Lonely start to adulthood for woman with endometriosis

Getty Images “There was definitely a moment of discomfort at the start,” says Deena, but she says her visit to a so-called rage room felt very different to what she’d expected. She didn’t feel chaotic or aggressive smashing things up, but instead “surprisingly controlled and a lot more intentional”. “Once I settled into it, it…

by Kahliah Laney Eyes may be”the window to the soul,” but as it turns out, the eyes can also tell a lot about a person’s overall well-being. “Eye exams don’t only help detect issues with your vision or eye health, but can also help identify other chronic health issues like diabetes, heart disease and even…

Drug maker Novo Nordisk says semaglutide, the active ingredient for the weight loss jab Wegovy, does not slow Alzheimer’s – despite initial hopes that it might help against dementia. Researchers began two large trials involving more than 3,800 people after reports the medicine was having an impact in the real world. But the studies showed…

Dominic Hughes and Catherine SnowdonBBC News Getty Images People needing urgent dental treatment and patients requiring complex care will be prioritised under government plans to improve access to NHS dentists in England. The proposals could mean a saving of £225 for patients requiring numerous appointments for complicated treatments. For years, many patients have found it…