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Daily Express - Health

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...

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UK issues new health warning to anyone taking finasteride

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Anyone taking loperamide diarrhoea tablets given new alert

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

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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

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

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Eat 2 17p pieces of fruit a day 'and see cholesterol levels drop' Scientists found eating the fruit was vital - just juice didn't have the same effect

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

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

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World Health Organisation shares seven key methods to stop hantavirus

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

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I starred in Sharpe, Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones – this is how I unwind

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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".

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

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No, you're not imagining it, hayfever is becoming much more common – here's what do to -- Fortunately, there's plenty of good advice around on how to stop yourself suffering

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'I'm a doctor - this vegetable can naturally lower your blood pressure' -- High blood pressure affects around one in three adults in the UK

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May warning as Brits face 'increased risk' of 'burning' condition

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The 1 biggest mistake hay fever sufferers are still making

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Hantavirus cruise ship Britons to isolate at Merseyside hospital

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

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'I'm a pharmacist - here's 3 ways to stop hay fever in its tracks in May' -- Mid-May means the peak of grass pollen season in the UK.

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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...

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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.

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

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Britons urged to put their socks in the freezer this month

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'I'm a doctor - this two-minute habit could help bring down cholesterol levels'

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Warning as 10 key factors could put your brain at risk of dementia says new study

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Hantavirus symptoms people are urged to look out for after cruise ship outbreak

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Mum loses 17st in a year after online shaming video – no surgery or weight loss jabs

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'I had 2 widowmaker heart attacks at 32 after I dismissed the symptoms as something else' -- Ryan Mickleburgh survived two potentially fatal 'widowmaker' heart attacks after mistaking the...

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Women now turn to AI for health advice as pain ignored by healthcare professionals -- Woman are increasingly turning to AI for health advice saying the severity of their pain is...

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Doctor explains what you need to know about hantavirus as 3 evacuated from cruise ship -- As the MV Hondius cruise ship heads to the Canary Islands following a hantavirus outbreak, a...

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'I'm 43 - this SPF absorbs quickly and doesn't slide under foundation' -- The Eucerin Age Defence Lightweight Sunscreen Lotion is proving popular thanks to its...

3 days ago

Dr Punam explains when 'tiredness' could be 'sign of something sinister'

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Viral infection outbreak in UK seaside town sparks warning letters to parents

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Major shortage warning issued over vital drug taken by 1000s

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'I'm a doctor and here's why the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak is so scary'

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Eating this common food five times a week 'could cut Alzheimer's risk by 27%' -- Researchers found this food appeared to promote good brain health.

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3 COMMON HABITS NEUROLOGIST AVOIDS TO 'REDUCE RISK OF STROKE' -- A neurologist has listed three seemingly innocent habits he'll "never" do in a bid to avoid...

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UK households issued bathroom warning in May -- A bathroom specialist has explained why having a maintained bathroom is particularly crucial...

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Keir Starmer shares hantavirus outbreak 'wider public risk' update

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Doctor issues important advice to anyone planning a BBQ

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'AI detects disease years before doctors' in bombshell cancer breakthrough - A new study has come out

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Asthma patients using salbutamol blue inhalers told contact GP as 'dangerous' alert issued

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EasyJet '48-hour rule' for passengers with medical conditions to get 'free extra bag'

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RAC shares simple change that can ease hay fever symptoms for drivers

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Surprising side-effect of weight loss medication revealed by new research

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The 33 pence superfood hiding in your fridge

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Doctor warns of 'significant' lifestyle habit driving cancer increase

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Red flag symptom of cancer you can only spot at night -- Cancer affects 1 in 2 people in the UK and this symptom is only possible to spot at night.

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'Rationing' warning issued over serious shortage of common blood pressure medicine -- Pharmacies in the UK are rationing blood pressure medication as the Department of Health and...

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Make any vegetable tasty with three ingredients used by world's longest living people -- Vegetables are a staple in the Blue Zones diet of the world's longest-living individuals.

10 days ago

'Toughest' UK cities to find an NHS dentist revealed - is yours on the list?

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Heart surgeon names 4 diet factors 'proven to shorten life'

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'I'm a nutrition coach – this 45p supplement helped me drop 3cm from my waist in a month' -- The personal trainer says a pill dulled a post-Christmas sugar pull.

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Scientists make lung cancer breakthrough thanks to 'brave' patients like Lydia

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Households told to avoid 1 drink on Saturday

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OPINION - Patients are being forced to risk irreversible damage to their spines – this must end now

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Outbreak travel alerts as 19 countries hit with viruses and diseases May 2026

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NHS issues 'check your skin now' warning over illness that kills thousands -- The NHS has urged the public to check for symptoms and warning signs

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18-month warning for anyone stopping Ozempic or Wegovy -- Millions of people use GLP-1 medicines.

