safety at NHS England, articulated the significance of this widespread adoption, stating that the expansion of Martha’s Rule would provide families and…