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Daily Express - Health

Lowest temperature to set heating so you don't catch a cold — experts say the same thing -- Stay warm, stay well.

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Breakfast treat 'high cholesterol' fears 'a fuss' say scientists

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NHS urges anyone with 4 symptoms to call 999 – could be deadly

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BBC Morning Live GP says Tesco Clubcard data could help detect cancer early

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Scientists think fat jab could cure 1 major unlikely health condition

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Eating green leaf could 'naturally reverse' high blood pressure

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NHS staff ordered to stop discouraging first cousin marriages in government guidance

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Prime Minister shares cancer screening update after NHS chemotherapy nurse's campaign - Chemotherapy nurse Gemma Reeves has been campaigning for breast cancer screening to be offered...

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'I'm a doctor and I eat dinner for breakfast to help with weight loss'

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Diet eaten by many Brits found to 'significantly raise'; risk of dying

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Urgent health warning to owners as Salmonella, Campylobacter and E.coli found in pet food

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Millions of Britons balding too soon due to one common habit

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Daily coffee habit slashes dementia risk - but you have to do it right

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FREE Holland & Barrett Snacks -- Fancy a free snack?

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'Paler than usual skin' and more 'noticeable heartbeats' may be signs of common deficiency -- The deficiency is responsible for 57,000 UK hospital admissions each year, but the condition is...

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NHS issues warning over Vitamin D killer disease worries -- Health officials advise people to take the supplement this month - but said they could make a...

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I tried Japanese walking - after one month my heart rate dropped 10 points -- The method involves alternating three minutes of fast walking with three minutes of slow walking...

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Get checked for issue linked to 'stroke and heart disease' at pharmacies across England

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Nutritionist shares shopping picks for anyone with high cholesterol

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Millions on blood pressure medication issued warning

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Five common UK foods identified that could help you prevent grey hair

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Dr Amir Khan issues warning for people who 'spend ages in the toilet' -- The TV doctor, who regularly appears on ITV shows, has issued advice in a podcast episode

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NHS GP issues 'red flag' warning to anyone taking omeprazole for acid reflux -- For those dealing with persistent symptoms, doctors may prescribe PPIs like omeprazole to...

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The earth might not have moved during sex – but these 9 bits of your body did -- From our head to your toes, there's an earthquake happening inside every time we have sex....

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NHS warns unusual sign of coeliac disease could appear in hands and feet - The NHS has urged people to get checked out as soon as possible

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Eating dark chocolate could hold key to major health benefit sought after by millions

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'Daytime tiredness' could be caused by breaking expert's '2pm rule'

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Potassium-packed 55p fruit could help slash blood pressure

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Nutrient 2/3rds of world don't get enough of for joint health and the 59p-a-day solution

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Winter can make this common female condition worse – here's how to protect yourself

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'I'm a doctor - a sore tongue and memory issues may be a sign of one deficiency' -- Dr Suraj Kukadia, also known as Dr Sooj,drew attention to various potential symptoms of one...

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UK scientists create OAP vest that 'senses' when you have hypothermia -- EXCLUSIVE: The smart-tech reduces the increased risk that elderly people face due to losing body...

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'It's devastating knowing I have stage 4 cancer and it is not being treated' -- NHS cancer targets are two weeks from diagnosis to treatment but one woman is still waiting 14...

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17 signs of rare cancer which is often misdiagnosed by GPs as more common illnesses -- Sufferers of neuroendocrine cancer often wait four-and-a-half years before being diagnosed. It...

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Full list of all baby formulas recalled as 36 infants 'poisoned' by toxin

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Parents urged to check baby milk as FSA issues rare 'do not use' statement

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Men over 50 issued unlikely health warning – not just women

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Flu breakthrough as new nasal spray promises to block viruses before infection

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Monty Don reveals major decade long health battle after ignoring doctor's advice -- Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don said he could "barely hobble to the end of the garden"...