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Recurring nightmares could be a warning sign of serious health condition, expert warns -- If you regularly wake from bad dreams, it could be a sign of an underlying health condition...

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Major UK ban hailed 'historic' as Sir Chris Whitty issues new law alert

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Hitting NHS diet goal daily helps skin 'look more healthy and plump'

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Marie Curie nurse reveals powerful 'end of life lessons' from terminal patients - One in three people in the UK don't get the essential end of life care they need

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Not weekly or fortnightly – vets reveal exactly how much you should wash your dog

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Full list of side effects as urgent UK recall issued for popular medication

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NHS April 29 update for patients with hospital referrals and appointments

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NHS dementia patients 'mislabelled as aggressive and violent', medics warn

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UK stroke postcode lottery fears as patients face 'stark' treatment inequalities

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Common drink could increase dementia risk says study

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Heart doctor warns one drink is 'liquid death' – it's not alcohol -- 'Just don't drink them.'

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UK households urged to close windows at night-time this weekend -- The Met Office's advice will benefit millions of people this weekend.

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Vernon Kay touches on struggle with 'many ailments' including 'losing my memory' -- BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon Kay has opened up about his health fears as he celebrated his 52nd...

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One-a-day drink 'raises heart disease risk' says cardiologist - and it's not coffee

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Urgent Sertraline recall issued April 28 over 'Citalopram packaging error'

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Veterinary nurse warns against dogs drinking from common water bowl -- A veterinary nurse has warned that it could pose serious health risks

12 days ago

'Faces of doctors' confirmed diagnosis after non-pregnant woman 'lactated'

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'I'm a doctor and here are 3 easy and effective ways to deal with heartburn'

14 days ago

Dr Amir Khan's health advice as he says 'you're not imagining this'

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Travel warning for Brits over 'serious' illness

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A third of Gen Zs prioritize fitness goals when planning their holiday getaways -- One in 10 Gen Zs admit access to a gym is more important to them than good weather.

13 days ago

Zac Efron shares the '12-hour rule' he swears by to 'stay ripped' -- The Hollywood star, known for his roles in High School Musical, Hairspray and The Greatest...

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Orthopaedic surgeon's '48-hour' warning for anyone with specific symptom today -- Almost 60,000 people could be in this position this week

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19 disabilities that mean you could qualify for Blue Badge parking permit

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I'm a doctor and I nearly didn't spot my own cancer symptoms - this is my advice

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'I smoked for 30 years before getting lung cancer — phasing out tobacco is right' EXCLUSIVE: Lung cancer survivor Susie Hartley, 75, welcomed plans to create a smoke-free generation.

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BBC doctor shares 'what you need to know' about antihistamines

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Change your cooking in these six ways and help yourself to live longer

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Blue Zones expert shares 'superfood' you should eat daily to live longer

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Michael Mosley's Just One Thing hails key vitamin to ward off dementia

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Marathon legend Paula Radcliffe names breakfast items she eats before running

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Musculoskeletal specialist tells Brits 'act fast' if they feel pain and 'don't ignore it'

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Five habits that speed up ageing named by doctor — alcohol not on the list -- Five habits that speed up ageing named by doctor - alcohol not on the list

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TV GP says one symptom in patients 'scares me - for good reason' -- ITV This Morning medic said 'it's really important that you do not ignore this'

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I'm a doctor — swap out this item from your Sunday roast to cut heart attack risk -- EXCLUSIVE: A doctor has shared a simple tweak to prevent high cholesterol.

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My cancer is fighting back against treatment – now comes the hardest part

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Doctor warns brushing teeth at this time could 'wear down' enamel and gums

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Little-known factors 'increase your risk of cancer' - not smoking or drinking -- While smoking, a poor diet and too much alcohol are well-known cancer risk factors, Macmillan...

15 days ago

NHS GP issues 'little-known breakfast' alert to anyone taking common pill for hay fever

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Medical miracle as British girl born blind has sight restored by pioneering new treatment

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Nearly half of runners say a run 'doesn't count' unless they've tracked it on a device

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Terrifying reason Brits are experiencing more heart attacks and strokes

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Mum's brain cancer symptoms dismissed as 'stress' by GP -- Libby Woolaston, 32, from Wolverhampton, claims three doctors dismissed her concerns.

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New three-in-one blood pressure pill cuts stroke risk by almost 40% -- Researchers hope the tablet could benefit millions worldwide.

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'I'm glad I had double mastectomy after mammogram failed to detect tumour' -- A breast cancer campaigner has vowed she'll be back in Westminster every year until the...

