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Daily Express - Health

NHS issues crucial advice to anyone using an inhaler this week -- The warning relates to the drastic weather changes in recent days.

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Scientists discover one type of fruit 'proven' to lower your cholesterol

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Just 90 minutes of one simple excercise could slash risk of early death, study finds

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NHS doctor shares 3 questions to ask your GP when they're 'ignoring' you

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Breast cancer breakthrough hope as risk slashed for women on weight loss jabs

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GP suggests putting pillowcase in freezer if hay fever keeps you awake

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Woman told mole was harmless by two doctors but gut instinct saved her life

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Older people with this vaccine could face lower risk of Alzheimer's - People over the age of 65 may be able to protect their ageing brains

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New ramipril alert as millions warned to check after 4x stronger dose found in box

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UK experts on brink of 'medical miracle' using old tea leaves

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£10 off when you spend £20 on No7 skincare at Boots

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Doctors could prescribe yoga to cancer survivors for anxiety and insomnia

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'Cancer wonder drug shrank my tumours 30% and gave me my life back'

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I'm a GP — here's everything you need to know to avoid meningitis -- EXCLUSIVE: Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed shares an essential guide to the disease and...

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Medieval well-being hacks show our ancestors weren't strangers to healthy living -- EXCLUSIVE: From alcohol and exercise to sleep and mental health, a new book reveals medieval...

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I'm an immunology expert – dosing yourself with Vitamin C won't stop you getting a cold -- EXCLUSIVE: What works, what doesn't? One of Britain's leading experts on our immune system...

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Health experts demand urgent action to tackle 'silent pandemic' -- Researchers warned healthcare systems are in danger of being overwhelmed.

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Cancer 'Holy Grail' discovered in breakthrough that doubled survival for deadly disease

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Health expert shares 4 'early signs' of heatstroke to look out for in babies

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UK patients fuming over 'Plan B' GP ballot that could result in costly appointments

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Major blow to NHS hopes for Galleri cancer blood test 'revolution'

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'Cancer jab shrank my tongue cancer so I could eat steak again' -- A triple action cancer injection offers hope to patients with hard-to-treat cancers.

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One common thing may be fuelling rise in cancer among under 50s -- A study found people with a common health problem were more likely to receive a cancer diagnosis.

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Pharmacist says supply shortage of 188 common NHS drugs is 'worst I've known' - full list -- A pharmacist has warned the supply issues in the UK are the 'worst I've ever known' with dozens...

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Make this swap when cooking spaghetti bolognese to slash your cholesterol - EXCLUSIVE: This is how to tweak your favourite meals to boost heart health.

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Breakthrough breast cancer test may help thousands of women avoid chemo

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'Someone cries in every clinic' — inside the UK's first specialist allergy hospital

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One infection reaches decade high in England as Brits urged 'wash hands'

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MSE £30 summer saving if you buy hay fever meds from Boots

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Hay fever drug Benadryl taken by millions linked to higher dementia risk

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Britain's refusal to introduce testing for this common disease is fast-becoming a scandal -- OPINION - HARVEY PROCTOR: A man dies every hour - if this lack of screening affected women there...

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35P PAINKILLER TAKEN BY MILLIONS INCREASES HEART ATTACK RISK BY HALF -- A common painkiller widely used across the UK could pose a risk to heart health

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New Ramipril alert as blood pressure medication 'has wrong dosage' -- The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a safety alert

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Cancer screening test rejection 'leaves thousands at risk of early death' -- The measure that proponents say could save many lives has been rejected by the Government

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High cholesterol 'will go down' if you have doctor's 4 items in kitchen

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Type 2 diabetes could be a sign of this deadly cancer and spotting it fast is crucial

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Heart surgeon urges people to avoid one drink he calls 'liquid death' — not alcohol

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I'm a health expert – do not drink this 1 ingredient during a heatwave

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Warning issued over 'worst ever known' shortage of 219 common medicines – full list -- 219 drug price concessions have been granted this month so far.

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'I'm a cardiologist and I'd never eat these foods which raise your cholesterol' -- Eating a healthy diet is one of the best things you can do for your heart health, and one...

