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For more than 30 years experts dismissed my angry red hives as rosacea. In fact, I have an autoimmune condition that affects thousands of menopausal women but is often misdiagnosed. These are the other symptoms to look out for

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For decades, Emma Elms dismissed her condition as rosacea, but after multiple visits to her GP, blood tests and dermatologist appointments, she finally got a diagnosis

I won’t be the only one praying for rain this August after a series of punishing heatwaves, but my relief is not for the reason you might think. I’ll be cheering because it means there’s no risk of me breaking out in the angry red hives that have appeared on my face in the sun … Read more

DAILY MAIL COMMENT: With the scares and near-misses increasing in both frequency and seriousness, it is time for the world to finally wake up to the dangers of AI

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There is nothing to indicate that Andy Burnham fully appreciates the magnitude of the threat posed by AI

It requires no great understanding of how artificial intelligence works to realise that the risk of catastrophe is growing by the day. With near-misses involving rogue software getting increasingly serious and frequent, the world seems to be edging ever closer to disaster. This latest scare involved AI models using fake online identities in an attempt … Read more

Why you should NEVER have water beads in your home: Popular children’s play accessory also used in decor could be a silent killer, experts warn

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They might look innocent, but water beads can have fatal consequences if ingested (stock image)

They might look innocent enough, but experts have issued stark warnings against water beads amid reports of serious harm and fatalities. While the bouncy, colourful beads are popular among children for the unique sensory experience, adults have utilised them as home decor or to release moisture into soil to water plants. But it’s their attractive … Read more

Are YOU at risk of terrifying ‘sudden adult death syndrome’? Little-known warning signs after football legend’s son dies suddenly at 38

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Alex Hughes's cause of death was said to be sudden adult death syndrome, also known as sudden arrhythmic death syndrome or SADS

The warning signs of sudden adult death syndrome have been pulled into sharp focus after Manchester United legend Mark Hughes’s son died from the rare condition. Alex Hughes, 38, collapsed on the floor of his bedroom where he was found by his two sons on June 19, an inquest found this week. The condition – … Read more

What that crusty red spot on your face really means: So many are told the mark that won’t go away is eczema or psoriasis. But this is how to tell when it’s something far more sinister, reveals DR PHILLIPA KAYE

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Dr Philippa Kaye says it is possible that a red mark on the face that refuses to go away could cancer

We’ve all had it before – the crusty, red spot on your face that just won’t go away. Face creams won’t work. It can’t be popped no matter how hard you squeeze. Washing your skin makes no difference. It can be embarrassing, annoying even, but we rarely think of these blemishes as dangerous. But what … Read more

Science has proven a daily multivitamin can slow biological ageing: Our supplement expert reveals how to find the product that works best for you, the £79 ‘super powder’ not worth your money and the ideal 16p-a-day pill for the over-50s

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Aidan Goggins, a pharmacist and nutritionist, is an independent expert for the supplement industry. He gives his expert view on some of the latest multivitamin products

Research shows that multivitamins may not help you live longer, but there’s growing evidence they do improve our ‘healthspan’ – that is the years we get in good health. A recent study made headlines after finding a daily multivitamin could slow ageing, reducing biological age over two years by about four months compared to a … Read more

GPs could shut down surgeries if weather gets too hot – as patients still struggle to get appointments

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GP practices should consider closing or relocating if indoor temperatures reach 30C, health leaders have advised

GP practices could close if temperatures continue to climb to sweltering highs, fresh guidance suggests. The Royal College of GPs has made the extreme recommendation to keep doctors and patients safe in the ongoing heatwave. The UK is currently battling its fourth spell of scorching weather, with temperatures reaching 34C on Wednesday. The heat is … Read more

Fiona Phillips, 65, beams in rare snap amid her battle with Alzheimer’s as husband Martin Frizell reveals hope that new PM Andy Burnham will make a difference to sufferers

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Fiona Phillips' husband Martin Frizell shared a rare snap of the presenter on Wednesday, amid her battle with Alzheimer's

Fiona Phillips’ husband Martin Frizell shared a rare snap of the presenter on Wednesday, amid her battle with Alzheimer’s. The former GMTV star, 65, was only 61 when she was told she had developed the disease, a progressive, incurable brain disorder that causes a decline in memory, thinking and behaviour.  Martin posted a snap of … Read more