It has been more than 10 years in the making, but scientists are preparing to implant a ‘bionic eye’ in a human subject. Researchers at Monash University have developed wireless implants that sit on the surface of the brain, which are said to restore vision to the blind. Called Gennaris bionic vision system, it includes … Read more
She gave birth to her first child back in November. And TV presenter Steph McGovern revealed she had therapy after suffering from awful night terrors about losing her 10-month-old daughter. The former BBC Breakfast star, 38, told The Sun: ‘When I was younger, it would be worrying about school stuff. I once went out of … Read more
A Cystic Fibrosis sufferer who announced her desire to die by assisted suicide at Dignitas live on TV has been given a new lease of life by a groundbreaking drug. Jennie Thornton, 40, fell seriously ill earlier this year with a 30 per cent lung infection and feared that she could be killed if she … Read more
Scientists claim to have found a cure for hangovers in the form of a pill which can be bought for as little as 15p. It contains an chemical called L-cysteine, one of many amino acids already present in the body and also used to extend the shelf-life of bread. Researchers tested the tablet on a … Read more
Lauryn Goodman has been slammed for selling ‘scam’ crystals on Instagram that claim to cure fertility problems. The social media influencer, 29, welcomed baby boy Junior in April with England footballer Kyle Walker, and has said her pregnancy was ‘a miracle’ as she has medical condition endometriosis. The common condition causes painful periods and can … Read more
With only one drug so far proven to save the lives of Covid-19 patients, doctors are desperate to find more treatments to bolster their arsenal ahead of any second wave of the disease. One of the most promising therapies revolves around the Dracula-esque practice of giving hospitalised patients the blood of coronavirus survivors, in hope … Read more
New website called WindowSwap wants to help cure cabin fever by letting you browse picturesque views from other people’s windows around the world WindowSwap lets you ogle views from people’s windows across the world It lets users browse 10-minute videos of windows Options range from scenic pastures to grey cityscapes The project was undertaken during … Read more
MASK FACE HAVE I GOT IT? The cloth or disposable masks the public are wearing will undoubtedly be more comfortable than those worn in surgical settings, but as Monique Budden, 27, from Welling, South-East London, has discovered, they’re not without problems. Monique is a receptionist at a private medical clinic and has been back at … Read more
MAIL ON SUNDAY COMMENT: Boris must cure the perilous cabin fever that’s gripped Britain By Mail on Sunday Comment for the Daily Mail Published: 16:17 BST, 14 June 2020 | Updated: 16:18 BST, 14 June 2020 Those who stir up hatred and intolerance will find that it rebounds on them. If you have yourself chosen … Read more
While many turn to western medicine when suffering from a mildly sore back, stiff neck or interrupted sleeping patterns, an Australian acupuncturist has revealed how these common problems may be relieved at home by massaging pressure points. Brendan Smith, founder of the Sydney-based clinic Village Remedies, uses Chinese medicine practices to stimulate the body’s natural … Read more