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Dr Amir Khan shares health concern for nurses, warehouse workers and retail staff -- The ITV doctor claimed that 'it's not natural' - but millions of Brits have no choice but to do...

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Pharmacist issues antidepressant 'hydrate' alert for anyone taking them

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Doctor reveals what's really behind the dreaded 3pm slump - and how to beat it

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Nutritionist explains evening mistake making you wake up at 3am - Repeatedly waking up at 3am could be associated with stress, cortisol levels or lifestyle...

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Two glasses of specific juice found to slash blood pressure and cholesterol

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One fruit just before bed could see you fall asleep 35 per cent faster

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Not running or gym - one exercise is best for weight loss, doctor says

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One simple bread swap can cut your risk of diabetes and heart disease

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'Increased risk of death' warning issued for users of 3 common medications

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MHRA blood pressure medication warning – check with your GP

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Government warning sunglasses style -- The UK Health Security Agency shared the alert in a post on social media

7 days ago

New UV Toothbrush Steriliser claims to kill 99.9% of bacteria in minutes -- UK oral care brand introduces UV toothbrush steriliser to combat bathroom germs - even those...

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Urgent warning to anyone using insulin, inhalers or antidepressants -- An expert has shared advice for millions of people taking common drugs.

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TV doctor tells UK public to use '6-8 teaspoons' this week for important reason

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Stop ankles and feet swelling in heatwave - not medication or compression socks

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BBC doctor isues new warning on aspirin levothyroxine naproxen over time issuen -- A BBC doctor has warned that common medications including ibuprofen, metformin can cause serious...

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I'm a doctor — these are 4 lesser-known signs of 'silent killer' high blood pressure

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Insulin and metformin users issued warning over heatwave

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Stay cool in heatwave by swishing one herb in your mouth – athletes swear by it

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MHRA issues heatwave advice to people taking antibiotics, diuretics and antidepressants

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Pharmacist sertraline, fluoxetine, amitriptylinas warning as UK heatwave hits 35C -- A UK heatwave has seen temperatures soar to record-breaking highs and a pharmacist has warned...

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'I'm a doctor - this hot weather symptom could be a sign of cancer' -- The expert warned this symptom is often "overlooked"

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Hot weather could trigger side effects with these medications -- Common medications can interfere with how your body handles heat

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Doctor Amir Khan urges Brits to place 1 item on feet to sleep well during heatwave

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Eating three foods will keep you hydrated without needing loo during heatwave

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Not iced coffee or coconut water – I tried drink to keep myself cool in heatwave - It's so warm, and it feels impossible to keep yourself cool in this weather, but I found a...

8 days ago

Sleep expert's hack to doze off 'in two minutes'

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Brits told doing one thing at home every week reduces dementia risk

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I'm a GP — please check your child has had this crucial NHS vaccine

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8 EXPERT WAYS TO COOL DOWN FAST IN THE HEAT

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Expert reveals the 4 hidden dehydration signs to watch out for

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Mosquito bites stop itching in seconds when you use doctor's tip that costs nothing

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Avoid GP wait times and detect health risks with test results delivered in two hours -- Randox Health can provide personalised preventative test results in two hours, with customers...

8 days ago

'NHS cancer check outside Morrisons may have saved my life' -- Convenient scans have helped diagnose more than 10,000 people.

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I was a daredevil veteran until bipolar and PTSD hit me hard – here's how I survived -- The diagnosis has helped Nick Jones understand just why he was such a risk-taker in the military.

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Full list of health conditions you may need to tell the DVLA about

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I asked four experts for the best defences against hay fever without medication

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I'm a dietitian — try this hack at the pub to slash heart disease and cancer risk -- The British Heart Foundation has shared a simple tip to boost cardiac health.

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Warning for adults with health conditions to never store medicine in 3 places

10 days ago

I'm a GP – here's why you should abandon the 8am rush for a doctor's appointment

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I'm a nutritionist — eat this simple breakfast for better heart health

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Stressed, overwhelmed, tired? You don't need ADHD to benefit from neurodiversity coaching

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Simvastatin alert as NHS advises 'call 111' for skin symptom -- As is the case with any medication, simvastatin can cause side effects

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Brits urged to run wrists under cold water on Tuesday -- Experts have revealed the surprising reason you should run your wrists under cold water when you...

