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Daily Express - Health

Simple 3am sleep method that helps you nod off fast when you're stressed -- This grounding technique is designed to calm anxiety and stop spiralling thoughts

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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

6 hours ago

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

7 hours ago

Cyclospora symptoms explained as UKHSA issues alert to travellers

7 hours ago

Spider-Man star Tom Holland move sees BBC doctor warn of hidden bites

13 hours ago

BBC NHS doctor shares advice over hot weather symptom seen on skin

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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

3 days ago

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

3 days ago

NHS says eye symptom could be sign of type 2 diabetes

3 days ago

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 -- The vaccine reduces the risk of falling ill and developing serious health problems.

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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

4 days ago

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?...

4 days ago

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

4 days ago

Government update to calls to provide free healthcare products for women

4 days ago

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

5 days ago

'Best' high street sun cream named - 'flew through UVA and SPF tests'

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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 -- People who are using these injections to help manage their weight could face an unexpected side...

6 days ago

Doctor warns five summer foods could be making your hair fall out without you realising -- A hair restoration expert is warning that some seasonal favourites could be quietly affecting...

6 days ago

Dentist issues warning to Brits brushing their teeth with tap water on holiday -- Experts are warning Brits that the danger isn't just from drinking the tap water.

6 days ago

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...

4 days ago

Young people told 'never ignore' these toilet symptoms amid rise in cancer cases

6 days ago

Prof Tim Spector says controversial spread could boost brain health

6 days ago

Lidl issues Saturday, July 25 warning of 'overshoot'

6 days ago

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

7 days ago

Heat rash in babies: How to spot the signs and what to do

7 days ago

Brits warned not to have two popular drinks this week as heatwave continues -- Hot weather is continuing across the UK, and there are two drinks people should avoid if they...

7 days ago

Two signs on your feet that could reveal how 'well' your body is working -- A pharmacist superintendent revealed what the look, and smell, of your feet might be able to say...

7 days ago

5 SELF-CARE TIPS WHICH HARDLY TAKE ANY TIME WILL 'CHANGE YOUR LIFE' -- If you struggle for time during your day to focus on your mindfulness and mental well-being,...

5 days ago

Symptoms after drinking beer that may mean you need to stop -- The issue could be far more specific than a simple hangover

8 days ago

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

8 days ago

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

8 days ago

'I thought my tiredness was from being a working mum - it was actually cancer'

8 days ago

Cardiologist's '6 months' question she always asks patients with heart issues

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

Professor settles debate on whether you really swallow spiders in your sleep -- A professor has finally answered one of the internet's most common spider questions - and that's...

9 days ago

Ebola symptoms to watch out for as health worker monitored in London hospital -- A UK citizen has been evacuated from Africa after being potentially exposed to the killer virus....

9 days ago

I slept with Simba's cooling duvet to keep cool in summer weather - it's now on sale

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

Woman told 'hair looks great' and 'nails stronger' at 60 with 64p addition to tea - A collagen supplment has earned high praise from those looking to support the health of their...

8 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

10 days ago

Two new cancer drugs on NHS offer 'renewed hope' for patients

10 days ago

Give more men prostate cancer therapy that treated Jeremy Clarkson, experts say

10 days ago

Heart risk calculators could also predict chances of cancer — study

10 days ago

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

11 days ago

Easy method to get fluffy and creamy scrambled eggs in under 5 minutes -- Scrambled eggs can turn rubbery in seconds, but this tiny trick can stop that from happening

11 days ago

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...

9 days ago

Doctors didn't know what caused my dizziness - but pins and needles was early symptom -- Nadia Mulliner was suffering increasingly frequent falls, but after several misdiagnoses, a...

11 days ago

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

11 days ago

Expert debunks 5 health myths Brits believe

11 days ago

'A brain disease killed 5 members of my family — we need £10m to try and cure it' -- EXCLUSIVE: John Camidge is campaigning to fund crucial research into deadly prion diseases.

