Page Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 6:52 PM ET

Daily Express - Health

I'm a GP — here are five natural ways to help lower blood pressure -- Dr Amir Khan, a GP and resident doctor for ITV's Lorraine and Good Morning shared some important...

2 hours ago

Older people urged to book vaccination before Diwali

2 hours ago

Gran dies on holiday in Turkey days after getting cancer all-clear

5 hours ago

Fury as taxpayers slapped with £6.5m NHS bill for transgender breast removals

11 hours ago

GP shares simple 7-minute check that could save your life

14 hours ago

Why sex is good for you and nine other surprising health tips from the experts

4 hours ago

I saw a runner collapse in front of me - doing 1 thing within seconds saved his life

9 hours ago

Eat tropical fruit before bed to sleep better - not mango or banana

2 hours ago

I'm a nutritionist – seeds and herbs have helped me live well with arthritis

11 hours ago

Nutritionist urges Brits to adopt simple £1.43 evening habit this winter - A nutritionist has urged Brits to introduce one simple item into their evening routines this winter.

2 hours ago

Heartbreak as parents told 'amazing' daughter, 3, has dementia - 'the feeling was primal'

11 hours ago

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

17 hours ago

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

1 day ago

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

1 day ago

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

1 day ago

Should you let dogs and cats sleep in your bed? Vets weigh in on the debate -- While letting your pets sleep in your bed with you can strengthen your bond and reduce stress,...

2 hours ago

1 SIMPLE EXERCISE 'LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE' - NO EQUIPMENT REQUIRED -- Blood pressure is often referred to as a "silent killer" for this reason, often only becoming...

2 hours ago

UK households urged to eat more oily fish from Sunday -- A nutritionist has revealed why eating more fish could be be beneficial from November.

5 hours ago

Millions of Brits with high blood pressure given stark hospital warning -- A doctor has warned millions taking common medicines for high blood pressure, diabetes and...

2 days ago

Horror high blood pressure warning issued - free 'MOT' service available

2 days ago

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

2 days ago

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

2 days ago

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

2 days ago

Cardiologist issues red flag blood pressure warning to 4.1m Brits - 'silent killer' -- A doctor has reminded Brits the importance of taking regular blood pressure readings.

3 days ago

'Bad' cholesterol lowered before needing statins with 12p food heart expert recommends -- A cardiologist has recommended the inexpensive, fibre-rich food that may help lower 'bad' LDL...

3 days ago

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...

17 hours ago

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.

1 day ago

Not just 'Turkey teeth' – why Britons are travelling abroad for routine dental care

3 days ago

Dr Amir Khan reveals 5 things you shouldn't be worried about telling your GP about

3 days ago

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

4 days ago

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

4 days ago

Update on expanding free NHS prescriptions with 'targeted support'

4 days ago

Doctor believes 'most toxic item in your home' often gets missed -- Dr Pedi Mirdamadi even went as far as to suggest you throw away the 'toxic' item as it can...

5 days ago

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

5 days ago

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...

5 days ago

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...

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

Urgent blood pressure drug recall issued over 'super potent' pills -- The FDA issued the recall earlier in October and has warned some batches of the pill have too...

6 days ago

Not many people know children can have strokes – I was just eight when I had two -- Stroke survivor Tayshelice Hewitt, 12, is raising awareness that 'not only older people have...

3 days ago

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.

3 days ago

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

6 days ago

Warning to anyone taking common blood pressure medication - 'don't stop'

7 days ago

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...

6 days ago

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

7 days ago

'Affordable and versatile' vegetable 'supports healthy circulation'

7 days ago

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

8 days ago

9 FOODS UNDER £1 THAT HEART HEALTH EXPERTS RECOMMEND EATING

8 days ago

Doctor says a weekend lie-in 'won't fix' your sleep 'debt'

8 days ago

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

8 days ago

'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...

6 days ago

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...

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

Concerns for Davina McCall's health issue as doctor warns of common misconception

8 days ago

Brits urged to eat one vegetable to lower their blood pressure

9 days ago

Richard Hammond reveals dementia fears and admits 'I'm too scared to get tested' -- Richard has been involved in multiple car accidents over the years, and it seems he fears he may...

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

Lower your blood pressure with vegetable cardiologist recommends

9 days ago

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

9 days ago

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

10 days ago

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.

8 days ago

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.

8 days ago

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...

8 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

10 days ago

'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...

9 days ago

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

11 days ago

Major blood pressure warning to men born between 1952 and 1986

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

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...

