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Smoking could dramatically increase your risk of developing one of the world’s deadliest cancers, new research has revealed.  Pancreatic cancer—dubbed a ‘silent killer’ due to its subtle symptoms—kills just over 10,000 patients every year, about one death every year.  And by 2040, cases are expected to hit record highs with 201,000 cases of pancreatic cancer expected to be diagnosed.  It …

A top psychologist has revealed the tell-tale signs of autism in adults that are often dismissed. It follows a recent study from King’s College London that found nine in ten autistic adults could be living undiagnosed.  In light of their findings, Dr Lisa Williams, a clinical psychologist, has shared seven ways it can present in adulthood. The first is having …

Millions of people worldwide take beta blockers to reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems, especially after a heart attack. But two new studies suggest that for many patients, these drugs may no longer be helpful – and in some cases, they could even be harmful. Beta blockers work to lower heart rate and blood pressure, reducing the oxygen demands of …

Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy looks on in the first half of an NCAA college football game against BYU, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Spenser Heaps)AP What the frack, Mike Gundy? Got yourself the rights to a dry hole over there in Stillwater? Pour one out for the Oil Ball Coach. If you purchase a product …

“Space Has a Tesla Floating Forever”: Elon Musk’s Cherry-Red Roadster Orbits Sun With Starman Mannequin Driving for Millions of Years  Rude Baguette Source link

Research suggests the medication for stomach issues such as acid reflux could have a serious impact 07:38, 01 Sep 2025Updated 07:38, 01 Sep 2025 Cumulative Use of Proton Pump Inhibitors could increase the risk of dementia, researchers said(Image: Getty) Longer-term use of common drugs taken by millions could increase the risk for dementia, a study has suggested. The research showed …

Beta blockers—drugs commonly prescribed for a range of cardiac conditions, including heart attacks—provide no clinical benefit for patients who have had an uncomplicated myocardial infarction with preserved heart function. Beta blockers have been the standard treatment for these patients for 40 years. This is a breakthrough discovery from the “REBOOT Trial” with senior investigator Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, President of …

Ports around the country are vying to become hubs for offshore wind farms, like the State Pier in New London, Conn., which is supplying the South Fork Wind farm offshore. Ted Shaffrey/AP hide caption toggle caption Ted Shaffrey/AP The Trump administration is cancelling $679 million in federal funding for ports to support the country’s offshore wind industry, the latest move …

By LUKE ANDREWS U.S. SENIOR HEALTH REPORTER Taking two common painkillers may be raising your risk of suffering from a deadly bacterial infection, a study suggests. Ibuprofen, brand name Advil, and acetaminophen, brand name Tylenol, are readily-available over-the-counter drugs taken by millions every year to ease headaches, back and neck pain and fevers, among other ailments. But researchers in Australia warn …

Millions of Britons could be blunting the effect of their daily medicines by taking them at the wrong time, a leading pharmacist has warned. Peter Thnoia, of online pharmacy PillTime, said: ‘Too often, people don’t read or fully follow the instructions that come with the medication—and that can have a real impact on how well it works. ‘Something as simple …