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Daily Express - Health

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...

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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

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

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

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

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New 'game-changing' dementia drug could stop disease - everything we know - There is 'remarkable momentum' in dementia drug development, one expert says.

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

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Major Alzheimer's breakthrough as new drug could stop disease

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

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

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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 -- "No supplements, nothing to sell, no gadgets, just five things that are good for you to try...

3 days 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...

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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

3 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

3 days ago

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

3 days ago

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

3 days ago

Not exercise or puzzles – Dr Amir Khan says 30 minute activity boosts brain power

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

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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...

4 days ago

'I'd had cancer 4 times by 21 and now a brain tumour is going to kill me' -- Conor Harding, 21, from Chingford, has been diagnosed with leukaemia four times

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

2 days ago

Doctor explains real reason freckles get darker in summer - Freckles are harmless skin spots caused by genetics and melanin overproduction - but how do they...

3 days ago

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

4 days ago

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

5 days ago

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

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

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

6 days ago

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

3 days ago

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

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

British Red Cross shares key method to staying cool during heatwave -- The British Red Cross has shared heatwave sleep advice with temperatures in the UK set to soar

6 days ago

NHS flu jab rule change from with new age threshold

6 days ago

Doctor claims 'most powerful' method stops travel sickness

6 days ago

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

7 days ago

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

7 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...

4 days ago

NHS advice to people on warfarin over common breakfast items -- People need to be careful what they eat and drink while taking warfarin, according to the NHS

7 days ago

'I'm a doctor — this is what hot weather does to your blood pressure' -- Dr Pauline Swift explains how to limit the effects of heat as temperatures rise once more.

5 days ago

Neuroscientist's answer when asked 'what prevents Alzheimer's disease'

7 days ago

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

8 days ago

'I'm super fit and healthy but use weight-loss jabs so I can party' Brandon Banach says the jabs and IV drips are 'biohacking' so he can keep living a party lifestyle

6 days ago

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

8 days ago

'European' method to cool your home in heatwave is total game-changer

8 days ago

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'

8 days ago

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

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

8 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

8 days ago

Bad sleepers in the heatwave say 'at last I am sleeping well' thanks to 78p-a-day buy -- 'After trying many products to help me relax and sleep, these have done exactly what they...

7 days ago

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

7 days ago

Horror as man's bum 'explodes' after doctors dismiss key symptoms

8 days ago

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

9 days ago

Exact temperature that makes using a fan dangerous in heatwave -- Temperatures are set to soar this week

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

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

9 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...

9 days ago

Urgent warning issued to Blue Badge holders after 'reports' -- Blue badge holders are being told they could be 'called in for questioning'

10 days ago

Pioneering brain drug offers hope for slowing Parkinson's disease -- A drug that showed promise in treating a sleep disorder could potentially help slow symptoms,...

10 days ago

NHS reminder to 'shower and change' on Thursday

10 days ago

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

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Drivers urged to contact the DVLA with 189 condtions or risk £1,000 fine - full list - Drivers have been told that if they do not act correctly, they could face serious consequences

9 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

11 days ago

NHS confirms major vaccine rollout for over 65s from October

11 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

11 days ago

'I retired after 17 years without a sick day and then got an incurable diagnosis' -- Andy Young, 62, was diagnosed after noticing he had gone off beer

11 days ago

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

9 days ago

Boy, 5, 'wouldn't laugh or sit up' now rare condition threatens his life

11 days ago

NHS shakeup confirmed from 2027

11 days ago

Tim Spector says one type of food is best to eat during hot weather -- EXCLUSIVE: Reach spoke to gut health expert Tim Spector on the best foods to eat and when during...

10 days ago

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

11 days ago

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

11 days ago

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

11 days ago

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

11 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

12 days ago

Woman who turned down gastric band and jabs has now lost 9st -- Melanie Sivier, 38, weighed 25st at her heaviest and was a size 32

12 days ago

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

11 days ago

I survived cardiac arrests, two cancers and a stroke - 2 reasons I'm still alive

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

Doctor issues warning for 1 common routine that could be a sign of heart disease - The night-time habit is one that a huge amount of people do before going to bed.

