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Daily Express - Health

Brits with high blood pressure could claim £843.27 per month in DWP payments -- You may be entitled to Government support, depending on your needs and an assessment.

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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

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What is PMOS and why did the name change? The Express GP explains

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Dr Amir Khan says this 30-second balance exercise could help reduce your risk of falls

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Andy Burnham urged to fix shameful state of end-of-life care with £200m Budget fund

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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 - Research shows employees often feel pressured to work while sick, as GP urges people to...

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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

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UKHSA warning to 4 groups of people as temperatures drop - 'serious risk'

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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 -- It is widely used in the UK, with more than 7.5 million prescriptions annually

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'Affordable and versatile' vegetable 'supports healthy circulation' -- A nutrition expert has suggested food to get into your diet over autumn and winter

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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'

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

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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 -- A cardiologist has named the 59p vegetable he recommends when eating for your heart, as it has...

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This is what will happen to your body when the clocks go back on Sunday -- The return to GMT can have surprising health effects.

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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 -- Researchers say a new study platform could halve the time taken to test promising treatments.

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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

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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 -- A doctor has issued important advice to men between certain ages, advising them to undergo...

7 days ago

Woman in 50s who 'peed when sneezing' says 79p solution is 'game changing' -- "Its truly amazing and would recommend everyone gives it a go if their bladder is ruling (and...

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British island legalises assisted dying on 'historic and emotional day' -- Campaigners said dying people will no longer be 'abandoned to pain, fear or desperate alternatives'.

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Medics issue horror warning over A&E disaster - 'dying unnecessarily!'

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I joined an AI health study that estimates your age from a selfie - the result shocked me

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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

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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 -- As part of the alert, pharmacies have been told to ensure patients are advised to contact their...

9 days ago

I had a full-body health MOT for £299 — it was like being in a Star Trek movie -- After a health transformation, Billy Labrum underwent a state-of-the-art full-body scan and...

6 days ago

9 FOODS DOCTORS ADVISE YOU AVOID TO CUT YOUR RISK OF A HEART ATTACK -- These popular foods could be quietly raising your risk.

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The £3 vegetable that improves sleep and reduces risk of dementia

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Teen, 19, dies from cancer as huge tumour mistaken for 'hormone problems'

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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

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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' -- October is National Cholesterol Month

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BBC expert issues antidepressants caution - fluoxetine, sertraline and citalopram -- He stressed that patients should never make any changes without consulting their doctor first.

10 days ago

Door handle, coat hanger and courgette among 'foreign objects' NHS removed from bottoms -- Other items included a wallpaper scraper and a knitting needle.

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The 30-minute activity that can lower blood pressure - 'more effective than exercise'

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41 dead as Covid deaths across UK rocket - American Covid XFG main symptoms

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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

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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

13 days ago

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 -- People taking a widely prescribed cholesterol-lowering medication have been warned not to do...

14 days ago

Major menopause study reveals simple exercises that may ease symptoms -- Activities were found to reduce symptoms such as depression, low mood, anxiety and stress.

14 days ago

Nutritionist names 3 cheap tinned foods Brits should eat more of for healthy hearts -- EXCLUSIVE: Eating for your heart doesn't have to be expensive. An expert has named the cheap...

15 days ago

8 FOODS YOU SHOULD EAT EVERY DAY TO GIVE YOU THE BEST CHANCE OF LIVING TO 100

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Warning issued to anyone with high blood pressure - 'reduce risk of death'

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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.

16 days ago

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'

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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 -- EXCLUSIVE: Seeing something you can explain away in seconds sounds comforting, but once it keeps...

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Double NHS jabs for over-75s confirmed from October -- Respiratory viruses are already spreading earlier than normal.

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American Covid cases surge 230% as NHS issues stark warning to anyone with these symptoms -- Covid cases in the UK have jumped by 230% in a month,as the NHS warns people with symptoms to...

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NHS Covid isolation rule for anyone with one XFG symptom

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NHS patients getting stuck in a 'maze' of referrals and appointments

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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...

16 days ago

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

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

18 days ago

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 -- Recognition of ADHD and autism has "risen dramatically", leading to hundreds of thousands of...

19 days ago

The big changes in NHS mental health services new 607-page report says are needed -- A major review has found long diagnosis waiting lists mean people are not getting enough support.

16 days ago

Urgent flu jab appeal issued as experts warn of early surge - 'act now' -- Health chiefs warned of 'ominous signs' as winter approaches.

16 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

Two-thirds of Brits accept poor sleep as a fact of life despite negative effects

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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? -- Briton with inoperable brain tumour pleads with MPs to reconsider the rejection of the Assisted...

20 days ago

'I was Trump's lawyer – eye-opening meeting exposed bombshell truth about his health' -- EXCLUSIVE: Michael T. van der Veen, who represented Trump in his second impeachment trial, has...

20 days ago

Huge warning to anyone taking common blood pressure medication extended -- Experts are growing concerned and are appealing to the government for help.

21 days ago

Bombshell study reveals statins may also protect against common age-related disease

21 days ago

Strictly star says 'some days I can barely get out bed' in agonising health battle

21 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.

19 days ago

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

21 days ago

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

22 days ago

Horror warning issued after Russia 'plague lab leak' - 'particularly serious'

22 days ago

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

22 days ago

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

22 days ago

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

22 days ago

Pharmacist advises women in menopause to 'check plant-based milk labels' -- Mike Wakeman has issued advice on nutrition

22 days ago

I'm a GP — these are the basics all men should know about prostate cancer -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains the symptoms, diagnostic methods, stages and...

