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Daily Express - Health

'I smoked for 30 years before getting lung cancer — phasing out tobacco is right' -- EXCLUSIVE: Lung cancer survivor Susie Hartley, 75, welcomed plans to create a smoke-free generation.

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BBC doctor shares 'what you need to know' about antihistamines

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Change your cooking in these six ways and help yourself to live longer

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Blue Zones expert shares 'superfood' you should eat daily to live longer

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Michael Mosley's Just One Thing hails key vitamin to ward off dementia

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Marathon legend Paula Radcliffe names breakfast items she eats before running

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Musculoskeletal specialist tells Brits 'act fast' if they feel pain and 'don't ignore it'

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Five habits that speed up ageing named by doctor — alcohol not on the list - Five habits that speed up ageing named by doctor - alcohol not on the list

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TV GP says one symptom in patients 'scares me - for good reason'

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I'm a doctor — swap out this item from your Sunday roast to cut heart attack risk

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My cancer is fighting back against treatment – now comes the hardest part

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Doctor warns brushing teeth at this time could 'wear down' enamel and gums

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Little-known factors 'increase your risk of cancer' - not smoking or drinking

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NHS GP issues 'little-known breakfast' alert to anyone taking common pill for hay fever -- As pollen levels soar across the UK, a BBC doctor has issued a 'little-known' warning to anyone...

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Medical miracle as British girl born blind has sight restored by pioneering new treatment -- Doctors used a modified virus to deliver healthy copies of the gene directly into the back of...

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Nearly half of runners say a run 'doesn't count' unless they've tracked it on a device -- Nearly half of runners say their run doesn't count unless they've tracked it on a fitness app or...

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Terrifying reason Brits are experiencing more heart attacks and strokes -- Researchers collected data on hospital admissions and deaths between 2011 and 2020, while also...

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Mum's brain cancer symptoms dismissed as 'stress' by GP

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New three-in-one blood pressure pill cuts stroke risk by almost 40%

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'I'm glad I had double mastectomy after mammogram failed to detect tumour'

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NHS App outage left millions unable to access vital health services

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Millions of NHS patients emailed 'two-day' prescription alert -- Pharmacy2U is reminding its two million-plus registered patients to request their NHS repeat...

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Woman paralysed after mistaking rare condition for back ache -- Lucy Dunford was 19 when she started suffering from 'stabbing pains' between her shoulder blades.

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'I'm a doctor and this is when you should be concerned about stomach pain' -- A doctor who boasts more than 500,000 followers on TikTok and describes himself as the...

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I'm a personal trainer – don't make these rookie mistakes if you're inspired to get fit - As nearly 60,000 runners prepare for this weekend's London Marathon, with hundreds of thousands...

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Brits avoid seeking medical advice due to embarrassment and fear of bad news

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Symptom in front of the TV you 'shouldn't ignore' that could indicate dementia

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I'm a doctor — remove this one food from your fry-up breakfast to cut blood pressure

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'I'm a neurologist - taking this popular supplement could be toxic'

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A quarter of Brits are sleep deprived, averaging only 5 hours per night

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Donald Trump 'suffers complete collapse' on live TV as he admits 'fear of falling' -- Donald Trump made the remarks while appearing to take aim at his political predecessor during a...

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Everything you need to know as Ramipril users told to check capsules -- The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has announced a recall

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Why hay fever season 'now lasts weeks longer' than in the 1990s -- A major report found the season for runny noses and sneezing has lengthened significantly.

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Monty Don's favourite tea he drinks every morning is delicious and helps you 'live longer' -- Monty "always wakes early" and has a healthy breakfast with a cup of tea.

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Brits given urgent long Covid warning as cases soar in UK

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NHS issues alert for condition that 'affects everyone differently'

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Urgent new Ramipril blood pressure medication alert as patients should 'contact pharmacy'

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'My wife died aged 46 from rare disease after just one symptom'

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New update given as cakes and biscuits 'contaminated by rodents' -- The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a warning over the recall of a range of products,...

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'My son died of an allergic reaction — the National Allergy Strategy will save lives' -- EXCLUSIVE: Helen Blythe helped shape the National Allergy Strategy after losing her son Benedict.

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'I had stage 3 bowel cancer – pioneering new treatment has seen it melt away' -- EXCLUSIVE: Christopher Burston is one of 32 patients who trialled a groundbreaking new therapy

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Households with wood burners issued health warning by doctor - 'even small amounts'

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Drivers with common health condition told 'swipe your car dashboard'

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DWP benefits claims for food issues surge by 500% A former MP has criticised the government for the rise in claims.