12 days ago

Language barriers stopping holidaymakers getting medical help abroad

12 days ago

Fresh mosquito warning for anyone travelling to 7 regions

12 days ago

Warning issued to anyone who uses aircon - 'worsened symptoms'

12 days ago

'I ignored one symptom on holiday – 3 days later I was fighting for life in hospital'

12 days ago

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

10 days ago

Benefits bill is out of control – battling cancer has shown me what UK must do to fix it -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: It doesn't have to be a simplistic battle between cuts and splashing the...

13 days ago

I thought headache was migraine - days later I was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer -- Kim says she 'just knew something wasn't right' but had 'never experienced migraines before' so...

14 days ago

Energy drink health effects as government issues ban in England

14 days ago

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

14 days ago

£5 off at Well Pharmacy when you spend £15 - Why not stock up on your summer essentials with this fantastic saving!

12 days ago

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

14 days ago

All teenagers could be given meningitis vaccine following deadly outbreaks

15 days ago

NHS confirms 'life-saving' test being sent to over 50s in England - 'we are concerned'

15 days ago

Ultra-processed foods 'linked to a quarter of heart disease deaths'

15 days ago

Tesco makes major announcement on 50,000 free checks for customers at 350 stores

15 days ago

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

15 days ago

Dr Amir Khan explains why you feel like you're falling just as you fall asleep -- It's thought the phenomenon may date back millions of years

16 days ago

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...

16 days ago

Breakthrough Alzheimer's test may predict brain decline a decade before symptoms -- Results will be presented at the world's largest dementia science conference in London.

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

Dr Amir Khan says everyone must do these 5 free and easy things every morning -- "No supplements, nothing to sell, no gadgets, just five things that are good for you to try...

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

Doctor explains exact moments 'pain should not be ignored'

17 days ago

Neurologist's supplement warning as he says follow these brain-boosting tips instead

17 days ago

Joe Marler hits out at "life-maxxing" trend and backs simple habits for a healthier life

17 days ago

'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...

15 days ago

Not exercise or puzzles – Dr Amir Khan says 30 minute activity boosts brain power -- Dr Amir Khan has shared the brain health and healthy ageing benefits of doing something for just...

18 days ago

Cardiologist shares the symptoms to 'never ignore' during a heatwave -- Here are some of the key signs to look out for

15 days ago

Breakthrough as new device could help prevent serious illness among dementia patients

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

I'm a doctor – this is everything you need to know about testosterone - EXCLUSIVE: Dr Jeff Foster, one of the UK's leading experts in the male sex hormone picks apart...

17 days ago

Doctor explains real reason freckles get darker in summer

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

Your ultimate guide to surviving our hot summers – expert advice you can't ignore

19 days ago

Channel 4's Dr Rangan Chatterjee says snacking 'not your fault' and shares simple trick

19 days ago

Doctor settles debate on how much water you need to drink each day — not 2 litres

19 days ago

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

20 days ago

Add 1 thing to water to stay hydrated during heatwave - not salt -- You may already have this in your kitchen

17 days ago

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

20 days ago

The email that proves our NHS is riddled with a baffling level of incompetence -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: It's just absolutely astounding at this point.

20 days ago

British Red Cross shares key method to staying cool during heatwave

20 days ago

NHS flu jab rule change from with new age threshold

20 days ago

Doctor claims 'most powerful' method stops travel sickness -- Travel sickness can turn a simple trip into panic quickly. Knowing some of the 'best' techniques...

21 days ago

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

21 days ago

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

21 days ago

Leg bouncing could be sign of undiagnosed health condition

21 days ago

NHS advice to people on warfarin over common breakfast items

21 days ago

'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.

19 days ago

Neuroscientist's answer when asked 'what prevents Alzheimer's disease' -- A Harvard-trained neuroscientist has shared advice on how to reduce the risk of developing...

22 days ago

Therapist's 10-minute 'worry window' to manage anxiety -- New research suggests nearly half of UK adults have experienced 'constant' anxiety, depression...

22 days ago

'I'm super fit and healthy but use weight-loss jabs so I can party'

22 days ago

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

22 days ago

'European' method to cool your home in heatwave is total game-changer - Today and Friday are predicted to be the hottest days of the current heatwave, and it'll be hot...

