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Daily Express - Health

Doctor warns common habit ruins people's blood pressure -- The leading doctor revealed the night-time habits that can have a negative impact on blood pressure.

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Pharmacist issues hair loss warning over 2 common summer mistakes

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Mum shares five minute workout for over 60s that can burn fat without equipment

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Wear item on feet to sleep better in heatwave, Dr Amir Khan suggests

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NHS eyesight advice and exactly when to seek help from 111 or optician

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The simple 'life saving' daily habit than can slash your risk of heart problems

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Blood pressure drug urgent recall issued over 'health consequences'

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The 20-minute health check that slashes your risk of dying early by 32%

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NHS confirms vaccine rollout for older adults in England from October

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Optician settles debate on whether you can watch the eclipse wearing sunglasses - This is the first solar eclipse since 1999 and there won't be another until 2081.

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Worrying 'heart disease and cancer-death' link - one gender at greatest risk

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Midwife's advice to help babies sleep in UK heatwave

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'I'm a GP — follow these steps to prevent frailty in old age'

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Doctor settles debate on whether it's safe to eat cheese with mould on

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Richard Hammond shares Jeremy Clarkson health update after revealing 'irritating' problem

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Three drinks everyone should avoid having this week as heat alert issued -- There are certain drinks that will make you feel worse in the heat.

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Donald Trump 'barely able to walk' in 'disturbing' photos as health fears soar -- Images of the US President playing golf circulated on social media over the weekend, prompting...

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UK scientist reveals how heatstroke can kill days after your body's cooled down -- Heatstroke can feel over once you've cooled down, but the real danger is the silent immune...

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'I had a double transplant at 21 — now I'm training to be a transplant surgeon' -- EXCLUSIVE: Andy Prigg, 23, won gold at the British Transplant Games on Friday.

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Warning issued to anyone with multiple repeat prescriptions

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Berry 'proven' to slash blood pressure and make arteries '10 years younger'

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Big Issue launches supersized edition to support eye and hearing care

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Dad's 'ear infection' turned out to be 'rare' skull tumour

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'Licence revoked' with mandatory eye tests for over-70s under new Andy Burnham plan -- A new survey has found that millions of UK drivers are overdue an eye test, or have never had...

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Sharing a kidney as father and son has brought us closer together than ever -- EXCLUSIVE: Aged 49 pro-golfer turned club manager Mark Bond began suffering kidney failure......

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The landmark UK drug trial that could revolutionise cancer treatment -- EXCLUSIVE: A new UK-led drug trial is pushing at the scariest part of immunotherapy.

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Millions 'are being denied' access to non-pharmaceutical help in quitting smoking - Access to non-pharmacutical services that help people to quit smoking is patchy, despite NICE...

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Humans have been taking drugs since pre-history – this is why they're so vital

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'I'm a doctor – older men need to drink juice daily or risk worrying health scare'

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The 5 everyday foods and drinks that could be quietly lowering your testosterone

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Little known NHS letter could save you over £100 on prescriptions

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I have incurable cancer and there's one question I can't answer about my own funeral

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People aged 66 and over could claim £458 per month from DWP for 56 health conditions -- More than one million state pensioners are believed to be missing out on a crucial income boost.

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SADS symptoms & NHS advice - full list after Mark Hughes' son dies -- Around 500 people in the UK die every year from the condition which claimed the life of...

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I'm a nutritionist — eating these 8 foods can help prevent osteoporosis -- EXCLUSIVE: A senior nutrition scientist has shared foods that can boost bone health and prevent...

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Harvard-backed 'anti-anxiety' snack you can buy from Aldi for under £2 -- A simple, budget-friendly snack sold at Aldi could offer a small boost for people dealing with...

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Only 12% of Brits follow a dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine

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UKHSA alert for disease 'twice as contagious as common cold'

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ANALYSIS - I'm a doctor – here are 5 key questions people have about weight loss pills

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New study finds Mounjaro 'slashes heart attack risk' in some users

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I'm an expert - avoid three things in middle age linked to dementia -- Three key factors are thought to play a role in developing the condition.

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Major NHS change is 'biggest redesign of mental health services in a generation' -- Labour has announced a £353 million plan to boost mental health care.

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Urgent warning issued to anyone taking common blood pressure medication -- More than six million people are prescribed this drug in some form across the UK.

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NHS urges one million people to act before the end of this year

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I have Type 2 diabetes - following a nutritionist-recommended diet turned my life around

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DWP lists mental health conditions likely to qualify for £748 a month - More people could be entitled to earn the Personal Independence Payment (also known as PIP),...

