Page Updated: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 11:33 PM ET

Daily Express - Health

Popular sugar alternative could increase heart attack and stroke risk -- A new landmark study over 30 years and 17,000 people has linked consuming high levels of Xylitol...

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Cancer treatment at 1 time of the day 'could double survival time'

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'My little boy survived blood cancer — these were his symptoms'

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Brits taking common pain medication issued shortage warning

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NHS launches free high street blood test to save Brits from 'ticking time bombs'

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One single thing Brits can do in 90 minutes that lowers blood pressure by 9%

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10 SIMPLE HABITS THAT REDUCE THE RISK OF DEMENTIA

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NHS advice urges women taking 5 everyday medications to check medicine cabinet

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Thyroid drug recalled due to health risks as tablets may be 'superpotent'

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Scientist reveals why some Britons suffer nasty, swollen mosquito bites - but others don't - Bedroom windows stay open in the heat but the morning itch can turn into a hot, swelling panic...

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Dr Amir Khan's 5 life changes that could help slash dementia risk

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Doctor names 1 health change that 'can cut risk of dementia by half'

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Scrambled eggs will taste 'restaurant quality' when cooked with 75p ingredient

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

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Adding 69p ingredient to morning tea or coffee gives it a 'health boost'

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The 6 unexpected foods that can pass on Salmonella -- Many different foods can harbour Salmonella, not just chicken and eggs.

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I'm a neurologist - the quickest test for dementia is just 3 hand movements -- The simple test works by activating different parts of the brain.

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'I'm a doctor and there could be an underlying reason you feel tired all the time' -- Are you always feeling exhausted? Dr Amir Khan explains the difference between everyday...

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MAPPED: The 10 UK areas where healthy life expectancy is less than 50 years -- Our interactive maps break down the healthy life expectancy across regions in the UK so you can...

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The 59p 'superfood' that Brits should eat twice a week - 'keep your heart healthy'

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'I'm a doctor and this is why you shouldn't bring your phone when you go to the toilet'

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Mobile dental unit to bring vital care to those in need across the UK

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Yoghurt will 'have more protein, calcium, vitamins' if you do 1 thing before eating

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9 NATURAL WAYS TO LOWER HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE WITHOUT MEDICINE -- It is a common medical condition where the force of blood pushing against your artery walls is...

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Dementia warning as four common habits could be putting you at risk -- Common habits could be putting you at risk of dementia, the Alzheimer's Society has warned. New...

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Not niacinimide or retinol – avoid buying 1 skincare product online -- A pharmacist has warned against buying a potent prescription-only product from unregulated...

7 days ago

Woman says 50p-a-day drops beat '3pm slump' and left her with 'less fatigue' "This isn't just another iron supplement, it's one that actually makes a difference."

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Nearly three-quarters of Gen Z are regularly waking up grumpy and irritable

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Nine foods to cut out of your diet to slash diabetes risk

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NHS to send important message to millions of Britons from Tuesday

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Health minister issues update on changes to qualifying rules for free NHS prescriptions

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Dr Amir Khan reveals 5 everyday things which can raise your blood pressure

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Children's charity handed £86k donation at Dutch Grand Prix -- An awe-inspiring charity has netted a whopping £86,000 in funding after picking up an award at...

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UK pharmacies stock new pill for 2 common conditions – from today -- The UK is the first country in Europe where the drug will be sold on prescription.

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Woman, 42, has nine organs removed after endometriosis turns out to be cancer -- Claire Gerring, from Wantage in Oxfordshire, underwent a 10-hour operation to remove nine organs.

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Mum's anguish as son's body parts removed without her consent - 'completely devastated' -- Andrea Mauk was on holiday in Costa Rica when she received the devastating news that her son had...

8 days ago

'I was left in constant state of arousal after paying £1,000 for women's retreat'

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Government urged to prioritise sun safety as NHS spends £2m daily on skin cancer

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Common breakfast mistake means you're hungry again by 11am

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UK households issued false widow spider advice as bites on the rise

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Major UK charity issues warning to men - 'speak to your GP' -- The UK charity is urging men to be aware of the misconceptions surrounding the disease that...

10 days ago

UK households urged by doctor to make 1 change by September as children go back to school -- A doctor has issued UK families some advice to ensure they are prepared for the new school year.

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Fred Bennett's story highlights the importance of recognising childhood cancer symptoms -- Fred Bennett's mother says they knew a lot about the signs of meningitis, glandular fever, and...

7 days ago

Nutritionist's 30-second breakfast check ensures you're 'full until lunchtime'

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Brits stop exercising after 33 days – but skipping rest days could be why

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Salmonella warning over how we 'handle eggs' amid UK outbreak concerns - EXCLUSIVE: With reports of over 200 salmonella cases reported in the UK so far, a hygiene expert...

