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Daily Express - Health

Why sex is good for you and other surprising health tips -- From pelvic floors to your personality, leading medical experts share their top-ten offbeat...

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Millions of Brits urged to take advantage of free flu vaccine - find out who is eligible

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I'm a dietician - these are the 4 best foods for high blood pressure

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Pharmacist urges anyone taking 1 common medication to 'ring NHS 111'

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Horror blood pressure warning issued to older adults as doctor reveals seven simple fixes

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Should you let dogs and cats sleep in your bed? Vets weigh in on the debate

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1 SIMPLE EXERCISE 'LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE' - NO EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

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UK households urged to eat more oily fish from Sunday

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Millions of Brits with high blood pressure given stark hospital warning

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Horror high blood pressure warning issued - free 'MOT' service available - Also known as hypertension, the disease is known as a "silent killer" as people often only spot...

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Studies find 20-minute method 'may help relieve pain and depression'

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'I died for 28 minutes, here is exactly what happens'

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How to spot the fake cosmetic products that may contain mercury, lead and nicotine

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Cardiologist issues red flag blood pressure warning to 4.1m Brits - 'silent killer'

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'Bad' cholesterol lowered before needing statins with 12p food heart expert recommends

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Anyone with high blood pressure issued major warning -- A doctor has warned that someone with a high blood pressure should never stop doing one thing...

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Places you're most likely to die before 60 revealed – check your area -- Our interactive map shows what proportion of people in your area reach their 60th birthdays.

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Not just 'Turkey teeth' – why Britons are travelling abroad for routine dental care -- Taila Nichole Thompson travelled to Istanbul to discover just why so many people are seeking...

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Dr Amir Khan reveals 5 things you shouldn't be worried about telling your GP about -- Dr Amir Khan has shared five things patients should never be ashamed to discuss at a GP appointment

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Brits with high blood pressure could claim £843.27 per month in DWP payments

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Dementia patients call for major change as charity issues 18-week demand

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Update on expanding free NHS prescriptions with 'targeted support'

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Doctor believes 'most toxic item in your home' often gets missed

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Doctor warning on the 3 Halloween items that make your hair fall out -- A last-minute costume choice could leave your scalp irritated and hair more vulnerable to damage

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What is PMOS and why did the name change? The Express GP explains -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains a recently renamed condition affecting three...

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Dr Amir Khan says this 30-second balance exercise could help reduce your risk of falls -- Dr Amir Khan has shared a simple 30-second balance exercise that could help reduce your risk of...

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Andy Burnham urged to fix shameful state of end-of-life care with £200m Budget fund - Charities on the frontline of end-of-life care are calling for a 'transformation fund' to ensure...

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NHS GP settles debate on whether 'man flu' is real or not

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Nine in 10 workers feel pressured to 'power through' when sick, study reveals

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9 COMMON HEALTH CONDITIONS STATE PENSIONERS CAN GET £76 PER WEEK FOR

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Urgent blood pressure drug recall issued over 'super potent' pills

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Not many people know children can have strokes – I was just eight when I had two

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Double NHS vaccine confirmed for pensioners aged 65 to 80 -- Older people are urged to get the jab to reduce the risk of developing serious health issues.

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UKHSA warning to 4 groups of people as temperatures drop - 'serious risk' -- Data has revealed there were 2,200 cold-associated deaths across the UK last winter and...

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Warning to anyone taking common blood pressure medication - 'don't stop' -- The message has been issued after figures revealed 12 people died from the medication in a...

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Dad's plea for MND drug on the NHS – 'I wouldn't still be running without it' -- EXCLUSIVE: Sean Davies, 56, met this week with experts who will decide if the drug is made...

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Pharmacist 'don't stop' warning for anyone taking propranolol

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'Affordable and versatile' vegetable 'supports healthy circulation'

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Cardiologist says losing 5% of body weight in your 50s 'helps heart health'

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9 FOODS UNDER £1 THAT HEART HEALTH EXPERTS RECOMMEND EATING

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Doctor says a weekend lie-in 'won't fix' your sleep 'debt' -- Sleep debt can harm your memory, mood and long-term health - and experts warn it takes more than...