11 days ago

7 WAYS TO SLEEP BETTER WHEN IT'S HOT -- Experts have revealed the best ways to make sure you get a good night's sleep, even when...

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'Luxurious' blackout mask with 25% off 'doesn't let in light' is ideal for summer nights

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Pensioners with asthma and other lung conditions urged to do 1 thing this weekend

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'Call 111' if you spot this shape on your skin as over 1,000 cases of disease reported - Last year, there were 1,168 confirmed cases of Lyme disease in England

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I'm a doctor — make this easy swap when cooking to lower blood pressure and cholesterol

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UK hospitals are doomed if NHS doesn't make two crucial changes for all patients

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Doctors sound alarm on 1 kitchen item spreading 'preventable diseases'

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'I had a stroke at the age of just 26 - one symptom was a big red flag'

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Millions of drivers could get a Blue Badge - check if you're eligible

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UK households urged to wet hands and feet on Sunday

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Exhausted, dizzy, insomniac? You might be suffering 1 common condition without knowing it -- As temperatures rise as high as 30C over the Bank Holiday weekend, experts are warning of an...

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'I'm a doctor and this is what you need to know about the Ebola outbreak' -- More than 750 suspected cases of Ebola have been identified in The Democratic Republic of Congo...

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Skin cancer cases hit record high — see your GP now if you have any of 3 red flags -- Experts have warned cases are set to keep climbing.

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Obesity expert reveals bombshell new theory about the Mona Lisa

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Step into summer with a month-long wellness festival at iconic location

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Simple daily changes to boost step count as Olympian reveals 1 mistake to avoid -- A sports scientist and former Olympic athlete has shared the biggest mistake people make when...

11 days ago

Dr Amir Khan warns UK-wide 'epidemic' is 'as bad as smoking'

12 days ago

UK-wide NHS 11am 'rule' reminder as 33C hot weather forecast

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Doctor's four 'simple' daily rules that 'could help fight off cancer'

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GP explains four type 2 diabetes treatments — new one could be on NHS soon

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Government issues 'contingency plan' after virus 'with no vaccine' carrier found in UK -- The UK government has told GPs to report infections after mosquitoes carrying the potentially...

13 days ago

Experts reveal how a simple handwriting test could help spot brain health red flags -- Writing analysis could be used by doctors to diagnose early cognitive decline, according to experts.

12 days ago

£5 off when you spend £25 or more at Holland & Barrett -- Enjoy £5 off when you spend £25 in-store this summer - helping you feel your best all season long.

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OPINION - We need an urgent national conversation on getting patients out of hospital – here's why

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Mum 'gets her life back' with 'simple treatment' for severe eczema

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OPINION - This disease is the fear of our times – why are we not doing more to tackle it? OPINION - RUTH BROWN: Why is it not an NHS and government priority like cancer?

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I've followed in the amazing footsteps of the NHS nurses treating me since I was 3

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Stop overpaying for medicines and tablets by checking code on packaging

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NHS urges Brits over 40 to check for 'silent killer' condition

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Doctor says 'make an urgent appointment' for 3 toilet symptoms as cancer cases rise

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I'm a GP — this is why your blood pressure medication might be out of stock

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Dr Amir Khan's supplement warning as we don't know 'exactly' what's in them

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The 14p drink that could lower cholesterol and blood pressure -- This drink could help lower your risk of heart attacks and strokes when consumed as part of a...

15 days ago

Top UK cancer hospital hires 'OAP expert' as pressure grows on NHS -- EXCLUSIVE: A top UK cancer hospital just brought in an older care expert as NHS pressure peaks.

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Easy way to tell the pollen count in your area -- A quick pollen check can make all the difference to hay fever sufferers

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Only 1 in 5 with medical needs use digital health apps, despite potential benefits

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Expert calls for nationwide vaccine rollout after deadly outbreak — 'recurring threat'

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Dementia warning issued to anyone with a wood burning stove -- The popular log burners could have an impact on health.