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Find out if you're colour blind by doing quick number test on your phone -- Colour blindness impacts approximately 1 in 12 men (8%) and 1 in 200 women, and there's a quick...

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Cardiologist says five lesser-known habits harm your heart health -- A top cardiologist has shared five common habits that could be putting your cardiovascular...

5 days ago

NHS shares five lifestyle changes to lower cholesterol 'before' statins

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The ONLY six side effects caused by statins revealed in major study — full list

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Exactly time to drink coffee and how many cups you should have to avoid insomnia - A study has revealed when people should drink coffee to help their health

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Ozempic and Wegovy users new warning to 'go to casualty' with vision-loss side effect

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UKHSA warning to stop using these four wipes after infection outbreak

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Four key signs of infection to spot as UKHSA warns of outbreak linked to wipes

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Free NHS service could help people reduce risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes

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Type-1 diabetic shares 3 changes to rice that prevent blood sugar spikes

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'I'm an oncologist and all young women must do 5 things now to cut cancer risk'

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Urgent warning to Brits visiting beautiful island after 150 catch deadly stomach bug -- Six people have died after falling ill with stomach bugs linked to the country, solicitors said.

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Parkinson's symptom that can come on years before tremors -- Most people with the condition experience this often-overlooked warning sign

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Cheap snack can lower dementia risk by 12 per cent as 14 risk factors identified -- A study has not only shown how one snack can slash risks, but another has noted that 14 common...

5 days ago

'Serious' illness UK alert as parents urged to make essential check

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Psychologist explains dementia sign that may intensify in the afternoon hours

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Cancer Care letter from the Express's Robert Fisk stayed with me – change is long overdue -- WES STREETING MP: The courage of Robert and everyone else who shared their stories ensured we...

7 days ago

Doctor warns leg sign 'that worsens through day' could be heart disease symptom

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Woman receives face transplant after Canary Islands insect bite

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Wes Streeting has heard our cry – now NHS must deliver for us cancer patients

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Express victory as Wes Streeting actions our Cancer Care Crusade NHS demand

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Doctor urges people to stop taking paracetamol alongside 1 common medication

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Urgent warning to anyone with asthma — 1 thing could make symptoms worse in February

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Cancer patients face 'isolating and frightening battle' for diagnosis and timely treatment - Lurking in the shadows of the medical world lies a cancer that mimics the mundane, leaving...

7 days ago

Three morning warning signs could signal higher dementia risk

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People under 50 urged to checked for 6 symptoms that could be cancer

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'Avoid going out' alert issued by England health authority over six-symptom virus

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NHS cautions 12 groups to be careful when taking common antihistamine

8 days ago

Neurologist says 'don't ignore' symptom associated with 'rare' condition

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NHS issues warning to 9 groups of people before taking arthritis medication

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UK scientists make huge discovery on NHS drug used by over 55s with diabetes -- UK scientists have found a common drug used to treat a totally unrelated health condition has a...

8 days ago

Always 'tired and forgetful' - ask a doctor to run this test -- Feeling tired and forgetful? It might be more than just a busy lifestyle - and your blood could...

8 days ago

'I had no idea I was living with cancer at 54 - this NHS test saved my life' -- A personal trainer recounted how he first "chucked" this test to the side, thinking he was "fit...

7 days ago

NHS urgent message to anyone who itches their legs or body

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'I was left blind in one eye after stupid mistake'

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UKHSA investigation after six Brits die following nasty illness -- UKHSA is urging people to take precautions

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7 EARLY SIGNS OF DOG ARTHRITIS WHICH COULD BE HIDDEN BY THE COLD WEATHER

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Doctor explains six 'common symptoms' that could be heart failure

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Woman, 21, thought she had hay fever before 'too young' diagnosis

9 days ago

People who are always tired told not to follow 'genuinely worrying' sleep hack

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NHS alert to anyone taking common blood pressure medicine -- Certain people should be cautious before taking the medication.