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Brits with high blood pressure could claim £843.27 per month in DWP payments -- High blood pressure is known as the "silent killer" as many people don't know they have it until...

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'I'm a dietician - this is the best snack for lowering blood pressure' -- High blood pressure is very common, particularly in older people, and can lead to serious health...

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Heart health expert names 'underrated' 59p vegetable that works wonders for arteries

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This is what will happen to your body when the clocks go back on Sunday

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Concerns for Davina McCall's health issue as doctor warns of common misconception - EXCLUSIVE: Davina McCall opened up about her latest health setback after previously undergoing...

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Brits urged to eat one vegetable to lower their blood pressure

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Richard Hammond reveals dementia fears and admits 'I'm too scared to get tested'

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Doctors thought I was pregnant at 17 — the 11cm 'baby' was actually a tumour

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Lower your blood pressure with vegetable cardiologist recommends

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Concerns for Claudia Winkleman's health condition as surgeon highlights issue

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Pioneering dementia trial will test diabetes and ADHD medicines against Alzheimer's

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Chancellor urged to scrap NHS prescription charges — 'cruel tax on illness' -- Charities and pharmacy leaders have called for an end to the charges in next week's Budget.

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My daughter died of cancer — now I design clothes to help patients through treatment -- EXCLUSIVE: Joanne Nicholson and her son Matthew have built an incredible legacy for Emily.

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Win the OK Beauty Box advent calendar -- Curated by A-list make-up artist Hannah Martin, and worth over £605, we have 5 advent calendars...

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£15 off when you spend £30 on No7 products at Boots

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Woman, 59, reveals embarrassing menopause symptom and praises £16 'miracle' supplement

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'Why I'm fighting to help millions hit by cancer' – Award-winning Express journalist -- Robert Fisk has deservedly been recognised for his brilliant journalism at the London Press Club...

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NHS warns 2 groups of people not to get the flu jab this winter

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Major blood pressure warning to men born between 1952 and 1986

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Woman in 50s who 'peed when sneezing' says 79p solution is 'game changing'

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British island legalises assisted dying on 'historic and emotional day'

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Medics issue horror warning over A&E disaster - 'dying unnecessarily!' -- The Royal College of Emergency Medicine has issued a stark warning to the Government ahead of a...

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I joined an AI health study that estimates your age from a selfie - the result shocked me -- The Express tried out AI tech that could help doctors predict cancer survival.

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The five simple health hacks to keep you cough and cold free this autumn -- EXCLUSIVE: We blame coughing colleagues for the autumn bug wave, but the real betrayal is how...

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Doctor issues urgent message about weight loss – and when it could be serious issue

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'I'm a doctor and heart attack symptoms in women are often dangerously overlooked'

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Davina McCall makes emotional admission about 'challenges' amid new health battle - Davina McCall said she feels "lucky" as she looks to the future after facing a series of health...

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I'm a GP — take these five steps now to stay healthy this winter

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Horror as pensioner in hospital for weeks with shocking injuries after UK spider bite

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Discover the top four daily habits the average Brit tracks for better health

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Huge warning issued to anyone taking two common blood pressure medications

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I had a full-body health MOT for £299 — it was like being in a Star Trek movie

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9 FOODS DOCTORS ADVISE YOU AVOID TO CUT YOUR RISK OF A HEART ATTACK

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The £3 vegetable that improves sleep and reduces risk of dementia -- This humble legume could help with slumber and battle the chances of developing a deadly brain...

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Teen, 19, dies from cancer as huge tumour mistaken for 'hormone problems' -- The young woman tragically passed away just two days after marking her 19th birthday.

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Oldest man in Wales, 107, reveals his secret to longer life - and one food he 'lives on' -- The man said he "lives" on a classic staple meal.

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Brits given Viagra warning as record number of men rushed to hospital

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I experienced what it's like to have dementia for three minutes - my brain was overwhelmed

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Inside the ballet classes helping people with dementia rediscover confidence -- EXCLUSIVE: Dance for Dementia, run by English National Ballet, uses music, movement and shared...