8 days ago

Menopausal woman has 'spring in her step' since using 'godsend oil' to curb dryness

12 days ago

'My fiancé passed out after heatwave gym session - then the true nightmare started'

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Brits urged not to 'ignore' wearable tech health alerts which could be 'serious issue'

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TV doctor urges Burnham to tackle 'national crisis' over UK life expectancy gap

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Mrs Brown's Boys' Brendan O'Carroll's health woes - heart attack fears to urgent surgery

13 days ago

Legal rights if builders constantly play music too loud while working at neighbour's house

14 days ago

Mum loses 11 stone with one at-home wall workout using 'game changer' app -- There's now a way for savvy shoppers to get 80% off the Simple app, which users say is 'amazing'...

9 days ago

I'm a GP — these 6 simple steps can improve your gut health -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains why looking after your gut can have...

14 days ago

'My surprising new hobby has become a stepping stone to stroke recovery' -- Andy Reynolds is recovering from a sudden stroke that left his right arm weak.

15 days ago

Common high blood pressure symptom affecting millions and how to stop it

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I asked experts how many fruits and vegetables you're really supposed to eat every day

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People taking ramipril or lisinopril for heart issues warned 'avoid' everyday food -- Millions of people are prescribed the drug but there are times when they might have to make...

10 days ago

Prostate cancer test rules under fire after letter update

16 days ago

Health visitor reveals what she notices first in your home – 'it's not the washing'

16 days ago

Doctor warns 'call 999' for three symptoms after a heartbreak

17 days ago

ZOE lists 46 foods in season this August - and the simple reason to eat them

16 days ago

DWP confirms 4 chronic pain conditions eligible for £778-a-month payment - full list -- The four conditions can severely limit a person's ability to move around.

12 days ago

Simple dinner time habit could help 'prevent diabetes' -- A small change to your evening routine could make a noticeable difference to how your body...

12 days ago

Ibuprofen warning issued for people in 5 groups in August – full list -- Pharmacists are warning five groups of people to take extra care with ibuprofen during hot weather.

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Doctor warns common habit ruins people's blood pressure

17 days ago

Pharmacist issues hair loss warning over 2 common summer mistakes

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The horrifying eye condition being linked to weight loss jabs - Cases of eye damage have surged in people using weight loss injections

10 days ago

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

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

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

19 days ago

Blood pressure drug urgent recall issued over 'health consequences'

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

NHS confirms vaccine rollout for older adults in England from October -- The rollout will target when respiratory viruses reach their peak.

16 days ago

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

20 days ago

Worrying 'heart disease and cancer-death' link - one gender at greatest risk -- That quiet link between heart disease and cancer deaths just got far more personal, as one group...

20 days ago

Midwife's advice to help babies sleep in UK heatwave

18 days ago

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

20 days ago

Doctor settles debate on whether it's safe to eat cheese with mould on -- Many people believe that cutting off the mould on cheese makes it safe to eat, but is this true?

21 days ago

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

21 days ago

Three drinks everyone should avoid having this week as heat alert issued

21 days ago

Donald Trump 'barely able to walk' in 'disturbing' photos as health fears soar

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UK scientist reveals how heatstroke can kill days after your body's cooled down

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

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Warning issued to anyone with multiple repeat prescriptions -- The National Pharmacy Association has issued advice for people receiving repeat prescriptions.

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Berry 'proven' to slash blood pressure and make arteries '10 years younger' -- It has also been found to boost fat burning, according to new research.

22 days ago

Big Issue launches supersized edition to support eye and hearing care

22 days ago

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

22 days ago

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

21 days ago

Sharing a kidney as father and son has brought us closer together than ever

22 days ago

The landmark UK drug trial that could revolutionise cancer treatment

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Millions 'are being denied' access to non-pharmaceutical help in quitting smoking

22 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

Little known NHS letter could save you over £100 on prescriptions -- People don't need to have specific benefits or conditions to be eligible

24 days ago

I have incurable cancer and there's one question I can't answer about my own funeral -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: And I bet you can't either!

16 days ago

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

25 days ago

SADS symptoms & NHS advice - full list after Mark Hughes' son dies

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I'm a nutritionist — eating these 8 foods can help prevent osteoporosis

25 days ago

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

26 days ago

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

26 days ago

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

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

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

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

22 days ago

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

27 days ago

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

27 days ago

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

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

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

26 days ago

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

28 days ago

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

28 days ago

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

28 days ago

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

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

29 days ago

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

29 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

26 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

NHS says eye symptom could be sign of type 2 diabetes

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

NHS confirms double vaccine for older adults aged 65-80

1 month ago

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

1 month 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?...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Government update to calls to provide free healthcare products for women

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Women risk 'accidental' side effect from Mounjaro and Wegovy

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month 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...

1 month ago

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%

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Lidl issues Saturday, July 25 warning of 'overshoot'

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Symptoms after drinking beer that may mean you need to stop

1 month ago

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

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

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