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Christmas tree syndrome: why the festive evergreen can make your nose run – and what you can do about it

Christmas tree syndrome: why the festive evergreen can make your nose run – and what you can do about it: These health issues are trigged by the allergens that normally reside in live Christmas trees. voronaman/ Shutterstock Decorating the Christmas tree is a beloved tradition for many of us during the festive season. While some …

Exercise benefits physical and brain health in people with Down’s syndrome – new research

Exercise benefits physical and brain health in people with Down’s syndrome – new research: An exercise as simple and accessible as walking can have significant health benefits for people with Down's syndrome. Halfpoint/ Shutterstock Exercise is known to have many benefits when it comes to cognitive function – such as improving memory and concentration skills. …

Polycystic ovary syndrome and gut health: what you need to know

Polycystic ovary syndrome and gut health: what you need to know: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects around 8% to 13% of women during their reproductive years. Symptoms include irregular menstrual cycles, acne, excessive facial hair growth, voice changes, ovarian cysts and challenges in conception. It can also increase your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes …

Polycystic ovary syndrome: losing weight can help but many sufferers are vulnerable to bad advice on social media

Polycystic ovary syndrome: losing weight can help but many sufferers are vulnerable to bad advice on social media: There are millions of #pcosdiet posts on social media. Krakenimages.com/ Shutterstock Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal condition which affects how the ovaries work, is thought to affect 20% of women worldwide. Yet despite how common the …

Foetal alcohol syndrome: facial modelling study explores technology to aid diagnosis

Foetal alcohol syndrome: facial modelling study explores technology to aid diagnosis: Advances in facial recognition technology may have useful applications in healthcare. Getty Images Foetal alcohol syndrome is a lifelong condition caused by exposing an unborn baby to alcohol. It’s a pattern of mental, physical and behavioural symptoms seen in some people whose mothers consumed …

What is ‘eldest daughter syndrome’ and how can we fix it?

What is ‘eldest daughter syndrome’ and how can we fix it?: Eldest daughters often take on the lion's share of domestic responsibilities. Pexels/nishant aneja Have you heard of “eldest daughter syndrome”? It’s the emotional burden eldest daughters tend to take on (and are encouraged to take on) in many families from a young age. From …

Lucky girl syndrome: the potential dark side of TikTok’s extreme positive thinking trend

Lucky girl syndrome: the potential dark side of TikTok’s extreme positive thinking trend: 'Lucky girl syndrome' is similar to the 'law of attraction'. Ground Picture/ Shutterstock If you’re looking for ways to bring more positive changes into your life, TikTok recommends jumping on the “lucky girl syndrome” trend. The hashtag links countless videos, all claiming …

American man developed an Irish accent after getting prostate cancer – foreign accent syndrome explained

American man developed an Irish accent after getting prostate cancer – foreign accent syndrome explained: pathdoc/Shutterstock An American man developed an Irish accent following treatment for metastatic prostate cancer. The man was in his 50s and had never been to Ireland. The accent was described as “uncontrolled”, meaning the man couldn’t stop talking with an …

Céline Dion reveals she has stiff person syndrome – an expert explains the condition

Céline Dion reveals she has stiff person syndrome – an expert explains the condition: In an emotional message, Céline Dion recently revealed to her Instagram followers that she has a rare condition called stiff person syndrome. The condition has begun to affect the 54-year-old Canadian singer’s vocal cords and her walking. As a result, she …

Uncombable hair syndrome: new study finds the genes responsible

Uncombable hair syndrome: new study finds the genes responsible: For illustrative purposes only. Not a person with actual uncombable hair syndrome. vasylshepella/Shutterstock It’s a hair condition that has frustrated parents for decades, now scientists believe they have found the genes responsible for “uncombable hair syndrome”. Yes, it really is a thing. Uncombable hair syndrome is …

Boris Johnson: a terminal case of hubris syndrome

Boris Johnson: a terminal case of hubris syndrome: As Boris Johnson barricades himself in Number 10, apparently unwilling or unable to listen to the advice of close party colleagues who are calling on him to resign, how can we understand this bizarre melodrama? As I watched Johnson’s appearance in front of the House of Commons …

Justin Bieber: what is Ramsay Hunt syndrome, the condition affecting the singer?

Justin Bieber: what is Ramsay Hunt syndrome, the condition affecting the singer?: DFree/Shutterstock Justin Bieber has had to cancel future concert dates because of a viral infection that has paralysed one side of his face. “As you can see, this eye is not blinking,” Bieber told his fans in a video on Instagram. “I can’t …

Tourette’s syndrome: just a joke?

Tourette’s syndrome: just a joke?: For many people, Tourette’s syndrome is nothing more than blurting out inappropriate words and phrases, including profanities. Celebrities and even politicians have used the word Tourette’s to relieve the tension of an awkward situation or excuse their ill-judged outbursts. Many of us have had a giggle or a laugh without …

Holiday heart syndrome: binge drinking can cause heart problems

Holiday heart syndrome: binge drinking can cause heart problems: nelen/Shutterstock Many people enjoy a tipple over the festive season, but overdoing it could cause “holiday heart syndrome”, a condition where the heart beats abnormally – known as atrial fibrillation or AF. This is often experienced as a fluttering in the chest. If it continues for …