21 days ago

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

22 days ago

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

22 days ago

Doctor says five summer habits 'make your IBS and bloating worse'

22 days ago

I was diagnosed with cancer - my wife spotted one red flag symptom I'd been ignoring

22 days ago

Heatwave cool down 'hack' is extremely dangerous, experts say

22 days ago

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

21 days ago

'My daughter's childhood was ruined by wrong diagnosis — she had 6 cycles of chemo' -- Faye Condon, 12, endured gruelling chemotherapy at the age of seven after doctors identified the...

21 days ago

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

23 days ago

Official July 8 alert for people taking ibuprofen, insulin or furosemide -- The UKHSA has issued a warning

21 days ago

Exact temperature that makes using a fan dangerous in heatwave

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

Full list of people not allowed to buy Wegovy weight loss pills -- Wegovy weight loss pills are officially hitting high street shelves for the first time

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

Top Covid scientist issues warning over pandemic vaccine access

23 days ago

Urgent warning issued to Blue Badge holders after 'reports'

23 days ago

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,...

24 days ago

NHS reminder to 'shower and change' on Thursday -- People might need to hop in the shower twice later this week - even if they don't have this...

22 days ago

5 'SILENT KILLER' BLOOD PRESSURE WARNING SIGNS - 1 GETS 'OVERLOOKED' -- Some warnings are so easy to dismiss that they barely register, but they can be the first sign...

24 days ago

Drivers urged to contact the DVLA with 189 condtions or risk £1,000 fine - full list

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

NHS issues urgent advice on sunscreen as many 'do it wrong' The NHS has shared five common mistakes people often make with sunscreen during the summer...

23 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

Neuroscientist tells UK households 'don't dry sheets outdoors this week'

25 days ago

NHS confirms major vaccine rollout for over 65s from October

25 days ago

NHS crucial message to everyone taking citalopram

25 days ago

'I retired after 17 years without a sick day and then got an incurable diagnosis'

25 days ago

Amitriptyline NHS advice - 'call 111' over 'serious' side effect -- Amitriptyline is a prescription medicine primarily used to treat depression

23 days ago

Boy, 5, 'wouldn't laugh or sit up' now rare condition threatens his life -- Bertie was diagnosed after his parents noticed he wasn't laughing or sitting up

25 days ago

NHS shakeup confirmed from 2027 -- NHS bosses have said this will impact waiting times and access to services

25 days ago

Tim Spector says one type of food is best to eat during hot weather

25 days ago

'I thought my menopause symptoms were normal – then I was rushed to hospital'

25 days ago

I'm a GP — here's how to avoid 'silent killer' high blood pressure -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains how tackling high blood pressure could add...

25 days ago

The bizarre thing that really does happen to men's brains when they become a parent

25 days ago

'20-minute' method to feel less tired after England v Mexico game

25 days ago

Mum's dizzy spells lead to discovery forcing birth nine weeks early tomorrow

26 days ago

Woman who turned down gastric band and jabs has now lost 9st

26 days ago

Fall asleep fast after England vs Mexico with three foolproof tricks -- EXCLUSIVE: Sleep scientist Dr Sophie Bostock has offered tips on how to fall asleep after...

25 days ago

I survived cardiac arrests, two cancers and a stroke - 2 reasons I'm still alive -- EXCLUSIVE: He walked away from a heart attack, a stroke, and cancer twice, but the one thing...

25 days ago

Squirrel bites and stomach ache — what happens behind the scenes at NHS 111 -- EXCLUSIVE: Meet the unsung heroes of the NHS's 24/7 non-emergency medical advice line.

25 days ago

Doctor issues warning for 1 common routine that could be a sign of heart disease

26 days ago

Atorvastatin alert as NHS 'cautions' on serious side effects

26 days ago

Cardiologist names four fruits to add to your diet to help combat heart disease risk - Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the UK, but studies suggest eating more fruit may...

