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Daily Express - Health

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

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Difference between heatstroke and heat exhaustion explained — urgent symptoms

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

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

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NHS advice to cool down 'in 30 minutes' as temperatures could hit 37C

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

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

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NHS hospitals on the brink as machines breaking in 35C heatwave - Doctors have reported 'awful' conditions as the UK heatwave continues.

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

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Inside the world's number 1 gym where Anthony Joshua and Hollywood stars train with locals

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Boomers drink the most and exercise the least - but are the most relaxed

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UKHSA shares sign you could be overhydrating in heatwave

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Alison Hammond 'emotional' as third of Brits delay 'sight-saving' treatment due to fear -- Alison Hammond, who has a history of glaucoma in her family, was 'emotional' after realising a...

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

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Omeprazole users told 'check label' as NHS lists instructions as heat hits UK -- Omeprazole and other prescription medication users urged to check their storage labels...

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Chafing will stop with 1 cream doctor says 'will help' as 40C heat hits UK -- As the UK's latest heatwave sends temperatures soaring to 40C, a GP specialist in dermatology...

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

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The difference between dehydration and just being thirsty

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

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UK government names which medications can have stronger impact during heatwave

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

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

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

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UK health bosses issue urgent warning over common blood pressure medication - Pharmacies must limit prescriptions of this common drug.

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

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'Our daughter died due to poor care — the NHS trust tried to bury us'

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

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

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Difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's explained

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Dr Amir Khan explains why women feel hot weather more than men as heatwave hits -- Dr Amir Khan is a familiar face on ITV's Good Morning Britain and Lorraine, where he regularly...

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

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

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

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NHS urges Brits bitten by insects in heatwave to use ice pack for 10 minutes

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The common childhood habit that may increase risk of high blood pressure

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Hot tea and coffee guidance as UK to face at least 39C temperatures

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NHS urges UK households to use 1 item before going outside

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Doctor's heatwave tip will cool you down with just 1 household item -- A doctor has shared his go-to tip for people wanting to cool down their bodies quickly, as...

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'Game changer' ingredient to prevent bitter coffee - and it's not syrup or sugar -- If you are fed up with bitter coffee, then this simple sugar alternative could be the one for...

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Doctor's 'best time' to take painkillers for maximum period pain relief -- NHS GP and TV doctor Dr Zoe Williams spoke about period pain during an ITV appearance

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The tea and berry combination that could slash heart disease death risk

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'I'm a doctor and this is why taking your shirt off in hot weather is dangerous'

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My life suddenly stopped one day after breakfast - you must know about AVM - Mez was working when she suddenly collapsed and had to be rushed to hospital

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Hot weather warning as Brits told 'call 999' if symptoms last 30 minutes

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Brits risk serious burns for a tan as extreme heatwave hits the UK

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Anyone with high blood pressure issued beta blockers and diuretics medication alert

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Dietitian shares easy morning habit to boost gut health without supplements

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UK households urged not to use fans from Tuesday

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NHS issues alert to all hay fever sufferers - 'be careful'

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Fall asleep faster in a heatwave by using expert's fan-free method -- The UK is heading for another heatwave - this is how to make sure you can sleep through the night.

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Expert issues urgent UK heatwave health alert as it could 'worsen condition' -- Heatwaves can affect several medical conditions according to an expert

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People with accessibility needs 'missing out' on parkruns due to 'lack of confidence' -- Specsavers has partnered with parkrun UK to make the weekly events more accessible for people...

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Friendships are key to a happy old age – we're living proof of it

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The free at-home test that only takes a few minutes and could save your life

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Football fans advised to cut certain foods to protect their sleep during World Cup -- The Sleep Geek has advised footy fans to avoid this food group to make sure they maximise their...

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Avoid common mistake - 2 areas people always forget to apply sun cream

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Oncologist urges families to ask dad 'life saving' question

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People on heart medication and metformin urged to take action this week

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'Ghost patients' costing NHS millions as BMA warns genuine patients at risk

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'I had prostate cancer like Jeremy Clarkson — he's done so much for farmers' -- EXCLUSIVE: Farmer Denys Fell, 75, received a shock diagnosis like the Clarkson's Farm star.

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Dr Oscar explains new treatment for incurable condition affecting thousands -- A number of celebrities have revealed they suffer from the difficult condition, including Halsey...

