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Daily Express - Health

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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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

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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...

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

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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...

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Ways to combat dizziness and exhaustion as 'hottest day ever' to bring 41C heat - Millions of Brits are experiencing heatwave exhaustion symptoms including fatigue and...

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

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

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Language barriers stopping holidaymakers getting medical help abroad -- Research suggests language barriers are among the biggest hurdles for Brits who fall ill abroad...

7 days ago

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

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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...

6 days ago

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

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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...

10 days ago

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

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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...

11 days ago

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

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People urged to double check tiny sign on sunscreen this summer or risk burns -- If you are still using the same sunscreen bottle from three years ago, you need to double check...

12 days ago

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

12 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...

11 days ago

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

13 days ago

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...

14 days ago

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

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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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When the clocks go back in 2026 and what it means for sleep -- The clocks are soon set to go back, but there are some ways it could affect you that many do not...

16 days ago

NHS advice to people on warfarin over common breakfast items

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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...

15 days ago

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

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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...

17 days ago

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

17 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.

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

People in UK urged to follow 30 minute NHS 'rule' after 10am -- People should remember to do this throughout the summer - not just on scorching hot days - as it...

18 days ago

Urgent warning issued to Blue Badge holders after 'reports'

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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...

18 days ago

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

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

20 days ago

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

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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

20 days ago

NHS shakeup confirmed from 2027

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The bizarre thing that really does happen to men's brains when they become a parent -- EXCLUSIVE: It's not a myth, 'dad brain' really exists and the psychologist who proved it...

20 days ago

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

21 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...

20 days ago

Squirrel bites and stomach ache — what happens behind the scenes at NHS 111

21 days ago

'I should be at the World Cup but I'm not allowed to travel more than 4 hours from home' -- EXCLUSIVE: An England fan has shared the surprising reason they cannot attend any overseas matches.

20 days ago

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

22 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

21 days ago

Personal trainer shares biggest exercise mistakes women make during menopause

23 days ago

Man has his jaw rebuilt with leg bone after horror fall chasing thief -- André Gayoso, 35, was left in a coma for 13 days after falling on a metal bar while chasing the...

21 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

23 days ago

NHS postcode lottery in cancer support exposed — 'worrying picture'

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Doctor shares at-home heart disease risk test using just a tape measure -- A heart surgeon has shared a simple at-home heart disease risk test you can do today

25 days ago

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

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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...

23 days ago

'Genuine hope' for COPD patients as new jab is rolled out on NHS

25 days ago

Army veteran, 96, said 14 poignant words before dying - experts say it's common -- A 96-year-old grandad and Army veteran was bedbound for weeks with low blood oxygen before...

25 days ago

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

26 days ago

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

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UK health chiefs warn of 'one of greatest risks to health' amid rise in type of infections

26 days ago

'My red flag cancer symptom appeared when I ate a banana' -- EXCLUSIVE: Carlton Hayman, 67, was diagnosed after speaking to a Tesco pharmacist.

27 days ago

Doctors settle the debate on how many steps a day you should take - it's not 10,000

28 days ago

Could a 22p over-the-counter pill help millions of people suffering from pain? -- With half of British adults plagued by persistent discomfort, science is giving us a better...

28 days ago

Experts' 9 simple things over-60s can do every morning to reduce risks of falls

28 days ago

UK drivers issued 'pollen bomb' warning – £1,000 fine -- With pollen levels set to be very high across large parts of the UK, motorists have been warned...

26 days ago

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'

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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'

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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

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

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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,...

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

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NHS issues fresh advice and urges Brits to do one thing this July -- The NHS has shared guidance on X, reminding people to stay safe

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

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

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Travellers warned as potentially fatal virus confirmed in nine countries

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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....

4 days ago

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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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

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

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NHS vaccine rollout branded a 'shambles' as pharmacies report supply problems -- EXCLUSIVE: A survey found only one in three pharmacies had sufficient stock.

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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

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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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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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Fresh mosquito warning for anyone travelling to 7 regions -- Travellers have been urged to take precautions to protect against diseases spread by mosquitoes

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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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Gordon Ramsay's scrambled eggs taste better with one added ingredient

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Energy drink health effects as government issues ban in England

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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

10 days ago

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...

10 days ago

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...

7 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

11 days ago

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

12 days ago

Doctor explains exact moments 'pain should not be ignored' -- Many of us get aches and pains, but a doctor has explained at which point you need to get help

12 days ago

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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'I'm a GP — we should all know the signs of this condition affecting 1.5m people'

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

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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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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...

14 days 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...

