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Gloves and masks litter Middle East amid virus panic

While walking in Beirut during the coronavirus lockdown recently, Omar Frangieh was struck by the number of face masks and gloves littering the Lebanese capital. The photographer, concerned that contaminated waste could itself transmit the disease, took 200 photos of discarded personal protective equipment and posted them in a Facebook album he titled “Invaders in […]

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Are YOU cursed with the mid-life middle? How to beat the bulge

Are YOU cursed with the mid-life middle? From cutting carbs to 10-minute toning tips, experts reveal how you can beat the bulge (and why beer might not be to blame!) Dr Sarah Brewer, medical nutritionist, reveals everything you need to know about haywire hormones and slowing metabolism Your waist measurement could be key to your […]

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Scientists create warning signs people will suffer from frailness

Old before your time? Scientists have put together five warning signs middle-aged people will suffer from frailness in retirement Being inactive, obese and a smoker are the three biggest causes of frailness Having high levels of proteins that mark inflammation also boost the risk Living alone in middle age almost doubles the risk of frailty […]