Just in time for Xmas – Designer Perfume Discounts
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New drug dissolves arterial plaque – a major cause of heart disease
An injectable drug, Repatha, has been shown to dissolve damaging arterial plaques in a new patient trial. Plaque deposits are responsible for clogging up arteries and contribute to blood clots – a major cause of heart attacks. Clots block the … Continue reading
Dementia becomes main cause of death in UK, latest figures reveal
Dementia is now the leading cause of death in England and Wales, new figures from the UK’s Office of National Statistics reveal. The neurological disorder has now overtaken coronary heart disease at the top of the table. It was the … Continue reading
New – sophisticated and alluring leggings – £49.99 each
These lovely leggings would make a perfect present and/or stocking filler. Classy, sophisticated and alluring – these legs will win you admiring glances, update your winter wardrobe and you will get compliments from other ladies – asking where you bought … Continue reading
Win the ultimate beautiful skin kit – Sheer Cover Minerals worth £50+
Sheer Cover are industry leaders in the art of flawless makeup. The Sheer Cover Studio Introductory VIP Kit is worth over £50 – and we have one to give way in our competition – just answer a simple question in the form … Continue reading
Eating vanilla makes you happy, reveals new research
Eating something pleasant or equally unpleasant can change a persons mood is not a surprise to any of us. But according to new research in Food Research International vanilla yogurt made people feel happy according to the latest tests, researchers … Continue reading
Are you a shopaholic? Scientists prove it’s an illness!
People who shop excessively show signs of addiction, according to researchers at the University of Bergen. The researchers, at the Faculty of Psychology, have developed a new and unique method to measure shopping addiction: the Bergen Shopping Addiction Scale (BSAS) … Continue reading
New stem cell serum extract promises wrinkle reduction in weeks – full sized product worth £176 to be won
A new and potent anti-aging breakthrough derived from non-embryonic human stem cell research has just been launched in Europe. And Elixir has a samples of this exclusive Blue Horizon Stem Cell Serum to give away in our competition. All you … Continue reading
The rejuvenating power of sleep revealed
Many previous studies suggest that a good night’s sleep can rejuvenate the mind and body. Now in a new study by Judith Carroll, from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA; California, USA), and colleagues reveals how partial sleep deprivation … Continue reading
Special hotels at special prices
Hotels in top capital cities and idyllic locations are usually prohibitiavely expensive – here at some that are boutique and offering a seasonal discount:
Discover the Cruise Show with our discount ticket offer
Discover a whole world of voyages at one of The CRUISE Shows this autumn… The CRUISE Show takes place in Birmingham: 12-13 September; Manchester: 26-27 September and Glasgow: 10-11 October 2015′ As Europe’s leading cruise event, The CRUISE Show will … Continue reading
Wheelchair bound man walks with Rex the Robot
A 37-year-old British man unable to walk because of a serious spinal cord injury has stood up and ‘walked’ with the aid of robotics. The man who is wheelchair-bound was mobilised by the robotic system, known as the REX in … Continue reading
Searches for depression and anxiety soar reveals Google
Online searches via Google on anxiety tripled while those relating to depression increased by half, compared with just five years ago. People prefer to turn to the internet rather than their doctor for medical advice, it has been revealed in … Continue reading
People who stand more live longer – new campaign to get Britain on its feet!
How long do you sit? Carnegie University researchers Dr Michelle Mellis and Dr Zoe Rutherford, look ahead to the forthcoming ‘On your Feet Britain’ campaign and offer their expert advice on how to become more active in the workplace. Have … Continue reading
Win an overnight stay for 2 at Champney’s
April is the time for fresh starts and new beginnings! Spring has sprung and we’re getting all kinds of broody as we start to notice the blossoming nature around us. If you’re expecting, then this is the prize for you … Continue reading
Selfridges spotlights mature creators and artists
Selfridges’ tradition of beginning the year with unexpected, thought-provoking concepts continues with the launch of Bright Old Things. However, in a twist on its annual Bright Young Things scheme, which usually focuses on the introduction of gifted young new talent, … Continue reading
The Jolie effect continues as tests for breast cancer gene soar
A new study has confirmed that tests for the cancer gene BRCA have continued to soar following Angelina Jolie’s decision to have a double mastectomy after a similar test. BRCA testing rates surged nearly 40% in the week of Angelina … Continue reading
How to keep fit all year round
Inspired by the fact that most give up on their new year’s resolutions on February, Simply Gym has created a guide to keeping to your health and fitness resolutions all year long, including some motivation tips and monthly goals to … Continue reading
Popularity of cosmetic surgery nose dives in UK
The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) recently revealed that the popularity of cosmetic surgery in the UK took a nose dive in 2014. The reported number of procedures performed during the year was down by 9% from 50,122 … Continue reading
UK luxury store Selfridges helps fund new Alzheimer’s research initiative
Three leading research funders from the UK and North America have joined forces to launch a new global initiative called MEND or, MEchanisms of cellular death in NeuroDegeneration, with a fund of $1.25m USD (£820,000/$1.56CDN) for targeted research into brain … Continue reading
One in five new retirees will have debts taking nearly a decade to pay off
Almost one in five (19 per cent) of those planning to retire this year will do so with debts outstanding, averaging £21,800, according to new research from Prudential. The insurer’s ‘Class of’ research into the future plans, finances and aspirations … Continue reading
Fluoride in tea is not a health risk
Current tea consumption is unlikely to provide fluoride intakes that exceed safe limits for adults and children according to a new study just presented to the Nutrition Society by Dr Carrie Ruxton, independent public health nutritionist. Commenting on the research … Continue reading
Women juggle work & life balance better with age
British women are struggling to bring balance to their lives, with only one in four (27%) saying they successfully juggle the demands of work, family and a social life. But over-40s are the most likely to get it right, with … Continue reading
Fish oils help brain health in old age
Certain nutrients and ‘omega’ n-3 (omega) long chain fatty acids found in fish oils may offer a benefit to cognitive function in older age, according to a review by Dr Carrie Ruxton, independent public health nutritionist on behalf of Equazen, … Continue reading
Former EastEnders star Charlie Brooks gets fit to tread the boards
Best known as Eastenders troublemaker Janine Butcher, bringing drama to Albert Square with a medley of cocaine addition, murder and prostitution, Charlie Brooks is now taking her talent on tour, playing Sandra in the iconic play, Beautiful Thing. The ‘Walford … Continue reading