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NHS App outage left millions unable to access vital health services

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Millions of NHS patients emailed 'two-day' prescription alert

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Woman paralysed after mistaking rare condition for back ache - Lucy Dunford was 19 when she started suffering from 'stabbing pains' between her shoulder blades.

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'I'm a doctor and this is when you should be concerned about stomach pain'

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I'm a personal trainer – don't make these rookie mistakes if you're inspired to get fit

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Brits avoid seeking medical advice due to embarrassment and fear of bad news

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Symptom in front of the TV you 'shouldn't ignore' that could indicate dementia

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I'm a doctor — remove this one food from your fry-up breakfast to cut blood pressure

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'I'm a neurologist - taking this popular supplement could be toxic'

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A quarter of Brits are sleep deprived, averaging only 5 hours per night -- Some Brits are getting less than six hours' sleep a night - and it's making pain worse, while...

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Donald Trump 'suffers complete collapse' on live TV as he admits 'fear of falling' -- Donald Trump made the remarks while appearing to take aim at his political predecessor during a...

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Everything you need to know as Ramipril users told to check capsules -- The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has announced a recall

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Why hay fever season 'now lasts weeks longer' than in the 1990s

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Monty Don's favourite tea he drinks every morning is delicious and helps you 'live longer'

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Brits given urgent long Covid warning as cases soar in UK -- Health officials are warning Brits to check for symptoms as long Covid has 'not gone away'.

18 days ago

NHS issues alert for condition that 'affects everyone differently'

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Urgent new Ramipril blood pressure medication alert as patients should 'contact pharmacy'

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'My wife died aged 46 from rare disease after just one symptom'

21 days ago

New update given as cakes and biscuits 'contaminated by rodents'

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'My son died of an allergic reaction — the National Allergy Strategy will save lives' -- EXCLUSIVE: Helen Blythe helped shape the National Allergy Strategy after losing her son Benedict.

19 days ago

'I had stage 3 bowel cancer – pioneering new treatment has seen it melt away' -- EXCLUSIVE: Christopher Burston is one of 32 patients who trialled a groundbreaking new therapy

19 days ago

Households with wood burners issued health warning by doctor - 'even small amounts' -- Wood burners could be linked to a range of conditions.

21 days ago

Drivers with common health condition told 'swipe your car dashboard'

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DWP benefits claims for food issues surge by 500%

21 days ago

Blue Badge parking -13 places you cannot park including huge area with special rule - Blue Badge holders can park in many restricted areas but there are 12 places they must never...

21 days ago

People that got Covid may still have 'signature in the blood'

21 days ago

Davina McCall confesses 'it ruins you' as she sheds light on wincing home mishap

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The midlife disorder 'on the increase' – soaring among 40s and 50s women

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I'm a diabetes doctor — follow these three steps to put Type 2 into remission

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Putin's victims being spared death thanks to AI and incredible advances in medicine

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Pet owners told what to do after returning to house after dog walk

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Top cardiologist pinpoints two key steps to enjoy 'golden decade' of health -- EXCLUSIVE: Prof John Deanfield says you should treat your health like a pension.

21 days ago

Doctor's warning as waking up in the 'middle of the night' could signal serious problem -- You should speak to your GP if this regularly happens to you

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My brother jetted 3,300-miles - that emergency flight saved my life -- EXCLUSIVE: When dad-of-three John Blackston, 46, was struck down again with leukaemia after...

21 days ago

Hay fever sufferers urged to try 1 'life-changing' thing most people don't know about

22 days ago

Pensioners over 75 urged to get new Covid jab as 'immunity wanes'

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'I have binge-eating disorder but can't get NHS help - I'm screaming into the void' -- EXCLUSIVE: Zoe Hazel described how it feels to live with the debilitating condition.

24 days ago

I'm perfect patient to bust bizarre NHS conspiracy theory – don't listen to tinfoil hats

24 days ago

NHS advises pregnant women to take key vitamin for baby's brain and spine development

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Common skin condition may trigger arthritis 'at any age'

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10 LIFE LESSONS TERMINAL PATIENTS ALWAYS SHARE, SAYS END-OF-LIFE NURSE

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NHS GP says anyone still tired after sleeping should get checked for medical condition -- The exhaustion that still clings after a full night of sleep and constant infections could be...

25 days ago

Brits told to shut windows as 'perfect storm' hits UK -- A surge in problems may be linked to a toxic combination

25 days ago

Wife shares heartbreak as husband dies 11 days after covid jab -- Sheila Ward's husband Stephen died 11 days after receiving the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine in 2021

25 days ago

I'm a skincare expert — look for 2 things on sunscreen bottles to avoid cancer

25 days ago

'I've had IBS for 30 years' but £1.60-a-day change means 'I have no pain or bloating'

25 days ago

Ultra-processed foods 'strong concerns' alert as new UKRI study reveals health fears - A new Government-funded study has found the public feels in the dark about ultra-processed foods...