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'Horror symptom' millions ignore at night could lead to heart failure

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Cardiologist says more of one food type 'helps lower cholesterol'

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BBC expert issues antidepressants caution - fluoxetine, sertraline and citalopram

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Door handle, coat hanger and courgette among 'foreign objects' NHS removed from bottoms

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The 30-minute activity that can lower blood pressure - 'more effective than exercise' -- A new study suggests the simple activity can be more effective than moderate exercise, such as...

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41 dead as Covid deaths across UK rocket - American Covid XFG main symptoms -- 41 people have died of Covid in just one week.

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American Covid 'back pain' symptom and how to treat it -- American Covid's XFG strain can cause back pain too.

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American Covid alert as 'less-obvious' symptoms highlighted by pharmacist

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My dad nearly crashed his car due to diabetes – now I'm a GP helping prevent the disease

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I'm a GP — everyone should be taking this supplement right now - Dr Crystal Wyllie explains why everyone in the UK is advised to take a daily pill from October.

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I donated sperm before starting chemo — it resulted in a miracle

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5 'rare' lung cancer symptoms to look for as Pope Leo XIV shares diagnosis

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Price warning for anyone using weight loss medication such as Mounjaro or Wegovy

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Pharmacist 'don't stop' alert for anyone taking atorvastatin

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Major menopause study reveals simple exercises that may ease symptoms

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Nutritionist names 3 cheap tinned foods Brits should eat more of for healthy hearts

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8 FOODS YOU SHOULD EAT EVERY DAY TO GIVE YOU THE BEST CHANCE OF LIVING TO 100 -- One recent study suggested that 40-year-olds who moved from an unhealthy diet to a healthier...

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Warning issued to anyone with high blood pressure - 'reduce risk of death' -- Experts have warned people with high blood pressure as it could prevent more than 518,000 deaths...

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NHS announces huge new change to prescription alerts - 'will benefit millions' -- The change will make the lives of many patients much easier and free up time for pharmacy staff.

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I'm a GP — this is how to recognise and deal with hearing loss

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Grim toll of UK's hidden epidemic laid bare in bimbshell new study

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My daughter was almost blinded by this viral 'beauty hack' -- The mum said she 'can't wait' for the government ban on social media for under 16s to come into...

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My dog found hidden cancer the doctors couldn't - he saved my life

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I'm a doctor – these are the six 'innocent' bowel cancer signs Brits must never ignore

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Double NHS jabs for over-75s confirmed from October

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American Covid cases surge 230% as NHS issues stark warning to anyone with these symptoms

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NHS Covid isolation rule for anyone with one XFG symptom -- The 'American Covid' strain is driving up cases across the UK.

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NHS patients getting stuck in a 'maze' of referrals and appointments -- EXCLUSIVE: The Royal College of GPs says confusion about where to turn is adding to pressure on...

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Cocoon this autumn without compromising your immune system -- When life feels stressful, it's natural to want to retreat. Here's how to recharge your...

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Brits urged to eat more of 1 vegetable from October 25

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'I'm a doctor and women deserve better than having these 5 health conditions dismissed'

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Should we be worried about American Covid? The facts explained - An expert has set out the evidence about the so-called new variant.

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Government names 8 groups 'vulnerable' as 'American Covid' spreads - full list

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UKHSA confirms 'stay at home' rule for two Covid symptoms

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American Covid 'wear mask' advice issued by UKHSA over XFG variant

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Children damaged in rush to diagnose ADHD and autism, review warns

22 days ago

The big changes in NHS mental health services new 607-page report says are needed

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Urgent flu jab appeal issued as experts warn of early surge - 'act now'

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9 COMMON HEALTH CONDITIONS STATE PENSIONERS CAN GET £114 PER WEEK FOR -- Eligible pensioners could get a payment boost from the DWP.

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12 symptoms of American Covid XFG strain to look for right now -- Covid activity has increased in the UK and is circulating at low levels.