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Health warning issued for 1 common sleeping position -- Sleeping in a certain position can disrupt breathing, strain your spine, and compress your nerves.

10 days ago

Food and drink holiday warning issued after outbreak of virus with 'up to 75% death rate' -- EXCLUSIVE: Two experts have shared advice for those travelling to affected areas.

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'Miracle NHS drug made my incurable stage 4 lung and brain cancer vanish'

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Key supplement could lower diabetes risk and banish anxiety

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Are 'sober-friendly' venues genuinely inclusive — or just cashing in on Dry January? With Dry January now a firm fixture of the New Year, attention turns to bars - are they...

9 days ago

I've seen hundreds of hearts stop - this is what happens if you 'come back from the dead'

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These are the 10 things I learned as a surgeon and a recovering alcoholic

11 days ago

Wes Streeting, the future of cancer care is in your hands – don't let us patients down

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Blood pressure levels could be 'significantly' lowered by red fruit juice

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Rosuvastatin side effects as NHS says 'stop taking' if you have these symptoms

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Tim Spector issues warning after couple admit to eating 2 chocolate bars daily

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I've had diabetes for 20 years — there's one thing I do every day to stabilise blood sugar -- Having had diabetes for just shy of 20 years, I have learned which foods and drinks to avoid....

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Horrific parasitic disease puts millions of women at risk of HIV, cancer and infertility -- EXCLUSIVE: The UK has invested £3million to help tackle the little-known disease.

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'I was told I was faking my pain and GPs sighed when they spoke to me' -- Sophie, 27, went to countless doctors, only to be told she was seeking attention. 11 years...

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Gastroenteritis symptoms explained as cruise ship passengers fall ill

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1 SIMPLE EXERCISE RECOMMENDED BY CHIROPRACTOR WILL 'GET RID OF YOUR DOUBLE CHIN'

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Scientists discover age you hit your 'peak physical fitness' -- A new study followed adults for nearly five decades to figure out when people reach their 'peak'

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'Silent killer' 3 symptoms 'you must never ignore' that can signal organ failure

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Cancer dietitian shares which 2 foods to 'omit' to reduce risk of disease

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Department of Health issues update on 'mandatory' screening for all children

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Exact amount of chocolate to eat for a 'healthier heart'

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'My daughter was in constant pain but we kept getting the same answer' -- Daisy Fisher, 14, was told it was 'growing pains'

11 days ago

Low appetite could be sign as grim Victorian disease returns -- Early diagnosis is vital

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Doctor says coughs and colds 'hitting harder' but has 'natural' solution -- Coughs and colds are widespread this winter, with seemingly more severe symptoms that linger longer

11 days ago

Everyone who qualifies for a Blue Badge - full list of 19 reasons you may be eligible

12 days ago

Pharmacist warns don't mistake 'highly contagious' skin infection which is often missed

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Free NHS 'ten minutes a day' app helps you 'lose weight and improve mood' The 'little-known' NHS Active app is free to download and no equipment is needed

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Menopause ear symptom that 'hardly anyone mentions'

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3 MEASUREMENTS THAT COULD MEAN YOU HAVE 'HIGHER RISK' OF DIABETES

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Exact waist measurement could mean you're at risk of heart disease and diabetes

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UK stroke victims could soar to 400-a-day unless Labour step up prevention

13 days ago

Experts warn of hidden health risks in cups of tea

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Deadly Victorian-era disease rips through UK - MAP reveals full list of hotspots

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Going to the toilet more often is tell-tale sign you might have 'fatal' illness -- Sprinting back and forth from the loo could be a more worrying sign than first feared.

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Simple 'tennis ball' test acts as useful dementia indicator -- A neurologist has explained how the test could show a connection between your hands and your mind.

14 days ago

Five things you need to know about Nipah virus from how deadly it is to how its spread -- A silent threat looms as a rare virus is sparking concern among health experts.