24 days ago

New weight loss jabs 'too good to be true' warning from pharmacies

26 days ago

Alzheimer's bombshell as meds 'make no difference' and 'cause bleeding'

26 days ago

NHS window and door advice as most of England set for 'high' pollen levels

26 days ago

NHS-approved diet for people trying to lower cholesterol naturally

26 days ago

Cholesterol superfoods for heart health — doctor names 6 best fish

26 days ago

'I had Type 2 diabetes – four simple changes got me out of the danger zone'

27 days ago

Boots pharmacist says 2 things in your home could be 'secret hay fever pollen magnets' -- A pharmacist has highlighted two things that could be making symptoms worse.

27 days ago

Dr Amir Khan reveals why you 'keep waking up at 3am' every night -- The expert warned this could be caused by a serious problem

27 days ago

Wegovy obesity patients to see major change from April 14 with new jab option -- More than 1.6 million people use weight loss medication across the UK

27 days ago

Top five side effects of weight loss jabs reported by patients as almost half affected

27 days ago

Investigation as mysterious illness kills five people abroad

27 days ago

Woman left 'like alien' after 28 years of eczema cream believes it's to blame -- Rosemary Hook, 29, was prescribed the cream since she was three months old

28 days ago

'I'm a neurologist - this hobby is the one of the best things for your brain'

27 days ago

'I'm a cardiac nurse — these 7 exercises could help slash your heart disease risk by 35%'

28 days ago

Weight gain could be caused by 'common condition'- when to see your GP

28 days ago

Common car setting can cause 'uncontrollable tiredness' if not turned off

28 days ago

Michael Mosley's much-loved diet that could ward off dementia -- The late doctor said that this diet could boost brain health - and it's easy to include in your diet

28 days ago

'I lost nearly three stone with no effort after finding a weight loss app on Facebook' -- "If I can do it, anyone can do it, because I have spent a lifetime struggling with weight."

27 days ago

Top fitness guru reveals 3 common nutrition mistakes people make before exercise -- These common pre-workout habits could be ruining your workout - here's how to fix it.

27 days ago

Doctor explains feeling sluggish could be symptom of common condition

28 days ago

Night-time habit could be early red flag for stroke or heart failure says doctor

29 days ago

'I'd never heard of my type of breast cancer — it didn't start with a lump' EXCLUSIVE: Becky Toseland, 51, noticed a worrying change a few months before her wedding.

28 days ago

'Red flag' omeprazole issue raised by NHS GP for acid reflux patients

29 days ago

Homemade gin goes wrong as man pricked by slow-acting 'poison' while berry picking

1 month ago

I used to booze until I blacked out – now I'm a sober coach helping other binge drinkers

1 month ago

NHS offers second dose of MenB vaccine after outbreak in Kent

1 month ago

Sleep expert suggests two things to change if you wake up at 3am each day

1 month ago

BBC's Naga Munchetty shares 'best' thing to say at GP appointments after health battle

1 month ago

Man, 60, diagnosed with cancer after dismissing symptoms as heartburn -- Oesophageal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the UK.

1 month ago

NHS issues 'April 13' patient alert in new update across England -- It comes as the final days of the latest six-day resident doctors' strike approach

1 month ago

Patients with certain type of cancer 'less likely to die' when given rare disease pill -- Women with a certain type of ovarian cancer may benefit from taking a drug used to treat a rare...

1 month ago

Breakthrough dementia drugs — what went wrong and what happens next?

1 month ago

I have incurable cancer with not long left – I fear the NHS wants me dead

1 month ago

Shoppers praise 'life changing' 44p-a-day solution for sleep problems and low energy -- Customers have rated the tablets highly online.

29 days ago

British Veterinary Association cautionary advice over vegan diet for dog

1 month ago

NHS explains 'best way' to lower high cholesterol and all those most at risk

1 month ago

Budget-friendly lunch under £1 that can lower blood pressure and diabetes risk

1 month ago

Cholesterol superfood that unclogs arteries is 'better than aspirin' doctor says

1 month ago

Omeprazole users face two major health risks with one mistake -- Researchers urged people to carefully follow instructions around the common medication

1 month ago

UKHSA urges 'protect yourself' as highly infectious illness spreads -- UKHSA wants people to look after themselves and their children

1 month ago

Sleep faster and deeper by eating 20p fruit before going to bed -- Struggling to drift off? A simple bedtime snack could be the surprising key to deeper, more...

1 month ago