Health & wellbeing

The first jab-free treatment for life-threatening allergic reactions will soon be available in the UK. The nasal spray, EURneffy, is an alternative to adrenaline pens, and has been approved for emerge

Our health writer Jackie Mitchell looks at these varying reactions. AROUND six per cent of adults have food allergies, with 70 per cent developing them in later life. Common allergens include shellfis

A clinical trial is underway at three UK hospitals to test whether stem cell treatment might restore hearing. In animal studies stem cells injected into the inner ear grew into healthy new auditory ne

Instead of being sad that summer’s drawing to a close, embrace that ‘back-to-school’ feeling and try something new – it could transform your body and mind. But do you struggle to know which fads are w

This week, our health writer Jackie Mitchell looks at the effects of thinning bones. OSTEOPENIA is a condition where bone mineral density is lower than the average adult, but not low enough to be diag

My Weekly’s favourite GP Dr Sarah Jarvis from TV and radio writes for you Very few of us are fond of the shorter days and colder weather which start to come around at this time of year. If you live wi