For two years, 23-year-old Leah Kalkan from the UK was told her severe back pain was caused by sciatica. But after flying to Greece for private scans, doctors discovered a grapefruit-sized tumour on her spine, revealing the shocking truth behind her misdiagnosis.
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Eating Greek yogurt after workouts may reduce inflammation better than carbohydrate-based snacks, helping the body recover faster and support overall health.
Australian radio presenter Nicky Osborne criticized Qantas after lounge staff allegedly told her to button up her jacket and cover her cleavage to avoid offending other cultures, sparking a public debate on dress codes.
Recent studies confirm that taking Tylenol (known as paracetamol in Australia) during pregnancy may increase…
Marissa Laimou, a 28-year-old Greek heiress, died in her London home on September 11, 2025, a day after being discharged from University College London Hospital. She had sought treatment for dizziness and fever, reportedly from an insect bite, but sent distressing messages from the hospital, saying, “Nobody is checking up on me.” Her family claims inadequate care and is considering legal action.
The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) unanimously voted to end universal COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, shifting to individual-based decision-making. This aligns with the FDA’s narrowed approvals for those over 65 or with medical conditions. The panel also postponed a vote on delaying newborn hepatitis B vaccination, citing safety concerns, while emphasizing the vaccine’s role in nearly eliminating the virus in U.S. infants.
Stefanos Tsitsipas, struggling with a disappointing 2025 season, has embarked on a social media detox to reduce stress and improve mental health. The Greek tennis star, who recently split with coach Goran Ivanisevic, aims to inspire young athletes to focus on real-life activities.
From India’s ancient system of medicine, Ayurveda, to global wellness circles, the ritual of starting the day with ghee has gone viral. But do the benefits stack up?
Kea, Greece – Health authorities have completed testing of clinical and environmental samples collected from…
Greece’s Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis faces backlash for praising the public health system’s treatment of billionaire Tom Greenwood, injured in a Mykonos quad bike crash, while hospital staff highlight preventable deaths due to understaffing and delays.
Discover how Greek researcher Nikolaos Zacharakis contributed to a revolutionary immune therapy that cured a terminal breast cancer patient, marking a historic breakthrough in cancer treatment.
Health advocate, author and speaker Dr Fay Karpouzis talks about Lifestyle Medicine, an area which is becoming increasingly popular.
According to Dr Stathis Gonos, longevity’s secrets are not hidden in a pharmaceutical “cocktail” or a cutting-edge gene-editing tool capable of reshaping DNA into flawless spirals.
In a pioneering medical milestone, Greece has performed its first successful liver transplant surgeries on patients with colorectal cancer that had metastasised exclusively to the liver.
Avincis has launched helicopter emergency medical services in Greece in partnership with AK Aviation, boosting the country’s rapid-response capabilities with AW139 helicopters based in Rhodes.
A new study reveals that factors found in young human blood can rejuvenate aged skin by restoring bone marrow function and promoting skin regeneration, opening doors to targeted anti-aging therapies.
Australians with Parkinson’s Gain New Hope with VYALEV PBS Listing
China has reinstated strict COVID-style measures in Guangdong province to combat a surging Chikungunya virus outbreak. Transmitted by mosquitoes, the virus has infected thousands, prompting hospital quarantines, mosquito eradication campaigns, and mask mandates in the region.
Google DeepMind’s Greek-Singaporean CEO Demis Hassabis predicts AI will revolutionize healthcare by automating doctors’ diagnostic tasks but not nurses’ empathy-driven roles. As AI reshapes industries, leaders like Amazon’s Andy Jassy and Nvidia’s Jensen Huang warn of job disruptions, urging workers to adapt through reskilling for a future where AI and humans collaborate.
Greek-American Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla attended a $25 million MAGA Inc. fundraiser at Trump’s Bedminster golf club, following Trump’s demand for lower U.S. drug prices in line with international rates, raising questions about pharmaceutical alignment with his agenda.
Once one of Chanel’s ten Ultimate Make-up Artists worldwide, Alex Divanis is back from his Greek island dream and in high demand for editorial shoots, bridal beauty and collaborations like Sydney Fashion Blogger Antoinette Marie’s podcast More Is Never Enough.
Three new cases of West Nile virus were reported in Greece last week, bringing the total to seven this summer, with infections traced to West Attica, Ilia, and Serbia.
The U.S. will remove mercury from flu vaccines after a panel led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. voted to address concerns over thimerosal, aiming to boost public trust in immunizations.
President Trump announced on Truth Social that Coca-Cola will reformulate its U.S. products to use real cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), aligning with the “Make America Healthy Again” initiative to remove toxic additives from processed foods. This shift, driven by Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., could increase U.S. sugar consumption by 4.4%, impacting corn processors like ADM while benefiting sugar producers. Other major food companies, including PepsiCo, Mars, and Kraft-Heinz, are also eliminating artificial dyes and ingredients, prompting calls to support local farmers and reject globalist-controlled processed foods.
A Bill Gates-backed study analyzing proteins from 35,000 people has uncovered biological warning signs for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, identifying protein patterns linked to memory loss and brain decline. This breakthrough could enable earlier diagnosis and new treatments to prevent these diseases.
In the world of beauty, few products have achieved the cult status of Charlotte Tilbury’s…
The European Commission has launched a privacy-focused age verification app to protect children from harmful online content, with Greece among the first EU countries to test it. The app aligns with the Digital Services Act and future digital identity systems, while Australia is also adopting similar measures.
The ECDC has issued a warning about Vibrio bacteria thriving in European waters due to climate-driven warmer conditions. Beachgoers are urged to avoid raw shellfish, cook seafood thoroughly, and protect wounds from water exposure to prevent serious infections.
Exclusive interview with Dr Charlie Teo reveals the real story behind Australia’s most talked-about neurosurgeon and his $51M fundraising legacy.
Nicole Kidman is spending her summer holidays on the idyllic island of Paxos in Greece, spotted enjoying a relaxed evening with friends at a local cocktail bar.