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Study finds UK women could be missing out on sporting glory due to bladder leaks

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I'm a GP — here's what to expect from the NHS when having a baby in 2026

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£10 balm that 'immediately stops' cold sores hailed as a 'miracle' by Amazon shoppers

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Six things Brits are doing that could actually make hay fever worse

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'Game-changer' jab given twice a year could transform lives for millions of sufferers

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Don't fall foul of a summer injury that spoils your holidays

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Jeremy Clarkson's 'still got it' despite 'stiff arteries' after health scare -- Jeremy Clarkson made the comments as he dipped his toes back into the world of motoring for a...

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Two dementia symptoms often mistaken for stress, according to a GP -- The earliest signs of dementia may not be memory loss for some people

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Your fridge is your secret weapon to eating healthily – use it wisely -- These simple techniques will help protect your health and save money as temperatures increase...

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Expert reveals the one superfood to add to your diet – improves heart health

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The 10p vegetable that slashes cancer risk by up to 15%

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Pharmacist reveals the most common health worries Brits come in with -- The local pharmacy should be your first port of call for medical worries.

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Simple 3am sleep method that helps you nod off fast when you're stressed

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Doctor shares good news for anyone 'stuck on NHS waiting list'

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Lack of green spaces stop Brits from getting active - as top barriers revealed

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Horror as FOURTH contagious flesh-eating cancer discovered - killed 38k animals

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Cyclospora symptoms explained as UKHSA issues alert to travellers -- Dream summer holidays could be devastated by the parasite

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Spider-Man star Tom Holland move sees BBC doctor warn of hidden bites -- Dr Mark Porter warned the bites can do far more than spread Lyme disease

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BBC NHS doctor shares advice over hot weather symptom seen on skin -- The doctor has urged people not to dismiss it

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Neurologist warns to avoid one type of food which can cause 'paralysis' with risk of death

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Brits warned to watch out for key sign of dehydration as heatwave hits

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Heatwave warning over 'common mistake' people make with exercising in hot weather - You may want to change up your usual exercise routine

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Drivers with anxiety could face £1k fine if they don't tell DVLA

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Don't lose your breakfast – these unlikely creatures might be life-saving superheroes

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DVLA guidance to drivers with ADHD as £1,000 fine risk explained

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NHS says eye symptom could be sign of type 2 diabetes

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Europe holiday hotspots see virus cases surge - there's no vaccine

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NHS confirms double vaccine for older adults aged 65-80

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Little-known driving symptom could be dementia -- GP has identified some early dementia warning signs that may appear before memory loss

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Don't suffer in silence from this common health condition made worse by hot weather -- Do your feet, ankles and legs feel heavier, more swollen or uncomfortable during summer heat?...

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Experts confirm 'safe' maximum number of cups of coffee you can drink a day -- Specialists have completed a study.

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Government update to calls to provide free healthcare products for women

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Brits going on planes for summer holidays urged to spend extra £2.60

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'Best' high street sun cream named - 'flew through UVA and SPF tests' -- One of the best sun creams available on the high street, "with no greasy residue," has been...

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Doctor warns never sit like this on long flights or risk a life threatening condition

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Women risk 'accidental' side effect from Mounjaro and Wegovy

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Doctor warns five summer foods could be making your hair fall out without you realising

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Dentist issues warning to Brits brushing their teeth with tap water on holiday

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Pharmacists warn Labour's meningitis vaccine roll-out 'riddled with problems' -- Independent pharmacists say they have not been given the vaccines they need to protect young...

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Young people told 'never ignore' these toilet symptoms amid rise in cancer cases -- In just three decades, the number of under 50s diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK rose by 22%

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Prof Tim Spector says controversial spread could boost brain health -- "I hate it," the expert said

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Lidl issues Saturday, July 25 warning of 'overshoot'

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Dr Amir Khan answers 'biggest question' about weight loss jabs

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Heat rash in babies: How to spot the signs and what to do - Heat rash UK is a common concern during hot weather and can be uncomfortable for babies.

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Brits warned not to have two popular drinks this week as heatwave continues

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Two signs on your feet that could reveal how 'well' your body is working

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5 SELF-CARE TIPS WHICH HARDLY TAKE ANY TIME WILL 'CHANGE YOUR LIFE'

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Symptoms after drinking beer that may mean you need to stop

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NHS issues fresh advice and urges Brits to do one thing this July

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UK ranks worst in Europe for mental health - as one in three affected

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'I thought my tiredness was from being a working mum - it was actually cancer' -- Laura discovered she had bowel cancer after being turned away from donating blood

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Cardiologist's '6 months' question she always asks patients with heart issues -- The doctor explained that people might overlook a symptom of heart disease

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Travellers warned as potentially fatal virus confirmed in nine countries -- You may need to get vaccinated before you travel

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Professor settles debate on whether you really swallow spiders in your sleep

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Ebola symptoms to watch out for as health worker monitored in London hospital

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I slept with Simba's cooling duvet to keep cool in summer weather - it's now on sale -- The summer sale offers shoppers discounts on all bedding accessories and this Summer Hybrid...