15 days ago

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

15 days ago

British Red Cross shares key method to staying cool during heatwave

15 days ago

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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Boy aged 16 months found dead by sister 'after going to bed with runny nose' -- Anya Sousa, 41, and her husband Hugo Sousa, 45, were devastated when their son Leonardo, known...

16 days ago

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

13 days ago

'I'm a doctor — this is what hot weather does to your blood pressure'

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

17 days ago

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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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

15 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

Exact temperature that makes using a fan dangerous in heatwave

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

Gran told 'dial 999' after asking GP and pharmacist for plaster for cut on her finger -- The pharmacist said they 'don't do blood' and the GP said there was no nurse available

18 days ago

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...

18 days ago

Pioneering brain drug offers hope for slowing Parkinson's disease

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

20 days ago

Amitriptyline NHS advice - 'call 111' over 'serious' side effect

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

I'm a GP — here's how to avoid 'silent killer' high blood pressure

20 days ago

'20-minute' method to feel less tired after England v Mexico game -- The England vs Mexico match is set to be broadcast at 1am BST on Monday and the Government...

21 days ago

Mum's dizzy spells lead to discovery forcing birth nine weeks early tomorrow -- Amy Carroll, 34, put her fainting down as a symptom

21 days ago

Fall asleep fast after England vs Mexico with three foolproof tricks

21 days ago

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

21 days ago

Atorvastatin alert as NHS 'cautions' on serious side effects

21 days ago

Cardiologist names four fruits to add to your diet to help combat heart disease risk

21 days ago

UK households urged to remove flowers from home before Wednesday

21 days ago

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

20 days ago

'Rash and flu-like symptoms' could be key sign of infection as cases confirmed -- The disease is in the same virus family as smallpox

22 days ago

Cancer drug is my lifeline – but here's why I may choose to stop taking it -- Daily Express Cancer Care crusader Robert Fisk offers a candid insight on battling incurable cancer.

21 days ago

Cardiovascular surgeon shares 'number one' thing he will always avoid

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

New study finds common vitamin could slow brain ageing as we get older

23 days ago

Teen thought 'I'm too young for this' when true cause of 'period pains' found -- Gracie Mae Cooper, 19, was diagnosed after experiencing severe stomach pains

22 days ago

Boy, 3, diagnosed with leukaemia after hospital visit for cut finger -- Doctors noticed he looked pale and ran blood tests

22 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

Department of Health responds to calls for change to all white bread in UK

24 days ago

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

25 days ago

Symptoms to look out for as measles cases jump up again

25 days ago

I asked 3 dentists thing they would never do for teeth health - two said same thing -- When three dentists were asked what they would never do do their teeth health, two of them said...

23 days ago

Signs you have hearing loss as people who sleep with earphones urged to change setting -- People have been urged to check a key setting, as they may want to adjust their settings

25 days ago

60P FOOD THAT COULD 'PREVENT' WEAKENING WITH AGE, DENTIST SAYS

25 days ago

New hope offered to blind people after lab breakthrough

25 days ago

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

26 days ago

UK drivers urged to drive with windows closed from Wednesday

26 days ago

NHS grass rule as parts of UK forecast on alert for 'very high' pollen levels -- Following this rule could help prevent hay fever symptoms

26 days ago

Parents waste 8 minutes a day 'negotiating' with kids over one key chore -- Parents face a daily stand-off asking kids to do chores - with toothbrushing the biggest battle.

25 days ago

UK penicillin alert as new 'defect' notice issued

26 days ago

Experts warn UK's dirty air is deadly for Britons with one type of condition

26 days ago

Major maternity change announced after report on 'heartbreaking' NHS failures

26 days ago

The common ingredient that can cut your bowel cancer risk when added to meals

26 days ago

Popular beverage is 'liquid death', claims heart surgeon — it's not alcohol

26 days ago

'I'm a cardiologist - these are the 4 checks every woman should have when they hit 40'

26 days ago

This vaccine for teens could slash their cancer risk with a single dose -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains how a vaccine offered in schools is bringing...

26 days ago

'Extreme' bloating could be caused by 1 common hot drink -- A popular morning drink could be causing some people to feel uncomfortable in the mornings

28 days ago

Expert reveals the one fabric you should avoid when buying bedding - 'sleep thief'

28 days ago

I'm a dietitian — one swap on your dinner plate could help keep blood pressure low

28 days ago

PIP payments could stop if you go on holiday this summer - rules explained

28 days ago

'I'm a GP - this is why I ask if you've Googled your symptoms'

28 days ago

Diabetes breakthrough as NHS approves new drug that stops disease for 3 years -- It has been dubbed the biggest diabetes breakthrough for a century.

27 days ago

Best food for high blood pressure named — and it's just 78p -- You may already have it in the fridge.

29 days ago