9 days ago

Doctor issues urgent message about weight loss – and when it could be serious issue -- There are many benefits associated with losing weight, including improved heart health. But...

12 days ago

'I'm a doctor and heart attack symptoms in women are often dangerously overlooked' -- A TV doctor has issued a stark warning about heart attack symptoms in women, saying they are...

13 days ago

Davina McCall makes emotional admission about 'challenges' amid new health battle

13 days ago

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

13 days ago

Horror as pensioner in hospital for weeks with shocking injuries after UK spider bite -- (Warning: Graphic imagery) The pensioner was bitten by a false widow spider.

13 days ago

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

13 days ago

Huge warning issued to anyone taking two common blood pressure medications

13 days ago

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

13 days ago

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

13 days ago

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...

14 days ago

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.

14 days ago

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.

12 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

14 days ago

BBC expert issues antidepressants caution - fluoxetine, sertraline and citalopram

14 days ago

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

15 days ago

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

15 days ago

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

15 days ago

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

16 days ago

American Covid alert as 'less-obvious' symptoms highlighted by pharmacist -- If you get a cough, fever or sore throat you might think COVID-19, but there are other signs

16 days ago

My dad nearly crashed his car due to diabetes – now I'm a GP helping prevent the disease -- Former Miss England Dr Bhasha Mukherjee is highlighting the risks of undiagnosed or uncontrolled...

13 days ago

I'm a GP — everyone should be taking this supplement right now

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

5 'rare' lung cancer symptoms to look for as Pope Leo XIV shares diagnosis -- Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer, although the Vatican confirmed he underwent...

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

Major menopause study reveals simple exercises that may ease symptoms

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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...

20 days ago

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...

20 days ago

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.

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

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...

18 days ago

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

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

Double NHS jabs for over-75s confirmed from October

20 days ago

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

21 days ago

NHS Covid isolation rule for anyone with one XFG symptom

21 days ago

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

21 days ago

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...

19 days ago

Brits urged to eat more of 1 vegetable from October 25 -- One vegetable proves highly beneficial for people to eat as we enter the darker days and colder...

21 days ago

'I'm a doctor and women deserve better than having these 5 health conditions dismissed' -- A TV doctor is urging women not to allow five common signs of a hormonal imbalance to be dismissed

20 days ago

Should we be worried about American Covid? The facts explained

21 days ago

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

22 days ago

UKHSA confirms 'stay at home' rule for two Covid symptoms -- Covid-19 is currently circulating at low levels in the UK.

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

21 days ago

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.

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

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

24 days ago

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...

23 days ago

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

25 days ago

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

25 days ago

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

25 days ago

Huge warning to anyone taking common blood pressure medication extended

25 days ago

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

25 days ago

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

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.

26 days ago

I'm selling my house to fight incurable brain cancer — the drug will cost at least £16,000 -- Ex-soldier Paul Coleman says: 'I fought for my country, and I'll fight this.'

23 days ago

Covid cases double in one month amid spread of new XFG variant -- Covid infections in England have more than doubled in a month, with hospital admissions also...

27 days ago

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

27 days ago

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

27 days ago

Horror study reveals scale of undiagnosed high blood pressure - 'concerning' -- A worrying number of people aren't even aware they have it, research has found.

27 days ago

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

27 days ago

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

27 days ago

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

27 days ago

Blood pressure drug urgently recalled after common tablet fails safety test

27 days ago

'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,...

25 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...

28 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'

27 days ago

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

28 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.

24 days ago

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

28 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'

28 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

29 days ago

NHS slashes waiting times for hundreds of armed forces personnel

29 days ago

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

27 days ago

Emotional photos highlight the significance of beauty rituals in end-of-life moments -- A final touch of lipstick may sound trivial but it can become the one thing that keeps dignity...

27 days ago

Brits given urgent 'American covid' warning as UK hospital admissions soar -- Brits have been warned about a rise in Covid cases and hospital admissions as the latest...

30 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

30 days ago

Cholesterol superfood that unclogs arteries is 'better than aspirin' doctor says -- A healthy diet is crucial to your overall health.

28 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

1 month 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"

30 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

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.

1 month ago

I met the scientist racing to cure my deadly heart condition -- EXCLUSIVE: Jack Taylor suffered a sudden cardiac arrest aged 17.

1 month ago

Experts issue warning over serious condition as cases expected to soar -- With doctors predicting a sharp rise over the next decade, here's how to protect yourself

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 -- A new study found that eating four to six servings per day of this one type of food could lead...

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