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Daily Express - Health

Potassium-packed 55p fruit could help slash blood pressure -- A mineral found in the fruit can help combat the effects of salt on the body.

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Winter can make this common female condition worse – here's how to protect yourself

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'It's devastating knowing I have stage 4 cancer and it is not being treated'

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17 signs of rare cancer which is often misdiagnosed by GPs as more common illnesses

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Full list of all baby formulas recalled as 36 infants 'poisoned' by toxin

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Parents urged to check baby milk as FSA issues rare 'do not use' statement

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Men over 50 issued unlikely health warning – not just women

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Flu breakthrough as new nasal spray promises to block viruses before infection - Twice-daily nasal spray packed with powerful antibodies has blocked flu infection in animals and...

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Monty Don reveals major decade long health battle after ignoring doctor's advice

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Find out if you're colour blind by doing quick number test on your phone

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Cardiologist says five lesser-known habits harm your heart health

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NHS shares five lifestyle changes to lower cholesterol 'before' statins

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The ONLY six side effects caused by statins revealed in major study — full list

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Exactly time to drink coffee and how many cups you should have to avoid insomnia -- A study has revealed when people should drink coffee to help their health

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Ozempic and Wegovy users new warning to 'go to casualty' with vision-loss side effect -- The MHRA has issued an urgent warning about a rare side effect causing sudden vision problems

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UKHSA warning to stop using these four wipes after infection outbreak -- There have been 59 cases of the infection so far, with one death recorded.

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Four key signs of infection to spot as UKHSA warns of outbreak linked to wipes -- One fatality has been linked to this infection in the UK.

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Free NHS service could help people reduce risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes

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Type-1 diabetic shares 3 changes to rice that prevent blood sugar spikes

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'I'm an oncologist and all young women must do 5 things now to cut cancer risk'

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Urgent warning to Brits visiting beautiful island after 150 catch deadly stomach bug

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Parkinson's symptom that can come on years before tremors -- Most people with the condition experience this often-overlooked warning sign

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Cheap snack can lower dementia risk by 12 per cent as 14 risk factors identified -- A study has not only shown how one snack can slash risks, but another has noted that 14 common...

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'Serious' illness UK alert as parents urged to make essential check -- The UK Health Security Agency has urged parents to make an important check.

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Psychologist explains dementia sign that may intensify in the afternoon hours - The phenomenon is not well understood, but may be associated with a person's unfulfilled needs...

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Cancer Care letter from the Express's Robert Fisk stayed with me – change is long overdue

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Doctor warns leg sign 'that worsens through day' could be heart disease symptom

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Woman receives face transplant after Canary Islands insect bite

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Wes Streeting has heard our cry – now NHS must deliver for us cancer patients

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Express victory as Wes Streeting actions our Cancer Care Crusade NHS demand

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Doctor urges people to stop taking paracetamol alongside 1 common medication -- An NHS GP has urged patients taking one common medication to stop taking additional paracetamol...

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Urgent warning to anyone with asthma — 1 thing could make symptoms worse in February

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Cancer patients face 'isolating and frightening battle' for diagnosis and timely treatment

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Three morning warning signs could signal higher dementia risk

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People under 50 urged to checked for 6 symptoms that could be cancer

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'Avoid going out' alert issued by England health authority over six-symptom virus -- The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has advised people to stay at home if experiencing...

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NHS cautions 12 groups to be careful when taking common antihistamine -- Chlorphenamine is a common antihistamine used for hay fever and allergies - but certain people...

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Neurologist says 'don't ignore' symptom associated with 'rare' condition -- People who regularly experience the symptom could have a 'rare' condition, according to the expert

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NHS issues warning to 9 groups of people before taking arthritis medication

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UK scientists make huge discovery on NHS drug used by over 55s with diabetes

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Always 'tired and forgetful' - ask a doctor to run this test - Feeling tired and forgetful? It might be more than just a busy lifestyle - and your blood could...

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'I had no idea I was living with cancer at 54 - this NHS test saved my life'

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NHS urgent message to anyone who itches their legs or body

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'I was left blind in one eye after stupid mistake'

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UKHSA investigation after six Brits die following nasty illness

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7 EARLY SIGNS OF DOG ARTHRITIS WHICH COULD BE HIDDEN BY THE COLD WEATHER

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Doctor explains six 'common symptoms' that could be heart failure

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Woman, 21, thought she had hay fever before 'too young' diagnosis -- Izzy Darnes also blamed it on decorating her bedroom

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People who are always tired told not to follow 'genuinely worrying' sleep hack -- If you can't get a proper night's sleep, it's tempting to try every method recommended to you -...

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NHS alert to anyone taking common blood pressure medicine -- Certain people should be cautious before taking the medication.