11 days ago

Atorvastatin alert as NHS 'cautions' on serious side effects

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

UK households urged to remove flowers from home before Wednesday

12 days ago

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

11 days ago

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

13 days ago

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

13 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.

11 days ago

Stay cool in a UK heatwave without a fan using simple military method -- As the UK braces for another heatwave, there is a simple military cooling technique that may...

14 days ago

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

12 days ago

Dr Amir Khan issues hair loss warning as he says 'look for this number'

14 days ago

Personal trainer shares biggest exercise mistakes women make during menopause

14 days ago

NHS issues warning over 'unproven miracle cures' on social media -- England's top doctor has taken to TikTok to counter health misinformation.

12 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

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

13 days ago

'Transformative' buy that stops intimate 'stinging, itching or dryness' is back in stock -- This gynaecologist-approved intimate dryness solution keeps selling out - but it's now back.

13 days ago

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

13 days ago

Dr Amir Khan explains why people on weight loss jabs could have hair loss

14 days ago

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

14 days ago

Sports scientist explains why Mexico has huge World Cup advantage over England - One crucial factor could pave the way to disaster for England.

14 days ago

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

15 days ago

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

15 days ago

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

15 days ago

Symptoms to look out for as measles cases jump up again

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

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

16 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

16 days ago

Everyday activity that can quietly take on type 2 diabetes—without changing your diet -- With an estimated 12 million Britons either diabetic or pre-diabetic, there's no entry fee or...

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

Scientists discover 'rare ageing disorder' that makes you age faster

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

New hope offered to blind people after lab breakthrough -- Scientists have conducted important research

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

UK drivers urged to drive with windows closed from Wednesday

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 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.

16 days ago

Common supplement taken by millions for brain health has 'no benefit', new study says -- Millions of people are taking fish oil supplements daily

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

'I found my husband stone cold in bed and thought he was dead'

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

Experts warn UK's dirty air is deadly for Britons with one type of condition - EXCLUSIVE: Experts are sounding the alarm on toxic air, but what keeps some parents awake is the...

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

'My red flag cancer symptom appeared when I ate a banana'

18 days ago

This vaccine for teens could slash their cancer risk with a single dose

18 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

19 days ago

Doctors settle the debate on how many steps a day you should take - it's not 10,000 -- If you're someone who watches your step count every day, it's worth knowing the actual...

19 days ago

Expert reveals the one fabric you should avoid when buying bedding - 'sleep thief' -- With temperatures across the UK remaining high, doing everything to ensure a good night's sleep...

19 days ago

Could a 22p over-the-counter pill help millions of people suffering from pain?

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

I'm a dietitian — one swap on your dinner plate could help keep blood pressure low -- Diabetes dietitian Mike Skarlatos has shared a tip to support heart health and glucose management.

17 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

UK drivers issued 'pollen bomb' warning – £1,000 fine

18 days ago

Diabetes breakthrough as NHS approves new drug that stops disease for 3 years

19 days ago

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

20 days ago

NHS GP's simple '15-minute trick' to reduce morning stress and anxiety -- An NHS GP has shared a simple '15-minute trick' that could help reduce morning stress and anxiety

18 days ago

How Keir Starmer's resignation forced me to face just how much cancer changed my life -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: To say things are no longer the way they were would be a vast understatement.

18 days ago

I'm a chiropractor — follow these 3 rules for better joint and bone health

20 days ago

NHS urges households to add 1 superfood to meals – even from frozen

20 days ago

UK households issued cold shower warning - While a cold shower to combat the heatwave may be tempting, experts are warning against a...

17 days ago

NHS difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke explained and when to call 999

20 days ago

Horror as passenger falls ill with Ebola on flight to Europe

21 days ago

Psychologist shares little-known dementia symptom that appears in the afternoon

21 days ago

Dr Amir Khan reveals the 5 health conditions made worse by the heatwave

21 days ago

'Urgent action needed' on 'silent killer' as UK records 36C temperatures

21 days ago

New fexofenadine update issued as UK experiences 36C temperatures

21 days ago

Four in 10 women experience unexpected menopause symptom -- A TV doctor has given her advice for dry eyes, a lesser-known symptom of the menopause.