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NHS says breathing technique 'can help ease scary thoughts'

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Seven health conditions to watch out for if you work office job

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Tiredness could actually be sign of hearing loss, says audiologist -- Many people may be unknowingly suffering from the early warning signs of hearing loss

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UK health chiefs issue dire virus warning - 'up to 75% will die'

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Surgeon offered me most hope I've had since incurable diagnosis – NHS must listen

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Women say 'my skin looks better, hair shinier, nails stronger' with award-winning collagen

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Cancer risk and cholesterol could be slashed by a 27p spice

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Cancer symptom that may show up when getting changed or on toilet -- People have been warned to keep an eye on the signs, and not to be embarrassed

13 days ago

Warning of 'painful' cold allergy that leaves itchy red spots all over your body -- It's safe to say winter isn't over just yet as very few still suffer from an evil wintertime...

13 days ago

People with common health condition warned not to sleep with a pillow -- According to new research, sleeping with your head elevated can exasperate the symptoms of a...

13 days ago

Social media ban for under-16s and 'curfews overnight' addressed in Parliament update

14 days ago

Government agency alert issued over 5 questions to ask yourself before using certain apps

15 days ago

Professor Tim Spector says you're eating apples and potatoes wrong - What if the secret to boosting your health was right under your nose? Professor Tim Spector has...

14 days ago

Five crucial health facts every adult should know to prevent serious health issues

15 days ago

Bowel cancer signs and symptoms as NHS to increase testing sensitivity

15 days ago

Four-day measles rule warning as deadly disease is 're-established in UK'

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Donald Trump's niece says he may have Alzheimer's after spotting worrying expression

15 days ago

If Labour want to get serious about cancer, they must embed one thing in NHS

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New research finds link between menopause and higher dementia risk in women

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Deadly Victorian disease making a comeback in UK — 7 symptoms to know -- Cases have surged to the highest level in over a decade.

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More than 1.2m people in UK told never have two drinks - all those affected -- Millions of people take a common medication but the fruit can interfere with it and put users at...

15 days ago

The secret behind Nigella Lawson's stunning weight loss — it's not what you expect -- Nigella Lawson has undergone several transformations over the years, most recently losing two...

14 days ago

Cardiologist urges people with heart problems to 'check three numbers'

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Headphone users urged to follow 60/60 rule to avoid 'irreversible damage'

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Highly contagious disease that was 'eliminated' in UK now 're-established' -- The World Health Organisation has announced that measles transmission has been "re-established"...

16 days ago

Diltiazem alert as NHS says 'call 111' for three symptoms

16 days ago

TikTok star Mackenzie Paul noticed 1 cancer warning sign before losing battle at 26

16 days ago

I was in denial that my dad had dementia — forgetting two words confirmed the worst

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Doctor urges Brits to eat 'forgotten' nutrient that 'soaks up bad cholesterol'

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Free NHS plan helps reduce risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke -- People can use the workouts to help support weight loss when combined with healthy eating

16 days ago

Pharmacist warns to 'stay home' as highly contagious infection 'often mistaken' -- Superdrug's top pharmacist is warning that it's often misdiagnosed as eczema, cold sores or...

16 days ago

ITV doctor slams 'nonsense' belly fat advice as 'all wrong' -- ITV's Dr Amir Khan claims that the fat you can't see might be the real health threat

16 days ago

Blepharitis explained as Bradley Walsh lives with health issue

16 days ago

I'm a comedian and I know what it's like to nearly die on stage – it was no joke

16 days ago

'I'm a psychologist - here are the three main stages of dementia you should know about' There are three different stages of dementia each with their own common red flags to be aware of

14 days ago

'Blue' skin pattern could signal blocked artery - when to see your doctor

17 days ago

Dementia warning as simple hand test could reveal how your brain is ageing

17 days ago

One couple are still travelling the UK after a life-changing diagnosis

17 days ago

Doctor says 'you likely don't need' one supplement

17 days ago

One drink is best for hydration and it's not water or a sports drink

17 days ago

Health experts share easy way to prevent or delay diabetes

18 days ago

Everything to know about prostate cancer symptoms as disease now most common in UK -- Around 12,000 men each year are still diagnosed too late for curative treatment.