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Urgent recall notices issued for nine items that pose lethal risk to kids – full list

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Apixaban users told 'call 111' if they spot this toilet symptom

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NHS pharmacy service could detect 'silent killer' - free for people over 40

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I'm a doctor — swap crisps and biscuits for this daily snack to lower blood pressure

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Not Covid-19 or hantavirus – the 'number one pandemic threat' we should really fear -- Former WHO chief scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan has warned a future pandemic could be 'much...

15 days ago

Victorian disease rips through the UK – 542 new cases reported -- People are being urged to check their vaccination status.

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'Little-known' skin change in children could be early sign of diabetes -- The body can often give red flags that something is wrong in plain sight - but only if people...

15 days ago

Paracetamol and ibuprofen alert for millions to take action before Friday

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Travellers told 'do this weeks before' as infectious outbreak declared

16 days ago

Blue inhaler alert for asthma sufferers as Dr Ranj shares latest 'switch' guidelines - TV doctor Dr Ranj Singh has shared the latest guidelines for asthma sufferers who use a blue...

14 days ago

'I noticed huge change to my body after switching to four-day working week two years ago'

16 days ago

Travel alert as Brits need to be 'up-to-date' or risk disease that's rising in Europe

16 days ago

Nurse's simple hand movement that may lower Alzheimer's risk and boost memory

16 days ago

'Never-ending' childhood disease hitting UK adults - this could be reason why

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The 'superfood' that's good for the heart - only 78p at Asda

17 days ago

Susannah Constantine says she lost a stone in three months after quitting one food

17 days ago

Cardiologist's new cholesterol warning for anyone on keto diet -- The diet is high-fat, low-carbohydrate and protein-dense, but a cardiologist has warned it can...

17 days ago

IBS sufferer says 95p-a-day capsule means they 'no longer worry' when eating on the go -- Gut Wealth Daily Capsules are designed to aid digestive comfort, improve regularity and reduce...

15 days ago

'I was diagnosed with bowel cancer aged 38 and I should never have ignored 1 symptom' -- A mum-of-two who was diagnosed with bowel cancer aged 38 has shared the one symptom she wishes...

17 days ago

Doctor names the 7 foods to avoid during menopause

17 days ago

The super-healthy food that's £1.20 at Tesco - protects against heart disease

17 days ago

Urgent new 'health risk' alert over popular meal ingredient -- The Food Standards Agency issued a new warning on Saturday

18 days ago

New data 'shows common drink slashes heart disease risk by 22%'

18 days ago

We need a new PM now – I know what it's like battling to survive while MPs squabble

18 days ago

'Hypnosis can boost weight loss and save the NHS a fortune' says Paul McKenna

18 days ago

Here's how to be happy in 10 steps – spoiler alert, it's not about the big things

18 days ago

Surprising health benefit of red wine and how it can lower cholesterol -- Professor Tim Spector and the late Doctor Michael Molsley says the drink may be able to lower...

17 days ago

Doctor says his 'number 1' superfood has 'highest vitamin C of any food out there' -- The nutritious and anti-inflammatory superfood improves digestion, strengthens bones, reduces...

19 days ago

New UKHSA sickness bug alert as it can spread 'more easily' -- Symptoms usually appear between 12 and 48 hours after infection

19 days ago

Red flags of 'silent' cancer affecting thousands of UK women

19 days ago

Boots issues alert to customers with repeat prescriptions in May

19 days ago

UK nasal spray warning - do not use for more than 5 consecutive days - Authorities have warned that using certain sprays too much can increase the risk of side effects.

18 days ago

This simple morning habit could turbocharge fat burning

19 days ago

Meningitis symptoms: Key signs to know as Reading outbreak leaves one dead

19 days ago

Surprising common medication also reduces asthma and migraines

19 days ago

Major study finds weight loss jabs slash sick days

19 days ago

Get £10 off when you spend £50 at Sports Direct with this great deal

20 days ago

One surprising thing can block weight loss and trigger food cravings

20 days ago

Bombshell study of UK obesity makes shock claim -- Researchers studied trends since the 1980s in 200 countries.