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POLL - Should we bring back masks? A rising number of XFG - or American Covid - cases have been recorded in the UK.

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I'm a nurse — this is the difference between a heart attack and a panic attack

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Unique symptom of horror 'American Covid' spreading in UK as 5-day rule issued

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Two-thirds of Brits accept poor sleep as a fact of life despite negative effects -- A new study has found that Brits are collectively losing nearly 10 billion hours of sleep a year...

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NHS 'stay at home' advice as American Covid XFG strain explodes

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I have an inoperable brain tumour - why won't MPs let me die with dignity?

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'I was Trump's lawyer – eye-opening meeting exposed bombshell truth about his health'

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Huge warning to anyone taking common blood pressure medication extended

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Bombshell study reveals statins may also protect against common age-related disease -- A study found that people taking the daily pills were at lower risk of a common condition.

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Strictly star says 'some days I can barely get out bed' in agonising health battle -- The former Strictly Come Dancing professional says she hopes that by speaking out about her...

25 days ago

'I'm a plague prepper - I'll take six steps if Russia outbreak spreads -- People across the world have their eyes fixed of Russia after the death of a young lab worker.

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I'm selling my house to fight incurable brain cancer — the drug will cost at least £16,000

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Covid cases double in one month amid spread of new XFG variant

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Horror warning issued after Russia 'plague lab leak' - 'particularly serious' The warning comes following the death of a lab worker in Russia

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Brits 'endangered' by inactivity as we spend 82% of waking hours sitting still

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Horror study reveals scale of undiagnosed high blood pressure - 'concerning'

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TV doctor explains the science behind 5 common symptoms you may experience every day

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Pharmacist advises women in menopause to 'check plant-based milk labels'

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I'm a GP — these are the basics all men should know about prostate cancer

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Blood pressure drug urgently recalled after common tablet fails safety test

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'I thought my symptoms were perimenopause - then doctors told me I had incurable cancer' -- As new research reveals the toll of secondary breast cancer on patients and their families,...

24 days ago

Major update for people taking common drug over 'death risk' -- Anyone using Atorvastatin has been given an update after research was published by the European...

27 days ago

'Unimaginable' — medics treat children with complex injuries in Gaza -- Yaqoub Shehab, 6, has endured 15 surgeries to help him walk again.

25 days ago

Why Brits are travelling to Croatia for dentistry — 'I fell asleep during a filling'

26 days ago

Dr Amir Khan lists 9 things patients 'don't need to apologise for' in GP appointments

27 days ago

Health experts name 9 fruits and vegetables Brits should eat more of for healthy hearts -- EXCLUSIVE: Diet is one of the most important aspects of looking after your heart health.

25 days ago

'I'm a GP - 3 things a cholesterol result can and can't tell you about your heart health'

27 days ago

The seven warning signs you should get a hearing test - Brits 'wait 10 years too long'

28 days ago

The 69p food Brits should eat 'twice a week' to 'lower blood pressure'

27 days ago

Boots announces huge update impacting over-65s this month

28 days ago

GP confirms whether Brits should be worried about 'superflu' this winter -- EXCLUSIVE: A doctor has spoken out about the super-k strain, which is present in the UK, and...

26 days ago

NHS slashes waiting times for hundreds of armed forces personnel -- EXCLUSIVE: A partnership between the health service and Defence Medical Services aims to get...

26 days ago

NHS confirms minimum temperature to heat your home this winter -- Temperatures are starting to turn colder now that autumn has arrived.

26 days ago

Emotional photos highlight the significance of beauty rituals in end-of-life moments

28 days ago

Brits given urgent 'American covid' warning as UK hospital admissions soar

28 days ago

Three types of cough that could signal lung cancer as NHS warns 'contact GP' The NHS has highlighted possible lung cancer warning signs, including certain types of coughs...