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Ways to combat dizziness and exhaustion as 'hottest day ever' to bring 41C heat

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Woman told 'hair looks great' and 'nails stronger' at 60 with 64p addition to tea

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UKHSA's school holiday warning as it shares 11am rule

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'I'm a GP — here's how to control your asthma and avoid wheezing'

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Two new cancer drugs on NHS offer 'renewed hope' for patients -- One pill works by blocking proteins that help cancers grow.

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Give more men prostate cancer therapy that treated Jeremy Clarkson, experts say -- A charity has called for wider NHS access to focal therapies.

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Heart risk calculators could also predict chances of cancer — study -- EXCLUSIVE: Researchers found tools used to estimate cardiovascular risk could also be used for...

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NHS vaccine rollout branded a 'shambles' as pharmacies report supply problems

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Easy method to get fluffy and creamy scrambled eggs in under 5 minutes

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As Andy Burnham becomes PM my message is clear: It's time to end the dementia crisis - OPINION - MICHELLE DYSON: New PM must make dealing with the greatest social care challenge of...

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Doctors didn't know what caused my dizziness - but pins and needles was early symptom

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Cardiologist reveals 1 superfood to add to your diet - cuts cholesterol

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Expert debunks 5 health myths Brits believe

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'A brain disease killed 5 members of my family — we need £10m to try and cure it'

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Language barriers stopping holidaymakers getting medical help abroad

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Fresh mosquito warning for anyone travelling to 7 regions

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Warning issued to anyone who uses aircon - 'worsened symptoms' -- GPs have issued a warning to people as well as advice on how to combat the issue.

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'I ignored one symptom on holiday – 3 days later I was fighting for life in hospital' -- An Australian holidaying in Europe was left afraid for her life after ignoring one simple...

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Gordon Ramsay's scrambled eggs taste better with one added ingredient -- Gordon Ramsay shared his recipe online and it's one to try to impress guests

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Benefits bill is out of control – battling cancer has shown me what UK must do to fix it

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I thought headache was migraine - days later I was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer

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Energy drink health effects as government issues ban in England -- Energy drinks containing more than 150mg of caffeine per litre will be banned for under-16s in...

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I'm a GP — this simple food swap can help you avoid high cholesterol

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£5 off at Well Pharmacy when you spend £15

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Nutritionist explains difference between cherry and heritage tomatoes – one is healthier

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All teenagers could be given meningitis vaccine following deadly outbreaks

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NHS confirms 'life-saving' test being sent to over 50s in England - 'we are concerned' -- The important tests are being sent to those in England, Scotland, and Wales, with the NHS urging...

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Ultra-processed foods 'linked to a quarter of heart disease deaths' -- New research suggests ultra-processed foods could be behind as many as a quarter of...

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Tesco makes major announcement on 50,000 free checks for customers at 350 stores -- The supermarket has teamed up with the British Heart Foundation for an important campaign being...

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New 'game-changing' dementia drug could stop disease - everything we know

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Dr Amir Khan explains why you feel like you're falling just as you fall asleep

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Major Alzheimer's breakthrough as new drug could stop disease - The drug, which removes plaques that cause the disease, is believed to enter the central nervous...

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Breakthrough Alzheimer's test may predict brain decline a decade before symptoms

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I'm a nutrition scientist — swap pastries for this recipe to cut heart disease risk

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Holidaymakers told to do 4 things to protect themselves from deadly virus

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Dr Amir Khan says everyone must do these 5 free and easy things every morning

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People urged to double check tiny sign on sunscreen this summer or risk burns

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Doctor explains exact moments 'pain should not be ignored'

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Neurologist's supplement warning as he says follow these brain-boosting tips instead -- He shared eight other ways to improve your brain health

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Joe Marler hits out at "life-maxxing" trend and backs simple habits for a healthier life -- Joe Marler takes aim at Britain's "life-maxxing" craze, saying small, simple habits are key to a...

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'I'm a GP — we should all know the signs of this condition affecting 1.5m people' -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed says greater awareness can help people receive...

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Not exercise or puzzles – Dr Amir Khan says 30 minute activity boosts brain power

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Cardiologist shares the symptoms to 'never ignore' during a heatwave

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Breakthrough as new device could help prevent serious illness among dementia patients -- EXCLUSIVE: A device that uses AI could help prevent serious illnesses among people living with...

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'I'd had cancer 4 times by 21 and now a brain tumour is going to kill me'

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I'm a doctor – this is everything you need to know about testosterone

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Doctor explains real reason freckles get darker in summer

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Very British meal Jude Bellingham loves is full of pre-match fuel

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Your ultimate guide to surviving our hot summers – expert advice you can't ignore -- From insect bites to skin cancer, heat rashes and asthma, here's everything you need to know to...