21 days ago

30-SECOND CHAIR TEST COULD SHOW IF YOU ARE AT RISK OF EARLY DEATH -- This simple test was found to be a good indicator of healthy ageing

21 days ago

3 ACTIVITIES PROVEN TO SLASH YOUR RISK OF GETTING 'SILENT KILLER' DISEASE -- Starting just one of these healthy habits can cut the risk of this 'silent killer'

21 days ago

'I was diagnosed with blood cancer at 28 due to a warning sign I never expected'

21 days ago

Daily weight loss pill could help millions avoid obesity

21 days ago

Doctor's warning to one in three Brits who suffer from condition that 'weighs heavy' -- A doctor has issued a warning to those suffering from the common condition and shared how to...

22 days ago

NHS new 'revolutionary' 60-second jab treats 14 cancers as Dr Hilary shares 'good news'

22 days ago

Doctor explains what hantavirus cruise ship data shows about the spread of the infection

22 days ago

Obesity expert issues warning over lift capacity — 'we need to supersize'

21 days ago

Warning after 'white glow' in boy's eye leads to cancer diagnosis

22 days ago

Five million Brits 'unaware' they have 'silent killer' condition - check eight things now -- The British Heart Foundation has shared a vital checklist that could help you lower your blood...

22 days ago

UK issues new health warning to anyone taking finasteride -- The MHRA has strengthened its safety warnings for finasteride and dutasteride.

22 days ago

Anyone taking loperamide diarrhoea tablets given new alert -- There's information on what to do

22 days ago

Dr Xand's 'number one' rule to avoid getting sick on holiday

22 days ago

Dr Xand shares 'number one danger' to travellers that isn't 'strange diseases'

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The eight common foods can boost healthy ageing and prevent heart disease - A diet rich in certain foods could protect DNA from damage

22 days ago

Grass pollen levels are rising – experts say avoid these 4 drinks with antihistamines

22 days ago

Eat 2 17p pieces of fruit a day 'and see cholesterol levels drop'

23 days ago

Morrisons puts NHS advice on signs of cancer on bath and shower gels

22 days ago

Pharmacist shares hay fever trick to stop symptoms in May – and it's not tablets

23 days ago

World Health Organisation shares seven key methods to stop hantavirus

23 days ago

I'm a doctor - here are 7 simple ways to beat hay fever

13 days ago

I starred in Sharpe, Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones – this is how I unwind -- EXCLUSIVE: Sean Bean, Zoe Ball, Ariana Grande and a host of celebs have a new way keeping...

23 days ago

Health update for Brit passengers of hantavirus ship - what next 72 hours will be like -- They will be taken to a "managed setting for clinical assessment and testing".

23 days ago

Bombshell study reveals surprise trick that could help thousands of Brits beat obesity -- One big change could help people better manage their weight.

22 days ago

No, you're not imagining it, hayfever is becoming much more common – here's what do to

23 days ago

'I'm a doctor - this vegetable can naturally lower your blood pressure'

24 days ago

May warning as Brits face 'increased risk' of 'burning' condition -- As the UK experiences warmer weather, a doctor is warning about the "perfect storm" that can...

22 days ago

The 1 biggest mistake hay fever sufferers are still making

24 days ago

Hantavirus cruise ship Britons to isolate at Merseyside hospital

24 days ago

Common habit adds years to your face — not smoking, sun or alcohol

25 days ago

'I'm a pharmacist - here's 3 ways to stop hay fever in its tracks in May'

25 days ago

James Martin's simple exercise that helps him maintain 3st weight loss as he avoids gym -- Celebrity chef James Martin has maintained his impressive three stone weight loss without ever...

25 days ago

Cancer treatment is a world of waiting – but one thing will bring purpose in meantime -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: It's going to be a difficult road, but I'm determined to get there.

25 days ago

Cheap and easy to make drink could help you lose weight -- It has both appetite-suppressing and hydrating properties

25 days ago