DR ELLIE CANNON: Why are so many of us suffering dizzy spells?

There’s an epidemic that GPs across the country are battling every day – or, I should say, another epidemic. And this one’s been a problem for as long as I’ve been a doctor. It’s the reason millions of Britons struggle to get out of bed in the morning. It leaves some unable to drive, or … Read more

Dizzy spells could be a warning sign that your brain is being damaged by eating BREAD

Dizzy spells, clumsiness, loss of balance and falls. All worrying and strikingly common symptoms that affect millions of Britons. And while sinister causes such as cancer or a stroke, blood pressure fluctuations and infections can be quickly ruled out, for many the trigger – and an effective remedy – can remain elusive. But could the … Read more

Feeling dizzy after standing up may indicate dementia risk

Feeling dizzy after you stand up may be a predictor of dementia in later life, a study has claimed.  The complaint is caused by orthostatic hypotension, a form of low blood pressure that happens when you stand up. Researchers at the University of California found people who suffered the problem were up to 40 per … Read more