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Health warning issued for 1 common sleeping position

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Food and drink holiday warning issued after outbreak of virus with 'up to 75% death rate'

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'Miracle NHS drug made my incurable stage 4 lung and brain cancer vanish' -- EXCLUSIVE: Duncan feared the worst when told he had stage 4 lung cancer that had already spread...

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Key supplement could lower diabetes risk and banish anxiety

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Are 'sober-friendly' venues genuinely inclusive — or just cashing in on Dry January?

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I've seen hundreds of hearts stop - this is what happens if you 'come back from the dead'

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These are the 10 things I learned as a surgeon and a recovering alcoholic

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Wes Streeting, the future of cancer care is in your hands – don't let us patients down -- ROBERT FISK: We've given a helping hand to a Health Secretary keen to reform the NHS - now the...

7 days ago

Blood pressure levels could be 'significantly' lowered by red fruit juice -- If left unmanaged, high blood pressure can raise your risk of heart attacks and strokes.

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Rosuvastatin side effects as NHS says 'stop taking' if you have these symptoms -- This medication is a statin, one of the most commonly prescribed types of drug in the UK.

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Tim Spector issues warning after couple admit to eating 2 chocolate bars daily

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I've had diabetes for 20 years — there's one thing I do every day to stabilise blood sugar

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Horrific parasitic disease puts millions of women at risk of HIV, cancer and infertility - EXCLUSIVE: The UK has invested £3million to help tackle the little-known disease.

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'I was told I was faking my pain and GPs sighed when they spoke to me'

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Gastroenteritis symptoms explained as cruise ship passengers fall ill

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1 SIMPLE EXERCISE RECOMMENDED BY CHIROPRACTOR WILL 'GET RID OF YOUR DOUBLE CHIN'

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Scientists discover age you hit your 'peak physical fitness'

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'Silent killer' 3 symptoms 'you must never ignore' that can signal organ failure

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Cancer dietitian shares which 2 foods to 'omit' to reduce risk of disease

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Department of Health issues update on 'mandatory' screening for all children -- The petition has already drawn in over 27,000 signatures. If it reaches 100,000, it will be...

6 days ago

Exact amount of chocolate to eat for a 'healthier heart' -- Is there a sweet spot for chocolate lovers that balances indulgence with health? When eaten in...

7 days ago

'My daughter was in constant pain but we kept getting the same answer' -- Daisy Fisher, 14, was told it was 'growing pains'

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Low appetite could be sign as grim Victorian disease returns

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Doctor says coughs and colds 'hitting harder' but has 'natural' solution

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Everyone who qualifies for a Blue Badge - full list of 19 reasons you may be eligible -- If you have a disability that means your mobility is seriously restricted, you may be eligible...

8 days ago

Pharmacist warns don't mistake 'highly contagious' skin infection which is often missed

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Free NHS 'ten minutes a day' app helps you 'lose weight and improve mood'

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Menopause ear symptom that 'hardly anyone mentions'

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3 MEASUREMENTS THAT COULD MEAN YOU HAVE 'HIGHER RISK' OF DIABETES

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Exact waist measurement could mean you're at risk of heart disease and diabetes -- The size of your belly can tell you a lot about your health.

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UK stroke victims could soar to 400-a-day unless Labour step up prevention -- EXCLUSIVE: Andrea Berry, 57, of Cardiff, popped upstairs for an afternoon snooze only to wake...

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Experts warn of hidden health risks in cups of tea -- Many people enjoy a cup of tea on the daily, but it might not be as healthy as you might think,...

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Deadly Victorian-era disease rips through UK - MAP reveals full list of hotspots

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Going to the toilet more often is tell-tale sign you might have 'fatal' illness

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Simple 'tennis ball' test acts as useful dementia indicator - A neurologist has explained how the test could show a connection between your hands and your mind.

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Five things you need to know about Nipah virus from how deadly it is to how its spread

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NHS says breathing technique 'can help ease scary thoughts'

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Seven health conditions to watch out for if you work office job

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Tiredness could actually be sign of hearing loss, says audiologist

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UK health chiefs issue dire virus warning - 'up to 75% will die'

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Surgeon offered me most hope I've had since incurable diagnosis – NHS must listen

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Women say 'my skin looks better, hair shinier, nails stronger' with award-winning collagen -- Swallow's award-winning supplements are now bundled, targeting hair and skin as well as helping...

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Cancer risk and cholesterol could be slashed by a 27p spice -- You can find these at most shops, or you may even have it in your kitchen

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Cancer symptom that may show up when getting changed or on toilet -- People have been warned to keep an eye on the signs, and not to be embarrassed

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Warning of 'painful' cold allergy that leaves itchy red spots all over your body

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People with common health condition warned not to sleep with a pillow

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Social media ban for under-16s and 'curfews overnight' addressed in Parliament update -- The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has responded to a parliamentary petition...

