Mya Bollan

3 weeks ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Mya Bollan |Ewan Mowat

Around 333 million of the delicious sweet treats are sold in the UK every year. The Easter weekend falls a bit later than normal this year. As the religious holiday's dates are based on the lunar cycle, Christians won't be celebrating the annual event until April 18-21. But this hasn't stopped the more commercial aspect of Easter coming in at the same time. If anything, the lateness of the holiday means that we get to enjoy chocolate goodies for even longer this year.

1 month ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Mya Bollan |Kate Lally

Lung cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the UK, with nearly 35,000 people dying from the disease each year. This cancer tends to spread faster than other forms of the disease, with cells migrating through the bloodstream into the lungs and other body parts. Tragically, lung cancer is often only identified once it has already metastasised, making it more perilous and challenging to treat. The sooner lung cancer is detected, the better the survival rate generally is.

Jan 23, 2025 | dailyrecord.co.uk | Mya Bollan |Fionnuala Boyle

Scotland is a nation of animal-lovers, and dogs especially are often a significant part of our lives. From Golden Retrievers to West Highland Terriers, these furry companions are integral members of many families. On Wednesday, Ricky Gervais shared the devastating news that Anti, the German Shepherd who starred as Brandy in the hit Netflix series After Life, has died aged 13.

Nov 6, 2024 | dailyrecord.co.uk | Georgia Burns |Mya Bollan

Having high cholesterol can be deadly if left untreated. A person with high cholesterol has too much fatty substance in their blood which can clog up the arteries. Often, symptoms don't manifest until the condition becomes severe, with ominous signs appearing when a person's arteries become blocked. This obstruction makes it harder for blood to be transported to essential organs throughout the body.

Nov 6, 2024 | gloucestershirelive.co.uk | Unzela Khan |Mya Bollan

We each harbour trillions of bacteria within our gut. The common perception is that bacteria are harmful, causing sickness and disease, but in reality, certain bacteria are vital for maintaining our health and fitness. Our guts are home to bacteria and other microbes (including fungi and viruses), which play a pivotal role in digestion, immune function, and weight regulation. An imbalance in these can result in an unhealthy gut, leading to various problems in our daily lives.