16 days ago

UKHSA alert as holidaymakers return with nasty infection -- One of the first symptoms is a high temperature

19 days ago

'Cheap' and 'simple' food that can help you live longer and healthier -- The long-life expert has also shared recipies and they are easy to include in your diet

16 days ago

Four signs that mean you are taking 'too much' iron

19 days ago

Doctor names what 'actually works' to improve appearance of stretch marks

19 days ago

Thousands could be missing out on NHS scheme that saves over £100 -- Some people may not realise they're paying more than they have to for their medications

17 days ago

Full list of NHS cancer screening programmes and how old you need to be

19 days ago

Plasterer who thought back pain was pulled muscle now only has months left

19 days ago

16P SUPERFOOD HAS 5 HEALTH BENEFITS - INCLUDING EASING MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS

19 days ago

Fingernail colour changes that could signal serious diseases - what to look for

19 days ago

Citalopram warning as NHS cautions over 'six week' rule -- The NHS has also cautioned that a simple error could make you feel worse, and it's important you...

17 days ago

Bumetanide reminder as NHS says don't take it after certain time -- Here is what you need to know about how to take this prescription medication, which is also...

19 days ago

OPINION - Labour's bid to end cancer postcode lottery will only succeed if it recognises 3 things - GEMMA PETERS: Inequity is about three things - and Britain must face them head-on now.

19 days ago

Amivantamab to give hundreds of cancer patients on NHS new treatment option

19 days ago

Expert shares exact number of times it's 'normal' to wake up during night

20 days ago

Doctor shares permanent side effects from one of the 'most contagious viruses' This bug is sweeping across the UK and if you're one of the unlucky few, you could have...

19 days ago

UK health alert over 'common childhood condition' with four key symptoms

20 days ago

Sisters' heartbreak as parents die from same disease in same hospital bed weeks apart

20 days ago

Acid reflux medication cancer link update in major new study

20 days ago

Warning over misleading claims about weight loss supplements sold online

20 days ago

Brits with back pain could claim DWP benefit worth £187 per week

20 days ago

We've written to Wes Streeting to demand crucial NHS change for patients

21 days ago

Scientists discover potential impact of eating three kinds of foods and autism -- The study found three specific items with a potential link to positive or negative outcomes

21 days ago

NHS GP issues important advice for parents who refuse to vaccinate kids -- A NHS GP has urged more parents to get their children vaccinated after sharing the scary reality...

21 days ago

Advice issued as 'highly contagious virus you've not heard of' hits UK children -- The UK Health Security Agency has shared advice on how to reduce the spread.

19 days ago

Surge in winter condition often mistaken for a cold — 6 symptoms to look for

21 days ago

Bug with six 'unpleasant' symptoms triggers 'stay at home' UK-wide alert

21 days ago

NHS urging people to take test that 'could save your life' -- The NHS says the test helps to prevent around 5,000 deaths in the UK every year

21 days ago

Professor issues '22-hour' warning to all phone users to stop common issue

21 days ago

Tasty food 'could reduce dementia risk' in older people

21 days ago

One 'subtle' symptom of early dementia that happens in 'everyday life' – not memory loss

21 days ago

ChatGPT tells mum to jump 100 times every day and results are jaw-dropping

21 days ago

Everything we know about Victorian Disease after Amazon warehouse outbreak - full symptoms -- The disease caused 25% of all deaths in Europe between the 1600s to the 1800s.

22 days ago

Families urged to have conversations with elderly relatives now after "red flag" warnings -- Christmas often brings families together, but for many, it also highlights unsettling changes in...

22 days ago

Red juice that 'unclogs arteries' helps prevent many heart issues -- Research suggests pomegranate juice's powerful antioxidants may help reduce arterial plaque and...

22 days ago