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Doctor urges people to 'turn sun cream bottles around' -- People might be tempted to make the most of what they already have, but they need to follow this...

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I'm a sleep expert — these 5 'healthy' habits might be sabotaging your sleep

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Two-thirds of men 'better informed buying used car' than over this vital cancer treatment

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Pharmacist urges people to never eat 1 thing before bed - you won't sleep - A UK registered pharmacist is urging people to eat one thing before they go to bed - warning...

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Food safety warning as Brits told to do 4 things in hot weather

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Headache symptoms could be sign of medical 'crisis' as NHS issues alert

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New research reveals 20% of liver damage cases are caused by one common habit

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Expert reveals top warning signs of heat illness to watch out for

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Parents urged to avoid one thing during scorching temperatures

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Heatwave warning issued over potential health issue - not sunburn or heat stroke

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Met Office alert as millions 'likely to experience' these symptoms next week -- The south of England and areas of Wales are among those due to be affected

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Expert warns Brits to not forget one thing during heatwave scorcher -- As weather warnings are issued, one part of our bodies can be particularly vulnerable in the heat.

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GPs issue urgent alert over Ramipril and Creon medication as Government urged to act -- Supply problems have forced some patients to ration medication

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Improve your sleep in hot weather with 'surprising' practice before you go to bed

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Insomnia expert shares simple brain trick to help you fall asleep

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UKHSA alert for women under 25 after 'encouraging' signs -- The alert follows a major study published this week

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13 million UK households urged to drink orange juice on Saturday

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Life-saving NHS promise Labour made 63 times that has just been completely abandoned

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In the face of incurable cancer, a Tank Girl T-shirt lifts my mood – here's why

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Jon Snow's heartbreaking family life plan and hopes to 'carry on working to the grave'

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'I was desperate to be a mum and found a sperm donor on Facebook' -- Alannah Dunn, from Wales, carried out a DIY insemination in her quest to become a single mother.

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Millions in UK 'missing out' on 'crucial' vitamin that boosts immune system -- Health experts have warned that millions of Britons may be missing out on key nutrients

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Difference between SPF and UVA explained -- With more hot weather on the way, it's important to keep yourself safe from the sun.

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Amitriptyline users issued beach and car warning until June 23

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Cholesterol will go down if you eat 2 foods that work 'just like statins'

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Health warning for sertraline, citalopram or fluoxetine users as heatwave hits - Millions of people in the UK take SSRIs such as sertraline and fluoxetine - a doctor has shared...

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Brits on medication urged to do one important thing from Friday

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Worst cancer-hit neighbourhoods in England and Wales revealed – check your area

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Chewing gum after eating common food can lower blood pressure — study

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Dentist explains the difference between brushing your teeth before or after breakfast

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Doctor's 'ice' method for better sleep when hot weather hits

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NHS alert as millions told to 'use Vaseline' this week

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'Put your eggs here when you get back from supermarket' - UK FSA advice -- The Food Standards Agency and BBC Good Food both advise storing eggs in appliance to reduce...

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After Jeremy Clarkson's Prostate Cancer diagnosis use this 30-second risk checker -- The former Top Gear host, 66, shared the news in the latest episode of Clarkson's Farm and said...

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Why 9,000 cancer experts gave this huge breakthrough a standing ovation -- EXCLUSIVE: Express health editor Hanna explains how cancer treatments are becoming smarter,...

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GP names nasty infection that will thrive in the UK over summer - full list of symptoms

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DVLA risk as drivers with high blood pressure could face £1,000 fine

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NHS Dr Amir Khan's 'comforting' drink recipe whenever he's unwell -- The TV doctor and NHS GP explained that his family often uses turmeric when someone's feeling unwell

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Prostate cancer patient urges everyone to do 1 check after Jeremy Clarkson diagnosis

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Dr Punam 'don't ignore' 1 common health symptom that 'feels horrible'

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Prostate cancer symptoms as Jeremy Clarkson says 'aggressive' in diagnosis update

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NHS shifts to value-based procurement model to enhance patient outcomes and savings

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NHS issues major World Cup warning for football fans -- The health service has issued advice after data revealed an alarming trend.

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'I'm cancer-free but still struggle with treatment side effects six years later' -- Roger Slater, 75, hopes a major research project could help other men avoid the effects he suffered.

