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Why quick fixes won’t lower our cortisol levels

Ruth Clegg Health and wellbeing reporter Getty Images It could apparently change the shape of my face, add pounds to my midriff, and even make my hair fall out. I feel like warnings about cortisol – a stress hormone I know very little about – have hijacked my social media accounts. I see posts advising […]

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Ten Commandments in Louisiana classrooms blocked by court : NPR

A copy of the Ten Commandments is posted along with other historical documents in a hallway at the Georgia Capitol in Atlanta on June 20, 2024. On Friday, a panel of federal appellate judges ruled that a Louisiana law requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in the state’s public school classrooms is unconstitutional. John […]

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NHS plans to DNA test all babies in England to assess disease risk

Every newborn baby in England will have their DNA mapped to assess their risk of hundreds of diseases, under NHS plans for the next 10 years. The scheme, first reported by the Daily Telegraph, is part of a government drive towards predicting and preventing illness, which will also see £650m invested in DNA research for […]

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What children in poverty could lose from the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ : NPR

Republicans are proposing changes that could result in some children and families losing access to health care, food benefits and financial assistance. Annie Otzen/Moment RF via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Annie Otzen/Moment RF via Getty Images Low-income children and families would be among the groups hit hardest by Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill […]

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How to sleep in the heat

Getty Images Temperatures are expected to be high over the coming days in many parts of the UK, so here are some tips to help you get a good night’s sleep during hot weather. 1. No napping Hot weather can make us feel a bit lethargic during the day. That is because we are using […]

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What do heatwaves do to the body and who is most at risk?

Getty Images Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. Experts recommend checking on those who may be more vulnerable, such as older people and babies. What does extreme heat do to our bodies? As the body gets hotter, blood vessels open up. This leads […]

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How to keep your yourself and your home cool in hot weather

Esme Stallard Climate and science reporter Visual Journalism Team BBC News Getty Images When temperatures soar, here are six simple things you can do to keep your home and yourself cool. 1. Let in cool air and encourage air flow Open windows on opposite sides of the house to encourage air flow – releasing trapped […]

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