21 days ago

I'm a GP — swap biscuits for this sweet treat to cut heart disease risk -- EXCLUSIVE: Dr Samantha Wild has shared a simple tip to help avoid high cholesterol and weight gain.

21 days ago

Difference between heatstroke and heat exhaustion explained — urgent symptoms -- Keep yourself and others safe amid these record-breaking temperatures by recognising the signs.

21 days ago

Fresh UK health crisis spreading across 1 age group – and 3 things are to blame

21 days ago

Naga Munchetty 'fainted' before BBC appearance in painful health admission

21 days ago

NHS advice to cool down 'in 30 minutes' as temperatures could hit 37C -- Following these steps can help prevent deadly heatstroke

22 days ago

Cardiac nurse explains how people with heart conditions can stay safe in heatwave

22 days ago

Parents issued sunscreen warning as they are urged to do one thing this heatwave

22 days ago

NHS hospitals on the brink as machines breaking in 35C heatwave

22 days ago

I'm a doctor — here's how to accurately check your blood pressure at home

22 days ago

Inside the world's number 1 gym where Anthony Joshua and Hollywood stars train with locals -- The gym where champions and movie stars sweat side by side with office workers is in one of the...

21 days ago

Boomers drink the most and exercise the least - but are the most relaxed -- Gen Z are crowned the healthiest generation, despite being three times as stressed as older age...

21 days ago

Join Slimming World for free with our great offer -- We've teamed up with Slimming World to offer you the chance to join your local group for FREE,...

21 days ago

UKHSA shares sign you could be overhydrating in heatwave

22 days ago

Alison Hammond 'emotional' as third of Brits delay 'sight-saving' treatment due to fear

23 days ago

Brain doctor shares everyday habit that might be 'first sign of migraine' A migraine is a complex neurological disorder that can cause many symptoms, including nausea,...

20 days ago

Omeprazole users told 'check label' as NHS lists instructions as heat hits UK

23 days ago

Chafing will stop with 1 cream doctor says 'will help' as 40C heat hits UK

23 days ago

Surgeon's 'rule of six' to do during UK heatwave

23 days ago

The difference between dehydration and just being thirsty

23 days ago

The most common reason people die in hot weather - not heatstroke

23 days ago

UK government names which medications can have stronger impact during heatwave

23 days ago

Warning to anyone using insulin, inhalers or antidepressants during UK heatwave -- A health specialist has urged those on medication to be extra careful about how they store their...

23 days ago

Anyone keeping statins on bedside table given urgent alert -- People have been urged to make this important change if they are one of the millions taking...

23 days ago

Brits urged to put medicines in 1 place on Wednesday -- The Met Office predicted that temperatures will climb to 'at least' 39C on Wednesday.

23 days ago

UK health bosses issue urgent warning over common blood pressure medication

23 days ago

IBS stopped me getting on with life and enjoying key moments with my children

23 days ago

'Our daughter died due to poor care — the NHS trust tried to bury us' -- (Warning: Distressing content) A report into the largest NHS maternity review in history is due...

23 days ago

The five-minute exercise that can boost your mood and keep you alert

23 days ago

Urgent warning issued to anyone with a lung condition — do 9 things this week

23 days ago

Difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's explained

23 days ago

Dr Amir Khan explains why women feel hot weather more than men as heatwave hits

24 days ago

Expert says you must avoid exercising in this four-hour time slot as 40C heat hits UK -- EXCLUSIVE: Those who regularly head out for a run or gym session are being urged to take extra...

24 days ago

Dr Amir Khan ibuprofen alert as NHS GP says 'it can hinder your healing' -- The medical expert claims that people should wait before taking these common medicines as they...

23 days ago

Skin cancer symptom 'people ignore' that's not a mole -- A doctor has warned that some forms of skin cancer can appear differently

24 days ago