27 days ago

Brits with common skin condition may be eligible for £194.60 per week boost from DWP

29 days ago

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

29 days ago

I'm a pharmacist — these are five surprising flu symptoms you might not know

29 days ago

Major vaccine rollout for over-65s confirmed by NHS from October 1

29 days ago

Urgent warning issued to anyone taking common painkiller or blood pressure medication

30 days ago

I'm a man who got breast cancer — the NHS asked if I was menopausal

1 month ago

Victorian disease rips through UK town forcing hospital wards to close -- A hospital in the UK has restricted visiting amid an ongoing outbreak that has been affecting...

1 month ago

Bombshell Menopause supplement investigation reveals truth about pricey pills -- A Which? investigation looked at 80 active ingredients.

28 days ago

'I had a heart attack at 24 - don't ignore these warning signs' -- EXCLUSIVE: A woman in her 20s shared the harrowing experience of having a heart attack.

1 month ago

Morrisons announces return of 'over 65s' rule

1 month ago

Adults given 7 ways to lower 'silent killer' blood pressure problems

1 month ago

MSE says try £2.99 heating trick to avoid touching thermostat -- Martin Lewis said that the MSE guide is one "I really wish we needn't be publishing"

28 days ago

Mum tried to hide her dementia but I had a gut feeling something was wrong

1 month ago

Avoid NHS queues with private medical cover from less than £1 a day

1 month ago

'Real deal' chocolate brownie recipe that's good for the stomach and blood sugar

1 month ago

I'm a GP — this is what good end of life care should look like

1 month ago

Fitness fans turn to 'great value' £70 vibration plate for at-home workouts -- The Flybird plate helps with lymphatic drainage, core strength and weight loss and is a fraction...

1 month ago

NHS confirms new rule for all A&E waiting rooms in England -- The rule will be extended to all hospital A&E departments across England.

1 month ago

Supermarkets in UK hit with new shelf rule from October 1 -- The changes will affect foods high in fat, sugar and salt.

1 month ago

I met the scientist racing to cure my deadly heart condition

1 month ago

Experts issue warning over serious condition as cases expected to soar

1 month ago

'I'm a GP and this is the one food you should be eating every week from October' EXCLUSIVE: As we approach cold and flu season, a doctor has revealed the one type of food that...

1 month ago

I'm a nutritionist - these are 9 meal deal items I'd never buy

1 month ago

Millions urged to eat 1 type of food every day for healthier heart

1 month ago

Number of smoke and vape breaks allowed at work - rights explained

1 month ago

NHS confirms double vaccine for pensioners aged between 65 and 80

1 month ago

Bodybuilder, 90, 'who's never been seriously ill' names five foods he eats daily

1 month ago

'I'm a mum-of-three who's had cancer – this is what is really important'

1 month ago

I'm a pharmacist — here's my top recommendation as flu season begins -- Australia is seeing a later flu season than usual, which could hint at what lies ahead for the UK.

1 month ago

Brits urged to eat 5 foods to lower heart disease risk - full list -- A study found that an extra seven grams of fibre per day could reduce the risk of heart disease...

1 month ago

9 COMMON HEALTH CONDITIONS STATE PENSIONERS CAN GET WEEKLY £76 FOR -- Pensioners with eligible conditions can get extra income to help with living costs.

1 month ago

Pesto pasta will be deliciously 'nutty' and 'mildy sweet' with nutrient-packed alternative

1 month ago

I'm a psychotherapist - here are 9 ways to boost your wellbeing before winter

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

The NHS refused to send an ambulance to me — I could have died

1 month ago

Horror blood pressure warning issued to older adults as doctor reveals seven simple fixes

1 month ago

War hero launches urgent donor appeal after life-threatening diagnosis

1 month ago

Owners of 8 dog breeds told to watch out this autumn for health condition

1 month ago

Three quarters of parents admit prioritising children's health over their own wellbeing -- Parents neglect their own health while prioritising their children's wellbeing - but this can...

1 month ago

Groundbreaking trial seeks thousands of Brits to test superbug vaccine -- EXCLUSIVE: Volunteers will help discover whether the vaccine reduces rates of serious illness.

1 month ago

'I'm a child psychologist - these are my 7 tips for stress-free check-ups for kids' -- Professor Sam Wass has teamed up with Specsavers to share expert advice on helping parents ease...

1 month ago