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Terrifying shift in who's getting cancer sparks alarm across America

The face of cancer in the US is shifting from older to younger patients - and from men to women. Over the past three decades, cancer deaths have fallen 34 percent, leading to 4.5million fewer deaths over that period, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS) report. But while rates of disease have generally declined among men, they appear to be climbing among women, especially young women.

I was prescribed a common antibiotic and wasn't told of the risks... I'm now disabled and

Talia Smith, 45, was rendered permanently disabled and wheelchair-bound after being prescribed a common antibiotic in 2021. What happened next felt like 'a bomb going off' in her body: After three pills, sharp pains like she was being electrocuted shot up from her feet to her legs. Her muscles became so stiff that she couldn't move. Eventually, she could no longer shower by herself or chew and swallow food unless it was pureed first.

Dozens of American food companies will have to reformulate their products or face being squeezed out of the market. Many brands, including ConAgra and Nestle are taking steps to phase out red 3.

A new major study into the sexuality of more than 4,000 Americans, looked at how upper body strength is an indicator of sexual antics.

A brand of five spice powder popular in Chinese dishes is being recalled in 15 states over fears it could be contaminated with lead.

American researchers found cancer rates in women under 50 in the US are now 82 per cent higher than men of the same age and data suggests a similar pattern is emerging in the UK.

Americans weigh in on Trump's Daylight Saving policy that would directly affect nearly

Nearly half of Americans would support Donald Trump's plan to abolish Daylight Saving Time, an exclusive DailyMail.com poll has revealed. The survey by J.L Partners found that 48 percent of respondents would strongly support or somewhat support eliminating the twice-yearly changing of the clocks. For comparison, only 19 percent said they would oppose dumping the practice, while 33 percent said they were neutral or had no opinion.

The podcaster, 57, who described his grim ordeal online, said diarrhoea was 'really the only one "bad" thing' about the trendy zero-carb diet.

Experts have warned using some versions of these products designed to keep us clean could indiscriminately wipe-out out those microorganisms that are actually good for our health.

Malcolm Ledgar, 64, based in the UK frequently worked around asbestos as an apprentice joiner in 1975, but at that time, 'nobody knew how bad' it was.

US based Neurologist Dr Baibing Chen, who goes by Dr Bing on social media, warned that although most headaches are 'harmless' there are some red flags that he does look out for.

Cosmetic experts weigh in on Trump AG pick Pam Bondi's age-defying look

Donald Trump 's pick for attorney general stunned at her Senate confirmation hearing this week. And it wasn't just her quick answers and political acumen that impressed. People couldn't believe that the rising MAGA star was 59 years old, with social media full of posts gushing about her age-defying looks. Cosmetic experts have credited her youthful appearance, in part, to her incredible weight loss journey, estimating she had shed 50 to 70lbs in recent years. Dr Norman Rowe, a plastic surgeon in Florida and New York City , said Bondi's 'stunning' physical transformation shows 'an ounce of prevention is worth a ton of cure'. Meanwhile, Dr Paul Rosenberg - a plastic surgeon in New York City - believes her look was achieved with skillful use of makeup, hair dye and a rigorous skincare routine.

Under laws that came into effect three years ago, outlets with more than 250 workers are legally required to provide calorie information for non-prepacked food and soft drinks.

Zyn nicotine pouches loved by young people for their appetite-suppressing effects have officially been approved in the US.

Scientists in the US have revealed whether bottled or tap water is safer from harmful microplastics and toxic forever chemicals amid a mountain of recent research comparing the two.

Shade Martin, 36, from upstate New York, decided to turn to fruit after suffering with a frozen shoulder. Some alkaline fruits - such as pineapple and mangos - have anti-inflammatory properties.

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If your body is bigger in specific areas you are at higher risk of colon cancer... no

Where you store fat, as opposed to how much you have, may be a bigger risk factor for colon cancer. Researchers found they could catch twice as many cases if they screened for people's waist and hip sizes, rather than using on body mass index (BMI). People with a large belly and narrower hips, sometimes called an 'apple shape', were up to 40 percent more likely to be diagnosed than those with a 'pear-shaped' body. By comparison, patients with the highest body BMIs were 23 percent more likely to develop colon cancer than those with the lowest. The study of nearly half a million adults suggests that being 'centrally obese' is more dangerous than how much you weigh.