20 days ago

Blood pressure drug urgently recalled after common tablet fails safety test -- Patients are being told to contact their pharmacist

23 days ago

'I thought my symptoms were perimenopause - then doctors told me I had incurable cancer'

23 days ago

Major update for people taking common drug over 'death risk'

23 days ago

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

21 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

24 days ago

Health experts name 9 fruits and vegetables Brits should eat more of for healthy hearts

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

The seven warning signs you should get a hearing test - Brits 'wait 10 years too long' -- Although 18 million people in the UK are deaf, just 6% of UK adults without diagnosed hearing...

22 days ago

The 69p food Brits should eat 'twice a week' to 'lower blood pressure' -- An expert has revealed the cheap food Brits should eat twice a week to promote good heart health...

22 days ago

Boots announces huge update impacting over-65s this month -- The change started on October 1

25 days ago

GP confirms whether Brits should be worried about 'superflu' this winter

24 days ago

NHS slashes waiting times for hundreds of armed forces personnel

24 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

25 days ago

Three types of cough that could signal lung cancer as NHS warns 'contact GP'

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

25 days ago

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

25 days ago

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

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Major vaccine rollout for over-65s confirmed by NHS from October 1 -- The rollout comes ahead of the peak time for winter viruses.

26 days ago

Urgent warning issued to anyone taking common painkiller or blood pressure medication -- The supply issues relate to three common medicines.

27 days ago

I'm a man who got breast cancer — the NHS asked if I was menopausal -- A report found two thirds of men were unaware they could get breast cancer.

27 days ago

Victorian disease rips through UK town forcing hospital wards to close

27 days ago

Bombshell Menopause supplement investigation reveals truth about pricey pills

27 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.

28 days ago

Morrisons announces return of 'over 65s' rule

28 days ago

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

29 days ago

MSE says try £2.99 heating trick to avoid touching thermostat

29 days ago

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

29 days ago

Avoid NHS queues with private medical cover from less than £1 a day -- You could avoid NHS queues with private medical cover from less than £1 a day with the help of...

25 days ago

'Real deal' chocolate brownie recipe that's good for the stomach and blood sugar -- Traditional chocolate brownies can be delicious but they are also packed with butter and sugar...

29 days ago

I'm a GP — this is what good end of life care should look like -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed sets out how to approach conversations about end of...

1 month ago

Fitness fans turn to 'great value' £70 vibration plate for at-home workouts

1 month ago

NHS confirms new rule for all A&E waiting rooms in 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.

28 days 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'

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 -- The vaccine reduces the risk of developing serious health issues.

1 month ago

Bodybuilder, 90, 'who's never been seriously ill' names five foods he eats daily -- As part of his wider healthy lifestyle, the 90-year-old has shared the five foods he regularly...

1 month ago

'I'm a mum-of-three who's had cancer – this is what is really important' -- Living longer isn't just a number; it's about enjoying your healthiest life. Broadcaster and...

29 days ago

I'm a pharmacist — here's my top recommendation as flu season begins

1 month ago

Brits urged to eat 5 foods to lower heart disease risk - full list

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

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 -- Dr Naveed Asif, GP at The London General Practice, said high blood pressure was often referred...

1 month ago

War hero launches urgent donor appeal after life-threatening diagnosis -- Former RAF Chinook pilot Chris Gordon is searching for someone to help him overcome his diagnosis.

1 month ago

Owners of 8 dog breeds told to watch out this autumn for health condition -- Dog owners of 8 particular breeds are being cautioned as they may be at a higher risk of one...

1 month ago

Three quarters of parents admit prioritising children's health over their own wellbeing

1 month ago

Groundbreaking trial seeks thousands of Brits to test superbug vaccine

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

Pensioner, 80, sees legs amputated after doctors miss common condition

1 month ago

'I watched surgery performed through a patient's belly button - it's a game changer'

1 month ago

I'm a GP — these are the early signs of dementia you shouldn't ignore

1 month ago

'Picky eater' parents turn to dietician-approved 'chocolate milk' for 80p a day

1 month ago

Optometrist says 'look for colour' and 'eat more than 5 a day' for good eye health

1 month ago

Victorian disease rips through UK as map reveals virus hotspots - check your area now

1 month ago

NHS launches urgent 'one million' appeal after organ donations plummet -- Schoolboy Ollie Joliff, 10, is alive today thanks to a young donor.

1 month ago

Hollyoaks star reveals lifelong battle with painful condition -- EXCLUSIVE: Jessica Fox, 43, regularly suffers attacks, which can include pain, tingling and loss...

1 month ago

Living longer means living better – here's how to get started -- Organisational behaviour expert Lynda Gratton shares some of her secrets to the good life

1 month ago

Brits urged to check six things to lower risk of dementia

1 month ago

Brits issued urgent cold medication warning after student ends up on life support

1 month ago

Cold weather can be a killer – here's how to manage autumn health changes -- Experts share seven easy health hacks to help you stay in shape as the days get shorter and the...

1 month ago

I picked up my grandchild and broke my spine

1 month ago

Craving chocolate 'may be warning' one crippling medical condition is about to strike

1 month ago

'I'm a GP - there is 1 kitchen item I never use'

1 month ago

New warning issued over leaving bedroom lights on at night - 'weakens the heart'

1 month ago

'I'm a GP - stop eating 2 things in a Full English to slash bowel cancer risk' -- EXCLUSIVE: Dr Asiya Maula names the two British staple foods that could be increasing your risk...

1 month ago

The 'immune-boosting' autumn soup recipe doctors swear by for cold season -- As the weather gets colder, a hearty soup can support your immune system and ward off the autumn...

1 month ago

I've had four cancers in 40 years — these were the signs for each -- Grandmother Susan Gasson, 75, has been treated for four types of tumours.

1 month ago