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Blue Badge parking -13 places you cannot park including huge area with special rule

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People that got Covid may still have 'signature in the blood'

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Davina McCall confesses 'it ruins you' as she sheds light on wincing home mishap

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The midlife disorder 'on the increase' – soaring among 40s and 50s women

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I'm a diabetes doctor — follow these three steps to put Type 2 into remission

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Putin's victims being spared death thanks to AI and incredible advances in medicine

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Pet owners told what to do after returning to house after dog walk -- Pets could be 'unintentional transporters' when out for walks this spring

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Top cardiologist pinpoints two key steps to enjoy 'golden decade' of health -- EXCLUSIVE: Prof John Deanfield says you should treat your health like a pension.

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Doctor's warning as waking up in the 'middle of the night' could signal serious problem -- You should speak to your GP if this regularly happens to you

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My brother jetted 3,300-miles - that emergency flight saved my life

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Hay fever sufferers urged to try 1 'life-changing' thing most people don't know about

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Pensioners over 75 urged to get new Covid jab as 'immunity wanes' -- Tens of thousands of slots a day are now available at GP practices and community pharmacies...

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'I have binge-eating disorder but can't get NHS help - I'm screaming into the void'

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I'm perfect patient to bust bizarre NHS conspiracy theory – don't listen to tinfoil hats

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NHS advises pregnant women to take key vitamin for baby's brain and spine development

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Common skin condition may trigger arthritis 'at any age'

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10 LIFE LESSONS TERMINAL PATIENTS ALWAYS SHARE, SAYS END-OF-LIFE NURSE -- Nurses from Marie Curie revealed the pearls of wisdom patients share in their final days

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NHS GP says anyone still tired after sleeping should get checked for medical condition -- The exhaustion that still clings after a full night of sleep and constant infections could be...

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Brits told to shut windows as 'perfect storm' hits UK -- A surge in problems may be linked to a toxic combination

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Wife shares heartbreak as husband dies 11 days after covid jab

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I'm a skincare expert — look for 2 things on sunscreen bottles to avoid cancer

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'I've had IBS for 30 years' but £1.60-a-day change means 'I have no pain or bloating' IBS sufferers are praising Gut Wealth's sachets for helping with bloating, bowel regularity and...

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Ultra-processed foods 'strong concerns' alert as new UKRI study reveals health fears

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New weight loss jabs 'too good to be true' warning from pharmacies

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Alzheimer's bombshell as meds 'make no difference' and 'cause bleeding'

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NHS window and door advice as most of England set for 'high' pollen levels

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NHS-approved diet for people trying to lower cholesterol naturally

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Cholesterol superfoods for heart health — doctor names 6 best fish

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'I had Type 2 diabetes – four simple changes got me out of the danger zone' -- EXCLUSIVE: Rob Wilkinson shares his winning formula to lower blood sugar levels

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Boots pharmacist says 2 things in your home could be 'secret hay fever pollen magnets' -- A pharmacist has highlighted two things that could be making symptoms worse.

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Dr Amir Khan reveals why you 'keep waking up at 3am' every night -- The expert warned this could be caused by a serious problem

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Wegovy obesity patients to see major change from April 14 with new jab option

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Top five side effects of weight loss jabs reported by patients as almost half affected

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Investigation as mysterious illness kills five people abroad -- 35 people have fallen ill, mostly in the same households or after having close contact with others

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Woman left 'like alien' after 28 years of eczema cream believes it's to blame

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'I'm a neurologist - this hobby is the one of the best things for your brain'

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'I'm a cardiac nurse — these 7 exercises could help slash your heart disease risk by 35%'

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Weight gain could be caused by 'common condition'- when to see your GP

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Common car setting can cause 'uncontrollable tiredness' if not turned off -- ITV presenter Sian Welby discovered her "uncontrollable tiredness" on motorway journeys was...

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Michael Mosley's much-loved diet that could ward off dementia -- The late doctor said that this diet could boost brain health - and it's easy to include in your diet

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'I lost nearly three stone with no effort after finding a weight loss app on Facebook' -- "If I can do it, anyone can do it, because I have spent a lifetime struggling with weight."

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Top fitness guru reveals 3 common nutrition mistakes people make before exercise

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Doctor explains feeling sluggish could be symptom of common condition

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Night-time habit could be early red flag for stroke or heart failure says doctor - Research found that found a link between a common issue and potentially lethal outcome

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'I'd never heard of my type of breast cancer — it didn't start with a lump'

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'Red flag' omeprazole issue raised by NHS GP for acid reflux patients

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Homemade gin goes wrong as man pricked by slow-acting 'poison' while berry picking

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I used to booze until I blacked out – now I'm a sober coach helping other binge drinkers

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NHS offers second dose of MenB vaccine after outbreak in Kent

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Sleep expert suggests two things to change if you wake up at 3am each day

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BBC's Naga Munchetty shares 'best' thing to say at GP appointments after health battle -- BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty shares advice on how to communicate with GPs after her...