26 days ago

UK households urged to remove flowers from home before Wednesday

26 days ago

Mum's severe anxiety left her bedridden and 'not even able to look after son'

25 days ago

'I should be at the World Cup but I'm not allowed to travel more than 4 hours from home'

27 days ago

'Rash and flu-like symptoms' could be key sign of infection as cases confirmed

27 days ago

Cancer drug is my lifeline – but here's why I may choose to stop taking it

27 days ago

Stay cool in a UK heatwave without a fan using simple military method

27 days ago

Cardiovascular surgeon shares 'number one' thing he will always avoid -- A leading surgeon has shared the 'number one' habit he warns against and why

26 days ago

Dr Amir Khan issues hair loss warning as he says 'look for this number' -- You might not realise you have a mineral deficiency

26 days ago

Personal trainer shares biggest exercise mistakes women make during menopause -- Many women approaching menopause respond to weight gain and falling energy levels by exercising...

26 days ago

NHS issues warning over 'unproven miracle cures' on social media

27 days ago

NHS to offer shopping vouchers for Brits who walk 20 minutes per day

28 days ago

New study finds common vitamin could slow brain ageing as we get older -- People with reduced levels of this vitamin in their blood had less grey matter

26 days ago

Man has his jaw rebuilt with leg bone after horror fall chasing thief

28 days ago

Teen thought 'I'm too young for this' when true cause of 'period pains' found

28 days ago

Boy, 3, diagnosed with leukaemia after hospital visit for cut finger

28 days ago

'Transformative' buy that stops intimate 'stinging, itching or dryness' is back in stock

27 days ago

'I have arthritis but am nearly pain-free thanks to one big change' -- Jon Reeves, 59, learned to adapt after his daunting diagnosis.

27 days ago

Dr Amir Khan explains why people on weight loss jabs could have hair loss -- He shared five simple ways to help minimise hair loss

27 days ago

NHS postcode lottery in cancer support exposed — 'worrying picture' -- A charity's research suggests many trusts are not offering adequate psychological support after...

29 days ago

Sports scientist explains why Mexico has huge World Cup advantage over England

29 days ago

I had 38 parasites in my brain after travelling — doctors didn't know what to do

29 days ago

Department of Health responds to calls for change to all white bread in UK - Campaign says 'we believe it is unethical to mass medicate the entire population without their...

28 days ago

Eight in 10 Brits now track health metrics daily, from sleep to heart rate

29 days ago

Symptoms to look out for as measles cases jump up again

30 days ago

Doctor shares at-home heart disease risk test using just a tape measure

30 days ago

I asked 3 dentists thing they would never do for teeth health - two said same thing

30 days ago

Signs you have hearing loss as people who sleep with earphones urged to change setting

30 days ago

Everyday activity that can quietly take on type 2 diabetes—without changing your diet

30 days ago

60P FOOD THAT COULD 'PREVENT' WEAKENING WITH AGE, DENTIST SAYS -- Some surprising foods could boost your teeth health, and it's not milk

30 days ago

Scientists discover 'rare ageing disorder' that makes you age faster -- A new study has discovered a rare disorder that could speed up how your body ages at a cellular...

28 days ago

'Genuine hope' for COPD patients as new jab is rolled out on NHS -- Up to 30,000 people are expected to benefit from the drug.

28 days ago

New hope offered to blind people after lab breakthrough

30 days ago

Dr Amir Khan's brutally honest thoughts on supplements as there's only 3 he takes

1 month ago

UK drivers urged to drive with windows closed from Wednesday -- The advice aligns with the Met Office's recent forecast for this week.

1 month ago

Army veteran, 96, said 14 poignant words before dying - experts say it's common

1 month ago

NHS grass rule as parts of UK forecast on alert for 'very high' pollen levels

1 month ago

Parents waste 8 minutes a day 'negotiating' with kids over one key chore

1 month ago

Common supplement taken by millions for brain health has 'no benefit', new study says

1 month ago

UK penicillin alert as new 'defect' notice issued -- The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a Class 4 Medicines...

1 month ago

'I found my husband stone cold in bed and thought he was dead' -- Adrian Brooking, 55, was found unresponsive

1 month ago

UK health chiefs warn of 'one of greatest risks to health' amid rise in type of infections -- New figures from the UKHSA show that antibiotic-resistant infections in the UK have reached...

1 month ago