Appalling report lays bare humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan after Biden's catastrophic

A recent survey by researchers at Lawrence Technical University in the US reported that nearly 90 percent of Afghans were going hungry, 84 percent had lost access to healthcare, and 85 percent had received threats of violence. The chaotic withdrawal of US involvement in Afghanistan, its bolstering of the military, its government, and counterinsurgency activities, has been designated a stain on Joe Biden 's presidency.

In a TikTok viewed over 8million times Steve Kinyon, who lives in Utah in the US, revealed the colossal amount of carbonated drinks he consumes on a daily basis.

The 'game changing' weekly injections have helped thousands of people who need to lose weight and improve their health. But it has an unwanted side effect.

Jonathan Jacob Meijer, a 43-year-old YouTuber from the Netherlands, faces legal action from one of the mothers of his donor children who accuses him of not 'keeping away'

Youtuber Luke Longden, who lives near Doncaster, described himself a complete novice runner but embarked on the challenge to see if he could inspire others to take up a new fitness goal.

Osteoporosis, breast cancer, even bladder infections are all health conditions we normally associate with women. Yet they can affect men too and a lack of awareness could be fatal.

The FDA banned the use of red 3 dye in foods, giving hundreds if not thousands of manufacturers about three years to formulate or be forced out of the market.

Dementia explosion stunningly linked to one of America's favorite foods

Eating too much bacon or hot dogs raises the risk of dementia later in life, according to a major government-funded study. Harvard researchers looked at 133,000 adults for four decades and evaluated how much processed and unprocessed red meat they ate on an average per day. They found that eating one serving of processed red meat - roughly two slices of bacon or a single sausage - increased dementia risk by 13 percent. Additionally, consuming at least one serving of unprocessed meat - ground beef or lamb, for example - was linked to a 16 percent increased chance of cognitive decline, a precursor to dementia.

If you're one of the millions of Americans who likes to unwind with a glass of wine or beer at the end of the day, then you could be putting yourself at a high risk for cancer or early death.

American scientists found inhaling xenon boosted brain health and improved problem-solving skills, which could potentially help combat the currently incurable disease.

The 'Ferrari of viruses' that causes violent diarrhea and stomach pains is having its biggest surge since before the Covid pandemic, official data suggests.

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Dr Joseph Mercola, a family medicine osteopathic physician revealed to DailyMail.com the common kitchen products he avoids due to exposure to harmful microplastics.

Cheryle Brandon, 51, from Surrey started experiencing what she thought were relatively minor ailments but the real cause turned out to be a cancer that kills most people within a year.

3 symptoms women should NEVER ignore - because they could be a sign of deadly cervical

It's often called a 'silent killer' because it can develop without symptoms for years and go unnoticed. But recognising just three symptoms could result in a lifesaving early diagnosis. Cervical cancer is the 14th most common cancer in females in the UK, affecting around 3,300 people per year.

For the people it affects (and anyone who shares a bed with them) restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a torturous condition.

The unnamed patient, described as a housewife and believed to be from southern Italy developed a condition called unilateral gigantomastia, where only one breast grows abnormally large.

Social media influencer Bella, who shares videos under the Instagram alias 'steakandbuttergal', is said to have avoided all carbohydrates, fruit and vegetables for the past six years.

Harvard researchers reveal exact temperature to set the thermostat to ward off dementia

Harvard researchers have found the ideal temperature to set your house to in order to ward off dementia. After tracking dozens of over-65s for one year, the team found that a temperature between 68F and 75F (20 to 24C) was best. They said that older adults whose homes were in this range were less likely to self-report difficulty concentrating than those whose homes were hotter or colder.

The new analysis of existing cancer registry data found 58 per cent of people in England diagnosed with the six 'least survivable' cancers die within a year.

John Michael Murdoch, 52, was undergoing a tracheostomy - a procedure to create a breathing hold in his neck - after he was diagnosed with a form of cancer in his tongue.

Dr Justin Houman, a urologist and professor of urology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, revealed to DailyMail.com the nine drinks most likely to make you pee more often.

Panic ensued after a high school student in Pennsylvania with a highly contagious disease returned to school without being cleared by their doctor.

A plastic surgeon has revealed the subtle cosmetic tweaks that celebrities can use to look ten years younger - and that often don't leave a visible scar.

Researchers looked at 50,000 items from Target, Walmart and Whole Foods to see what ingredients are really lurking in our food.

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