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Daily Express - Health

Government urged to prioritise sun safety as NHS spends £2m daily on skin cancer -- EXCLUSIVE: Jessica Zbinden-Webster fought her way back from skin cancer and is now fighting to...

13 hours ago

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

12 hours ago

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

7 hours ago

Major UK charity issues warning to men - 'speak to your GP'

13 hours ago

UK households urged by doctor to make 1 change by September as children go back to school

1 day ago

Fred Bennett's story highlights the importance of recognising childhood cancer symptoms

1 day ago

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

1 day ago

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

1 day ago

Salmonella warning over how we 'handle eggs' amid UK outbreak concerns

2 days ago

Menopausal woman has 'spring in her step' since using 'godsend oil' to curb dryness - Menopausal women has 'spring in her step' thanks to 'godsend no more burning product'

7 hours ago

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

3 days ago

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

3 days ago

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

3 days ago

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

4 days ago

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

5 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'...

7 hours 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...

5 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.

6 days ago

Common high blood pressure symptom affecting millions and how to stop it -- High blood pressure affects a huge number of adults across the UK, and it has one common warning...

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

People taking ramipril or lisinopril for heart issues warned 'avoid' everyday food

7 days ago

Prostate cancer test rules under fire after letter update

7 days ago

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

7 days ago

Doctor warns 'call 999' for three symptoms after a heartbreak -- The expert warned people might dismiss urgent symptoms as 'emotional pain'

2 days ago

ZOE lists 46 foods in season this August - and the simple reason to eat them -- Seasonal produce often travels less, needs less storage and packaging, and is picked closer to...

3 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.

3 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...

6 days ago

Ibuprofen warning issued for people in 5 groups in August – full list

7 days ago

Doctor warns common habit ruins people's blood pressure

7 days ago

Pharmacist issues hair loss warning over 2 common summer mistakes

8 days ago

The horrifying eye condition being linked to weight loss jabs

8 days ago

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

8 days ago

Wear item on feet to sleep better in heatwave, Dr Amir Khan suggests -- Struggling to sleep during the heatwave? TV doctor Amir Khan suggests taking two steps to get a...

6 days ago

NHS eyesight advice and exactly when to seek help from 111 or optician -- The NHS has guidance for anyone worried about changes to their vision

10 days ago

The simple 'life saving' daily habit than can slash your risk of heart problems -- A study reviewed data from almost half a million people.

10 days ago

Blood pressure drug urgent recall issued over 'health consequences' -- The blood pressure drugs have been recalled due to issues dissolving that could cause harmful...

10 days ago

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

10 days ago

NHS confirms vaccine rollout for older adults in England from October

10 days ago

Optician settles debate on whether you can watch the eclipse wearing sunglasses

10 days ago

Worrying 'heart disease and cancer-death' link - one gender at greatest risk

11 days ago

Midwife's advice to help babies sleep in UK heatwave -- A registered midwife has warned parents about the common 'nappy only' mistake many make when it...

7 days ago

'I'm a GP — follow these steps to prevent frailty in old age' -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains how to build resilience for later life.

7 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?

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

Donald Trump 'barely able to walk' in 'disturbing' photos as health fears soar - Images of the US President playing golf circulated on social media over the weekend, prompting...

10 days ago

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

12 days ago

'I had a double transplant at 21 — now I'm training to be a transplant surgeon'

12 days ago

Warning issued to anyone with multiple repeat prescriptions

12 days ago

Berry 'proven' to slash blood pressure and make arteries '10 years younger'

12 days ago

Big Issue launches supersized edition to support eye and hearing care

13 days ago

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

13 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...

13 days ago

Sharing a kidney as father and son has brought us closer together than ever -- EXCLUSIVE: Aged 49 pro-golfer turned club manager Mark Bond began suffering kidney failure......

10 days ago

The landmark UK drug trial that could revolutionise cancer treatment -- EXCLUSIVE: A new UK-led drug trial is pushing at the scariest part of immunotherapy.

11 days ago

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

13 days ago

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

14 days ago

'I'm a doctor – older men need to drink juice daily or risk worrying health scare' -- A new study found older men need to drink more of one thing.

12 days ago

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

14 days ago

Little known NHS letter could save you over £100 on prescriptions

14 days ago

I have incurable cancer and there's one question I can't answer about my own funeral

15 days ago

People aged 66 and over could claim £458 per month from DWP for 56 health conditions

15 days ago

SADS symptoms & NHS advice - full list after Mark Hughes' son dies -- Around 500 people in the UK die every year from the condition which claimed the life of...

12 days ago

I'm a nutritionist — eating these 8 foods can help prevent osteoporosis -- EXCLUSIVE: A senior nutrition scientist has shared foods that can boost bone health and prevent...

16 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...

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

ANALYSIS - I'm a doctor – here are 5 key questions people have about weight loss pills - ANALYSIS - DR ANJU VERMA: These are the five most asked questions at Boots

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

I'm an expert - avoid three things in middle age linked to dementia

17 days ago

Major NHS change is 'biggest redesign of mental health services in a generation'

17 days ago

Urgent warning issued to anyone taking common blood pressure medication

17 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

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),...