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NHS GP shares 'unexpected' gut health symptom that could signal cancer -- NHS GP, Dr Nighat Arif, has shared an overlooked gut health symptom linked to menopause that...

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I'm a pharmacist - here's everything you need to know about the new Wegovy pill

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Not tea or coffee – experts pinpoint another drink that 'ruins sleep quality'

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Expert reveals best drink to consume in hot weather - While many might assume it's water, a doctor has suggested something else.

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'I was bitten by tick and it felt like alien trying to get out of my head'

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Dr Amir Khan says not using 1 product is ageing people faster - how to slow it down

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'I woke up with gym aches before suddenly becoming paralysed'

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Butter and margarine difference explained - as scientist gives surprising health verdict

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'I couldn't sleep for 4 nights in a row - then I tried this simple bedtime trick'

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Keir Starmer and his cronies are failing NHS – 5 steps Labour must take ASAP

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Common prescription drugs linked to dementia risk in over-55s -- The research found that there was nearly a 50% increased risk of dementia among patients aged 55...

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Woman, 25, dies 10 days after diagnosis first thought to be 'chest infection' -- Molly Jenner was fit and healthy until she collapsed at home

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New weight loss pill works 'without' the side effects of GLP-1s -- This drug is different to GLP-1s, which are approved for use in the UK

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Women who kept waking in the night to wee 'get life back' with 67p-a-day tablet

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'I'm a doctor - this diet could lower your cholesterol as much as statins'

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Surgeon warns of 'biggest mistake' if you feel your knee 'pop' -- Immediate action can make all the difference

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Millions told to 'shower and change' this week in NHS advice

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Psychologist shares how dancing and little daily habits can boost your happiness

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I'm a GP — here's exactly how to keep cholesterol under control for a happy heart

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'I'm a doctor and heart attack symptoms in men and women are very different'

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UK scientists create new skin cancer test that could dramatically boost patient's lives -- EXCLUSIVE: Currently, patients with advanced melanoma - the most serious form of skin cancer -...

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Experts reveal one simple trick that could help fight cravings -- The simple hack that is tricking people into better eating habits

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Three carers reveal what it's like living with dementia 24/7 -- EXCLUSIVE: Three dementia carers have shared the moments they knew something was wrong and what...

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Football mad boy, 8, told he'd never walk again after stroke horror now back on the pitch

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Tim Spector's supermarket rule that may help cut cancer and diabetes risk

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'Focus herb' that helps beat the '3pm slump' Millions of Brits experience a natural energy dip between 2pm and 4pm, often accompanied by...

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Households urged to follow '1-hour rule' in June

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NHS faces 'triple whammy of pressure' from June 15

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I'm a GP - here's what you need to know about the latest diabetes tech available on NHS

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Experts say 'eat 5 of these foods' every day to keep your heart healthy

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More than half of GLP‑1 users keep weight loss jabs secret - pill could change everything

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Nutritionist urges people to check little-known code on eggs before buying

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Seven in 10 UK dads downplay health concerns using classic 'dadisms', poll finds -- Research shows 73% of dads downplay health concerns, using classic 'dadisms' like 'I'm just...

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Decorator's life saved after customer spotted something crucial -- 'Going to the loo more was the only symptom I had, but I ignored it for a year'

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Steriod cream was meant to heal my eczema – but now showers feel like acid -- Sophie Cooper, 21, says suffering from Topical Steroid Withdrawal is 'hell on earth'

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Doctor shares 4 affordable supermarket foods to slash high cholesterol

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I'm a doctor — cut down on these foods if you have high blood pressure

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Cancer patients could avoid life-changing surgery in major breakthrough -- A new drug could prevent patients needing radical surgery to remove the organ.

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Heart, bones and brain 'will be healthier' if you eat 49p superfood snack

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Huge breakthrough as first weight loss tablet approved for use in UK

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Scientist says add ingredient to vegetables to 'transform taste' and reduce inflammation

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Remove mould from washing machine seals 'for good' with one common kitchen item

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Warning for HRT and TRT users as new alert cautions 'accidental exposure' -- The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has issued a warning to anyone taking hormone...

