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WHO ends alcohol promotion after UK backlash

The World Health Organisation has withdrawn its contentious alcohol reduction campaign following criticism from UK health officials who questioned the scientific evidence behind the initiative.

Social drinker nearly dies from liver failure

A British man's shocking story of how his 'normal' drinking habits led to near-fatal liver cirrhosis at just 54, with a crucial warning from doctors about alcohol consumption.

Childhood IQ predicts adult alcohol risk, study finds

Groundbreaking UK research discovers children with lower cognitive test scores face significantly higher risk of developing alcohol-related problems as adults, including dependency and dangerous behaviours.

Poor Sleep Ageing Your Brain Faster, Study Reveals

Groundbreaking research uncovers how poor sleep quality is accelerating brain ageing in British adults, with scientists revealing what happens when your brain gets older than your body.

Your Drinking Habits Could Be Shrinking Your Brain

Groundbreaking research reveals how even moderate alcohol consumption accelerates brain shrinkage, dramatically increasing dementia risk. Discover the vital changes you can make to protect your cognitive health.

Study: Any Alcohol Consumption Raises Disease Risk

Groundbreaking research reveals that any alcohol consumption, no matter how moderate, increases your chances of developing over 60 medical conditions including heart disease and diabetes.

Walk Backwards to Boost Brain Health and Fight Dementia

Groundbreaking UCLA research suggests the viral 'retro-walking' trend could significantly boost brain health, improve memory, and help protect against cognitive decline. Discover the surprising science behind walking backwards.

Puzzles and Dementia: Truth Revealed

New research examines whether doing puzzles truly protects against dementia. Discover the science behind cognitive decline and what really works for brain health.

Texas Mom Dies From Brain Haemorrhage After Catching Flu

A healthy Texas mother-of-three, Witten Daniel, tragically died from a brain haemorrhage after a common flu virus aggravated a previously undetected brain condition known as a cavernoma. Her family shares their heartbreaking story to raise awareness.

How to make friends at university without alcohol

Discover practical strategies for building a vibrant social life at uni without relying on booze. From sober societies to daytime events, learn how to forge genuine connections and thrive.

Poor Sleep Ages Your Brain & Fuels Dementia Risk

Groundbreaking UK research reveals the terrifying link between chronic sleep deprivation and accelerated brain ageing, uncovering a major new risk factor for dementia and cognitive decline.

Kerala 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Death Sparks Health Alert

Health officials in India's Kerala state issue a warning after a teenager dies from a rare and fatal brain infection caused by the 'brain-eating amoeba', Naegleria fowleri, found in contaminated water.

Breakthrough Scan Predicts Dementia a Decade Early

Groundbreaking research from Johns Hopkins reveals a new MRI technique that detects iron-linked brain changes, potentially predicting dementia up to a decade in advance and paving the way for early interventions.

Eye tilt symptom reveals child's brain tumour

The story of a mother's intuition and the crucial eye symptom that uncovered her daughter's rare brain tumour, optic nerve glioma. Learn the signs every parent should know.

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