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Channel 4's Dr Rangan Chatterjee says snacking 'not your fault' and shares simple trick -- Snacking isn't your weakness but the relief of hearing it's not your fault can hit hard when you...

1 month ago

Doctor settles debate on how much water you need to drink each day — not 2 litres -- According to one doctor, the answer to how much water we need daily isn't the two litres many...

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'Check yourself' warning as rare disease on the rise in England

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Add 1 thing to water to stay hydrated during heatwave - not salt

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NHS confirms automatic home cancer tests for older adults - The home testing kits are free and sent to eligible households automatically.

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The email that proves our NHS is riddled with a baffling level of incompetence

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British Red Cross shares key method to staying cool during heatwave

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NHS flu jab rule change from with new age threshold

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Doctor claims 'most powerful' method stops travel sickness

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When the clocks go back in 2026 and what it means for sleep

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Boy aged 16 months found dead by sister 'after going to bed with runny nose'

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Leg bouncing could be sign of undiagnosed health condition -- A psychiatrist is urging anyone who constantly bounces their legs while sitting still to speak...

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NHS advice to people on warfarin over common breakfast items -- People need to be careful what they eat and drink while taking warfarin, according to the NHS

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'I'm a doctor — this is what hot weather does to your blood pressure' -- Dr Pauline Swift explains how to limit the effects of heat as temperatures rise once more.

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Neuroscientist's answer when asked 'what prevents Alzheimer's disease'

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Therapist's 10-minute 'worry window' to manage anxiety

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'I'm super fit and healthy but use weight-loss jabs so I can party' -- Brandon Banach says the jabs and IV drips are 'biohacking' so he can keep living a party lifestyle

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Victorian disease kills 2 children and an adult as it rips through the UK

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'European' method to cool your home in heatwave is total game-changer

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Pharmacist's urgent message to anyone taking these 10 medicines during heatwave

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'I had a baby at 50 as a single woman - just do it'

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Doctor says five summer habits 'make your IBS and bloating worse' -- A public health nutritionist has warned that summer heatwaves can make gut problems like IBS and...

1 month ago

I was diagnosed with cancer - my wife spotted one red flag symptom I'd been ignoring -- Edwin Lambert is one of the first people to try a new targeted radiotherapy for prostate cancer

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Heatwave cool down 'hack' is extremely dangerous, experts say -- The third heatwave of the summer may mean people seek out ways to stay cool at any cost

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Bad sleepers in the heatwave say 'at last I am sleeping well' thanks to 78p-a-day buy

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'My daughter's childhood was ruined by wrong diagnosis — she had 6 cycles of chemo'

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Horror as man's bum 'explodes' after doctors dismiss key symptoms - The 25-year-old endured months of pain before finally getting a diagnosis.

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Official July 8 alert for people taking ibuprofen, insulin or furosemide

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Exact temperature that makes using a fan dangerous in heatwave

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'I lived in Australia and here's how to keep yourself cool as heatwave hits'

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Full list of people not allowed to buy Wegovy weight loss pills

1 month ago

People in UK urged to follow 30 minute NHS 'rule' after 10am

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Gran told 'dial 999' after asking GP and pharmacist for plaster for cut on her finger

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Top Covid scientist issues warning over pandemic vaccine access -- EXCLUSIVE: Sir Jonathan Van-Tam on the risk of another pandemic... and why the UK should be...

1 month ago

Urgent warning issued to Blue Badge holders after 'reports' -- Blue badge holders are being told they could be 'called in for questioning'

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Pioneering brain drug offers hope for slowing Parkinson's disease -- A drug that showed promise in treating a sleep disorder could potentially help slow symptoms,...

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NHS reminder to 'shower and change' on Thursday

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5 'SILENT KILLER' BLOOD PRESSURE WARNING SIGNS - 1 GETS 'OVERLOOKED'

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Drivers urged to contact the DVLA with 189 condtions or risk £1,000 fine - full list -- Drivers have been told that if they do not act correctly, they could face serious consequences

1 month ago

Rankin turns lens to scientists battling one of the world's most deadly diseases

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NHS issues urgent advice on sunscreen as many 'do it wrong'

1 month ago

Huge endometriosis breakthrough could help end 'unacceptable delays' for women

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NHS fruit reminder to millions of people taking amlodipine for blood pressure

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Neuroscientist tells UK households 'don't dry sheets outdoors this week' -- A neuroscientist has explained what to do

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NHS confirms major vaccine rollout for over 65s from October -- The rollout will target when respiratory viruses reach their peak.

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NHS crucial message to everyone taking citalopram -- People have been urged to always seek help if they are worried about any side effects

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