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UKHSA confirms two deaths as highly contagious virus spreads -- The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed two deaths

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NHS announces new update over free flu jabs -- The Department of Health is rolling out free flu vaccinations for some people

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NHS June alert as appointments 'may be changed'

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'I'm a neurologist - here are three things I don't do as a doctor'

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I'm a diabetes dietitian — do one thing after every meal to keep blood sugar on track - EXCLUSIVE: Specialist dietitian Mike Skarlatos shared a crucial tip to keep blood glucose stable.

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Nearly half of men delay seeing a doctor - but urge friends not to 'brush off' symptoms

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Citalopram alert as NHS says 'call 111' if you have this symptom on the toilet

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UKHSA issues stomach bug warning as numbers rise - full list of symptoms

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Anyone using weight loss jabs issued alert by doctor as heatwave approaches

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NHS announces major treatment change for thousands of men with prostate cancer

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I've been a care expert for 46 years — here are 8 crucial tips to support your loved ones

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I'm a nutritionist — I'll never have these five foods in my refrigerator -- Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have been linked to a number of health issues, including cancer,...

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Prince William's £2 breakfast that keeps him young and healthy -- Prince William's surprisingly simple £2 breakfast could hold the secret to his healthy start to...

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Eating 1 popular fruit each day can 'ward off cancer and slash blood sugar levels' -- A daily serving of a nutrient-rich fruit may help lower dietary glycemic load, potentially...

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Five natural foods that may help you sleep better tonight

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People told to check eyes for warning sign after man 'hours away from going blind'

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Superdrug launches new service for 'tired' shoppers in UK high street first -- Superdrug has announced the launch of a new test, available nationwide, which may help anyone...

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Twin, 24, given six months to live says 'our story can't end here'

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'Genetic blood test gave me the best hope of breast cancer cure'

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The best fruit and veg to slash heart disease risk revealed - full list

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Comedian praises healthcare solution as he effectively works second job as unpaid carer

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Severely matted hair 'can be saved' says salon owner -- It's a condition often linked to mental health challenges, illness and difficult life circumstances

17 days ago

Dr Xand details 'life-saving' device after Christian Eriksen collapse -- The Danish footballer collapsed 65 minutes into a friendly game against Ukraine

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Three type 2 diabetes symptoms may appear in the morning, warns pharmacist -- A pharmacist has shared three key early morning signs that could indicate the condition.

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NHS says learning four symptoms 'could save a life'

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Fern Britton admits 'I didn't think I'd be around' as she shares heartbreaking struggle

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Dermatologist explains sun cream codes you should not ignore - A dermatologist explains the key codes and symbols to look for on sunscreen bottles this summer

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State pensioners with one common pain eligible for £458 DWP payment

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Experts call for 'national mission for ageing' and universal social care system

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Michael Mosley's legacy continues: Five health tips from Just One Thing Volume 2

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I'm a GP — here are 9 things to think about before your summer holiday

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Experts share eight summer health hacks to ensure your holiday goes swimmingly

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4 'NATURAL ANTIHISTAMINE' FRUITS WHICH CAN 'HELP KEEP HAY FEVER AT BAY'

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I'm a nutritionist — here are 6 ways to reduce type 2 diabetes risk and boost heart health -- Sophie Bertrand shares tips to keep blood glucose stable for overall heart health.

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DWP lists the 10 health conditions that could get up to £458 a month -- Many people are still unaware that they may be eligible for financial support from the Government.

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Going to bed at this time can increase loneliness and anxiety, new study finds -- Your sleep habits can have a major impact on your mental health

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Freezer foods GP always keeps to live 'longer and healthier'

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4 ways to help decrease Alzheimer's disease risk as Jon Snow shares diagnosis

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I'm a doctor — these 3 easy mealtime hacks can help lower blood pressure -- EXCLUSIVE: Dr Pauline Swift, chair of Blood Pressure UK, shared her latest tips to boost heart...

20 days ago

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

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Prof Tim Spector names food that reduces risk of 'virtually every disease'

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Prof Tim Spector's 'chop and wait' veg trick could prevent heart disease and cancer

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ITV's Dr Amir Khan's answer for people who are 'always tired'

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Woman, 61, 'had IBS for decades' before being given months to live -- Ruth Lloyd-Williams said she refused to be negative

21 days ago

Sertraline warning as NHS says 'call 111' for symptom in your chest -- This drug can sometimes cause "more serious" side effects

21 days ago

Warning issued to anyone taking popular supplements -- EXCLUSIVE: A pharmacist has shared advice for anyone looking to boost their health with dietary...

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