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Man, 60, diagnosed with cancer after dismissing symptoms as heartburn -- Oesophageal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the UK.

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NHS issues 'April 13' patient alert in new update across England -- It comes as the final days of the latest six-day resident doctors' strike approach

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Patients with certain type of cancer 'less likely to die' when given rare disease pill

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Breakthrough dementia drugs — what went wrong and what happens next?

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I have incurable cancer with not long left – I fear the NHS wants me dead -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: I bet you'd view this as a waste of precious time, but there's method in...

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Shoppers praise 'life changing' 44p-a-day solution for sleep problems and low energy

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British Veterinary Association cautionary advice over vegan diet for dog

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NHS explains 'best way' to lower high cholesterol and all those most at risk

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Budget-friendly lunch under £1 that can lower blood pressure and diabetes risk

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Cholesterol superfood that unclogs arteries is 'better than aspirin' doctor says -- A doctor has revealed how you can take care of your heart by buying one simple item on your food...

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Omeprazole users face two major health risks with one mistake -- Researchers urged people to carefully follow instructions around the common medication

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UKHSA urges 'protect yourself' as highly infectious illness spreads -- UKHSA wants people to look after themselves and their children

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Sleep faster and deeper by eating 20p fruit before going to bed

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Nocturnal habit could be an early warning sign of stroke or heart failure

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UK's unhealthiest town revealed – 'largest lifespan loss per 1,000 people' The town will lose a combined 55 years of life in 2026 due to preventable deaths.

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'I'm a cardiologist - here are the six things I never do after 6pm'

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Doctor's vitamin D warning as he says 'this is really important'

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I'm a dietitian — here's my exercise, diet and supplement plan for healthy aging

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Man thought his sore throat was from dust – but sex before wife gave him cancer

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Doctor shares UK 'fevers' update as many Brits stay indoors after 2026 surge

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'100 per cent' diet that may 'lower Alzheimer's risk 12 per cent'

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BBC doctor says 30p pill 'eliminates hay fever symptoms' and it 'lasts for 24 hours' -- BBC's Dr Ranj Singh has highlighted a 30p antihistamine tablet that can help ease hay fever symptoms

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Doctor says keep a glass of water by your bed -- Keeping a glass of room temperature water by the bed can be very helpful

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Dr Amir Khan warns stop doing this before you go to bed -- You could be making certain symptoms "worse"

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People with common problems 'have 35pc higher diabetes risk'

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Woman and dog diagnosed with breast cancer both undergo mastectomies

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Doctor urges UK households to close windows this week -- EXCLUSIVE: The GP issued the advice according to the Met Office's forecast.

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Major heart scan breakthrough could predict disease 5 years early

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UK official alert over killer cough risk

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This easy daily habit may cut dementia risk by 15%

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'Miracle' 27p hay fever 'cure' eliminates 'all symptoms' without prescription

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Beer gardens could make common health condition 'worse' amid Met Office 'red alert' -- Hay fever sufferers have been warned that drinking alcohol during high season could worsen their...

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'Game-changing' NHS app helps people 'feel healthier' in '10 minutes' -- The NHS app is a free tool that could help Brits get more active without spending a penny on gym...

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'I felt dizzy and hours later my baby and me nearly died' -- Chloe Jacobs, 39, lost eight litres of blood after suffering placental abruption at 34 weeks...

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Doctor's bone loss warning to anyone on weight loss jabs

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New game-changing diabetes device can forecast low blood sugar hours in advance

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Vaccine linked to lowering risk of Alzheimer's disease by 55 per cent - A large study has found that the vaccine is associated with a significantly lower risk of...

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Over-60s use savings to fund private healthcare as NHS waiting list reaches over 860,000

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Trying one habit for a few minutes every day could cut risk of 8 major diseases

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Julia Bradbury says 'I want to stay alive' as she's mocked for strict regimen after cancer

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Scientists say this simple diet hack could help you lose more weight

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Pensioner 'is eighth Brit to die after Cape Verde holiday' amid horror outbreak

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Spring health hacks from 10 top experts — 'look to the sun'

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Full list of dementia symptoms — six little-known types of the syndrome explained -- There are more than 100 different forms of dementia and many have different symptoms.

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'Sleep doctor' shares reason people keep waking up at 3am -- A sleep expert has explained the biological reason people often wake up in the early hours of...

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'Real husband' gives wife 'gift beyond measure' after devastating diagnosis -- A man was devastated when his wife was diagnosed with acute renal failure and was forced onto...