10 days ago

Government agency alert issued over 5 questions to ask yourself before using certain apps

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Professor Tim Spector says you're eating apples and potatoes wrong

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Five crucial health facts every adult should know to prevent serious health issues

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Bowel cancer signs and symptoms as NHS to increase testing sensitivity

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Four-day measles rule warning as deadly disease is 're-established in UK' -- The UK has lost its measles elimination status, with the World Health Organisation confirming...

10 days ago

Donald Trump's niece says he may have Alzheimer's after spotting worrying expression -- Mary Trump suggested the US President may have the degenerative health condition due to him...

11 days ago

If Labour want to get serious about cancer, they must embed one thing in NHS -- DAME LAURA LEE: We're calling on the Government to ensure no one faces cancer without the right...

11 days ago

New research finds link between menopause and higher dementia risk in women

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Deadly Victorian disease making a comeback in UK — 7 symptoms to know

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More than 1.2m people in UK told never have two drinks - all those affected - Millions of people take a common medication but the fruit can interfere with it and put users at...

10 days ago

The secret behind Nigella Lawson's stunning weight loss — it's not what you expect

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Cardiologist urges people with heart problems to 'check three numbers'

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Headphone users urged to follow 60/60 rule to avoid 'irreversible damage'

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Highly contagious disease that was 'eliminated' in UK now 're-established'

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Diltiazem alert as NHS says 'call 111' for three symptoms

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TikTok star Mackenzie Paul noticed 1 cancer warning sign before losing battle at 26

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I was in denial that my dad had dementia — forgetting two words confirmed the worst -- EXCLUSIVE: Millionaire philanthropist Laurence Geller tells the Express why he became the UK's...

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Doctor urges Brits to eat 'forgotten' nutrient that 'soaks up bad cholesterol' -- A health expert has urged people to boost their intake of a vital nutrient that can help...

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Free NHS plan helps reduce risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke -- People can use the workouts to help support weight loss when combined with healthy eating

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Pharmacist warns to 'stay home' as highly contagious infection 'often mistaken'

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ITV doctor slams 'nonsense' belly fat advice as 'all wrong'

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Blepharitis explained as Bradley Walsh lives with health issue -- The TV star explained that his health condition is usually the reason behind any changes in his...

11 days ago

I'm a comedian and I know what it's like to nearly die on stage – it was no joke

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'I'm a psychologist - here are the three main stages of dementia you should know about'

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'Blue' skin pattern could signal blocked artery - when to see your doctor

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Dementia warning as simple hand test could reveal how your brain is ageing

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One couple are still travelling the UK after a life-changing diagnosis -- When a life-changing diagnosis threatened their travel dreams, Howard and Trish found an...

11 days ago

Doctor says 'you likely don't need' one supplement -- More than two-thirds of Britons take supplements to improve their health, but a doctor has...

11 days ago

One drink is best for hydration and it's not water or a sports drink -- Surprising drink is 'better' than water for hydrating your body - and there's a good reason why.

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Health experts share easy way to prevent or delay diabetes

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Everything to know about prostate cancer symptoms as disease now most common in UK

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UKHSA alert as holidaymakers return with nasty infection - One of the first symptoms is a high temperature

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'Cheap' and 'simple' food that can help you live longer and healthier

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Four signs that mean you are taking 'too much' iron

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Doctor names what 'actually works' to improve appearance of stretch marks

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Thousands could be missing out on NHS scheme that saves over £100

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Full list of NHS cancer screening programmes and how old you need to be

15 days ago

Plasterer who thought back pain was pulled muscle now only has months left

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16P SUPERFOOD HAS 5 HEALTH BENEFITS - INCLUDING EASING MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS -- A nutritionist has explained why it is a healthy addition to any meal.

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Fingernail colour changes that could signal serious diseases - what to look for -- Medical experts say changes in your fingernail colour could indicate health conditions,...

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Citalopram warning as NHS cautions over 'six week' rule -- The NHS has also cautioned that a simple error could make you feel worse, and it's important you...

13 days ago

Bumetanide reminder as NHS says don't take it after certain time

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OPINION - Labour's bid to end cancer postcode lottery will only succeed if it recognises 3 things

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Amivantamab to give hundreds of cancer patients on NHS new treatment option -- The NHS has been told to offer the new treatment plan.

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Expert shares exact number of times it's 'normal' to wake up during night

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Doctor shares permanent side effects from one of the 'most contagious viruses'

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UK health alert over 'common childhood condition' with four key symptoms

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Sisters' heartbreak as parents die from same disease in same hospital bed weeks apart

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Acid reflux medication cancer link update in major new study -- Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may not increase stomach cancer risk, according...