19 days ago

Study finds UK women could be missing out on sporting glory due to bladder leaks -- Research for continence care brand TENA says 74% of women are embarrassed by the issue and seven...

19 days ago

I'm a GP — here's what to expect from the NHS when having a baby in 2026 -- Express columnist Dr Azeem Majeed has shared his guide to navigating NHS care during and after...

19 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

19 days ago

'Game-changer' jab given twice a year could transform lives for millions of sufferers -- EXCLUSIVE: The researcher leading UK recruitment says the injection could be 'a game-changer',...

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

Jeremy Clarkson's 'still got it' despite 'stiff arteries' after health scare

20 days ago

Two dementia symptoms often mistaken for stress, according to a GP

21 days ago

Your fridge is your secret weapon to eating healthily – use it wisely

21 days ago

Expert reveals the one superfood to add to your diet – improves heart health -- EXCLUSIVE: Adding this item to your diet could make a huge difference.

17 days ago

The 10p vegetable that slashes cancer risk by up to 15% -- This vegetable is a hot topic at the moment.

21 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.

22 days ago

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

22 days ago

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

23 days ago

Lack of green spaces stop Brits from getting active - as top barriers revealed - A new poll has revealed the greatest barriers to getting active - as 19% feel there just aren't...

20 days ago

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

23 days ago

Cyclospora symptoms explained as UKHSA issues alert to travellers

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

25 days ago

Drivers with anxiety could face £1k fine if they don't tell DVLA -- Motorists could be hit with a £1,000 fine for failing to declare certain health conditions to...

26 days ago

Don't lose your breakfast – these unlikely creatures might be life-saving superheroes -- It sounds too revolting to be true but, as entomologist Dino Martins reveals, there's growing...

26 days ago

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

26 days ago

NHS says eye symptom could be sign of type 2 diabetes

26 days ago

Europe holiday hotspots see virus cases surge - there's no vaccine -- The warning covers multiple popular destinations

27 days ago

NHS confirms double vaccine for older adults aged 65-80

27 days ago

Little-known driving symptom could be dementia

27 days ago

Don't suffer in silence from this common health condition made worse by hot weather

27 days ago

Experts confirm 'safe' maximum number of cups of coffee you can drink a day

27 days ago

Government update to calls to provide free healthcare products for women -- More than 19,000 people have signed a petition

28 days ago

Brits going on planes for summer holidays urged to spend extra £2.60 -- Mobility experts are urging travellers to reconsider one seemingly harmless habit that could...

24 days 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...

24 days ago

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

28 days ago

Women risk 'accidental' side effect from Mounjaro and Wegovy

29 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...

27 days ago

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

29 days ago

Pharmacists warn Labour's meningitis vaccine roll-out 'riddled with problems'

29 days ago

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

29 days ago

Prof Tim Spector says controversial spread could boost brain health

29 days ago

Lidl issues Saturday, July 25 warning of 'overshoot'

29 days ago

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

30 days 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.

30 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...

30 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...

30 days ago

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

30 days ago

Symptoms after drinking beer that may mean you need to stop

30 days ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Travellers warned as potentially fatal virus confirmed in nine countries

1 month 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...

1 month 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....

1 month 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...

29 days ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

UKHSA's school holiday warning as it shares 11am rule - The Met Office is predicting the summer holidays this year will be warmer than usual

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Heart risk calculators could also predict chances of cancer — study

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Easy method to get fluffy and creamy scrambled eggs in under 5 minutes

1 month 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...

1 month 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...

1 month ago

Cardiologist reveals 1 superfood to add to your diet - cuts cholesterol -- Making sure you have a balanced diet is key to a healthy lifestyle.

1 month ago

Expert debunks 5 health myths Brits believe

1 month ago

'A brain disease killed 5 members of my family — we need £10m to try and cure it'

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Fresh mosquito warning for anyone travelling to 7 regions

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month 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...

1 month 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...

1 month ago

Energy drink health effects as government issues ban in England -- Energy drinks containing more than 150mg of caffeine per litre will be banned for under-16s in...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

£5 off at Well Pharmacy when you spend £15

1 month ago

Nutritionist explains difference between cherry and heritage tomatoes – one is healthier - A nutritionist has revealed why one type of tomato may be a healthier choice - and it comes down...

1 month ago

All teenagers could be given meningitis vaccine following deadly outbreaks

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month 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...

1 month 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.

1 month ago

I'm a nutrition scientist — swap pastries for this recipe to cut heart disease risk -- Bridget Benelam has shared her alternative breakfast that could reduce risk of high cholesterol...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Dr Amir Khan says everyone must do these 5 free and easy things every morning

1 month ago

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...

1 month ago

Doctor explains exact moments 'pain should not be ignored'

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month 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...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Breakthrough as new device could help prevent serious illness among dementia patients -- EXCLUSIVE: A device that uses AI could help prevent serious illnesses among people living with...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

I'm a doctor – this is everything you need to know about testosterone

1 month ago