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Urgent 'do not eat' warning for beef product as listeria found

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Households urged to stop keeping flowers indoors in April

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Common health conditions that risk licence as DVLA 'cancels 33,000' -- Drivers can face fines of up to £1,000 for not informing the DVLA

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Man 'told he had infection' dead aged just 22

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Specific Easter treat could reduce risk of heart disease

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The 6 diet and lifestyle changes to 'reverse' type 2 diabetes

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These are the reasons waking at night gets more common as you age – and how to cope

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'Risky' symptom that could be sign of dementia 'not to ignore' -- Dementia signs may not always affect memory first

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Common sleep position could cause wrinkles and skin ageing says doctor -- NHS GP Dr Raj Arora has shared four common habits that may cause your skin to age more quickly,...

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Patients told 'what to expect' during doctors' strike and where to get NHS help -- Resident doctors will be striking from April 7th until April 13th

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Wes Streeting can learn vital NHS lesson from two very different theatre encounters

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The simple habit that could add years to your life

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'I swapped regular coffee for a £1.50-a-day alternative and I've never slept so well' Shopping editor and coffee lover Tom ditched his usual cup of coffee to MOGU's mushroom blend...

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High blood pressure 'one exercise' to 'significantly lower' it in 4 weeks say scientists

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Full list of Covid symptoms to look out for as new Cicada variant spreads in UK

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Martine McCutcheon opens up on health diagnosis that left her in tears

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NHS doctor shares 1 key reason they don't prescribe paracetamol

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Households urged to avoid drying clothes outside this weekend

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People born before 1966 urged to watch for this 'serious' disease symptom

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'Dementia has a huge hidden burden — mum's care has cost around £1million' -- EXCLUSIVE: Chris Bane is supporting Alzheimer's Research UK's call for the impact of dementia on...

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Nutritionist warns this daily habit can lead to 'increased cholesterol levels' -- The health expert also spoke about the surprising health benefits of some foods

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'Ancient herb' that reduces anxiety and helps sleep -- With Stress Awareness Month arriving in April, experts highlight how it could help manage stress

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Two foods slash cholesterol 'similar to statins', cardiologists say

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UKHSA issues warning to anyone going for a walk this Easter

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All Brits heading abroad told to do seven things -- An alert has been issued to 'all UK travellers and tourists planning a trip abroad'

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Full list of people entitled to free prescriptions as new freeze introduced

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'Powerful' fruit hailed as key to better sleep and stopping urinating at night

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Nutritionist says 'carbs themselves are not bad' and explains which to have

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How weight loss jabs could help you ditch boozy nights out

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ITV Dr Amir Khan stopped microwave habit over health 'risk' -- A warning about microplastics makes the routine items that Brits use daily suddenly feel much...

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Simple blood test could spot dementia changes in your gut -- Dietary and microbial information may help diagnose the condition early.

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The 40-minute exercise that can slash high blood pressure in just six weeks -- There's one activity that a study says could slash high blood pressure.

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New Covid strain sweeping UK 'could be most dangerous to kids'

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Fingernail warning sign could be early symptom of heart failure or liver disease

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Only a third of adults share health issues with new partners in first month of dating - Adults are unlikely to discuss health issues with a new partner - and some even avoid telling...

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Bombshell study finds vaping probably causes two types of cancer

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UK households urged 'do not ignore' this symbol on popular item

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Pharmacist says why he never recommends multivitamins to customers

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NHS accused of rationing hospital appointments so Labour can hit waiting list target

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BBC expert new advice for people taking ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac after warning

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Sex bug surging in the UK — 7 symptoms to know

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Love Island star on why a chronic lung condition won't stop her NHS medic dream -- Priya Gopaldas swapped the glamour of reality TV to train as an NHS doctor and campaign for...

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Panic as Victorian era disease tears through UK city in fresh outbreak -- The city has a vaccine uptake rate far lower than is recommended by the World Health Organisation.

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'A red dot was the first sign of illness that caused me pain for 13 years' -- Around 50,000 Britons are diagnosed with this condition every year.

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Couple of glasses of wine before bed 'as good as hour in gym' and can help weight loss

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PT's 'incredibly effective' habit to reduce risk of serious condition affecting 3.5m

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Households urged to chew gum before bed in April -- Millions are being told to chew gum before bed.

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Drivers over 70 warned as 33,000 motorists stripped of licence in just 4 years

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Death toll from deadly meningitis highlighted in new report

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If Wes Streeting wants to reform NHS, he could do worse than a visit to my GP

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Dr Amir Khan says his '10-second' morning ritual can 'flush out toxins' and improve focus

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