16 days ago

Warning over misleading claims about weight loss supplements sold online -- An investigation found popular online retailers were flouting advertising rules.

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Brits with back pain could claim DWP benefit worth £187 per week -- The maximum possible payment is £187.

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We've written to Wes Streeting to demand crucial NHS change for patients

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Scientists discover potential impact of eating three kinds of foods and autism

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NHS GP issues important advice for parents who refuse to vaccinate kids - A NHS GP has urged more parents to get their children vaccinated after sharing the scary reality...

16 days ago

Advice issued as 'highly contagious virus you've not heard of' hits UK children

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Surge in winter condition often mistaken for a cold — 6 symptoms to look for

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Bug with six 'unpleasant' symptoms triggers 'stay at home' UK-wide alert

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NHS urging people to take test that 'could save your life'

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Professor issues '22-hour' warning to all phone users to stop common issue

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Tasty food 'could reduce dementia risk' in older people

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One 'subtle' symptom of early dementia that happens in 'everyday life' – not memory loss -- Dementia can be considered to be a sneaky disease, as the condition gradually damages the brain,...

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ChatGPT tells mum to jump 100 times every day and results are jaw-dropping -- A mum has been following ChatGPT's advice to jump 100 times daily and claims to have seen...

17 days ago

Everything we know about Victorian Disease after Amazon warehouse outbreak - full symptoms -- The disease caused 25% of all deaths in Europe between the 1600s to the 1800s.

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Families urged to have conversations with elderly relatives now after "red flag" warnings

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Red juice that 'unclogs arteries' helps prevent many heart issues

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'I'm a doctor - this is why you may regain weight after coming off GLP-1 inhabitors' -- He cited one study, which found an average a return to baseline weight in around 1.5 years after...

16 days ago

UK scientists claim secret to ending Alzheimer's could be in our fruit bowls

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NHS-approved exercises as new study says just five minutes a day will extend your life

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Night-time issue may be symptom of 'ancient disease' spreading across UK

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Nurse who kept falling asleep discovers devastating reason

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Experts issue warning against drinking popular milk alternative in the morning -- While typically known as a healthy alternative, dietitians and health experts have shed some...

18 days ago

Scientists identify potential new treatment for bowel and liver cancer -- Scottish researchers have identified that blocking NPM1 protein could lead to new treatments for...

18 days ago

I'm a men's mental health expert – this is why so many blokes still suffer in silence -- Mental health campaigner and author George Bell on the crisis in masculinity and why men remain...

18 days ago

One in five planning to tackle a marathon this year

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Don't let injury sabotage your fitness goals – 7 tips to follow now

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Important mealtime rule to follow as NHS trusts declare 'critical incident' Cases of an illness jumped up 57 per cent in just one week.

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Six things your body's noise say about your health and fitness

19 days ago

Weight loss jabs may cause price rises for one type of food in UK warns expert

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Contagious virus that makes you vomit is on the rise in the UK – signs of infection

19 days ago

Scientists hail 'powerful new superfood' popular in Asian cuisine

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Norovirus cases spike with new warning as 'it spreads easier than you think'

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Sign on your fingertips could indicate lung cancer

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Paracetamol safety update confirmed after Donald Trump's 'autism' claims -- Paracetamol has been the subject of a new study following US President Donald Trump claiming a...

19 days ago

Harvard doctor says don't focus on calories only - try this for longevity -- Dr Ian K Smith's new book, Eat Your Age, reveals how nutritional needs change with each decade...

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Avoiding these common foods could lower dementia risk -- Zoe Health founder Professor Tim Spector shares four dietary approaches that research suggests...

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Rinse 'costs 1p per use' and dentist says it's effective mouthwash alternative

20 days ago

'I had weird pain when I drank wine - it was giving me a deadly cancer warning'

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Psychiatrist shares 3 'warning signs' you should be checking in on loved ones this Monday -- Whether or not the third Monday is January really is 'the most depressing day of the year', it's...

18 days ago

'Change' when walking could be an indicator of dementia - what to look for

20 days ago

Long NHS waiting lists have Brits turning to speedy health platform no GP referral needed

20 days ago

Breakfast staple that could lower your risk of heart disease

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Pharmacist warns of atorvastatin side effect 'you should never ignore'

21 days ago

Early signs of dementia including one you may notice while driving -- Dementia is a progressive condition that can be difficult to spot in its early stages, though...

19 days ago

GP's six warning signs that mean you're not drinking enough water -- It's important to drink plenty of water no matter the time of year

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Sleeping for this many hours 'could add 4 years to your life' -- The right amount of sleep could stave off disease and extend your life expectancy.

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