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Daily Express - Health

'Red flag' omeprazole issue raised by NHS GP for acid reflux patients -- BBC Morning Live's Dr Punam Krishan shared important guidance on long-term use of PPIs like...

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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

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Man, 60, diagnosed with cancer after dismissing symptoms as heartburn

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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

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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 -- Experts say 59% of adults are living with the condition which can lead to a heart attack or stroke

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Budget-friendly lunch under £1 that can lower blood pressure and diabetes risk -- The lunch could help ward off the risk of cancer as well as helping to reduce blood pressure

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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

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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'

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'I'm a cardiologist - here are the six things I never do after 6pm' -- Some of these common habits could be harmful for your heart health

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Doctor's vitamin D warning as he says 'this is really important' -- Dr Suraj Kukadia has issued advice over vitamin D use

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I'm a dietician — here's my exercise, diet and supplement plan for healthy aging -- EXCLUSIVE: Dr Carrie Ruxton explains how to keep your joints, bones and muscles healthy as you age.

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Man thought his sore throat was from dust – but sex before wife gave him cancer - Jeff Bradford initially attributed his persistent sore throat to dust from refurbishing his gym.

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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'

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Doctor says keep a glass of water by your bed

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Dr Amir Khan warns stop doing this before you go to bed

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People with common problems 'have 35pc higher diabetes risk' -- Links have been found in a new study

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Woman and dog diagnosed with breast cancer both undergo mastectomies -- Vickie Doogan got Poochon Dolly to help her through breast cancer recovery - but her beloved pet...

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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 -- Oxford University researchers hope their tool will be rolled out across the NHS.

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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'

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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 -- An expert has shared a potential risk of rapid weight loss

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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

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Over-60s use savings to fund private healthcare as NHS waiting list reaches over 860,000 - Older Brits are increasingly self-funding healthcare as they look for alternative options to the...

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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

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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 -- The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a warning for consumers not to eat a meat product...

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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'

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Man 'told he had infection' dead aged just 22 -- The mother of Zac Summers-Cameron said it could have been different

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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'

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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 -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: Battling incurable cancer makes you see what others can't.

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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'

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High blood pressure 'one exercise' to 'significantly lower' it in 4 weeks say scientists - A Reader of Cardiovascular Physiology stated that the test results were 'extraordinary'

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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'

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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 -- Heart specialists have identified two foods that could help reduce cholesterol levels

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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

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Full list of people entitled to free prescriptions as new freeze introduced -- The NHS prescription charge in England has been held - here's who is eligible

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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'

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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' -- The new COVID Cicada variant is sweeping the UK could disproportionately affect children, an...

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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

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Bombshell study finds vaping probably causes two types of cancer - Researchers have reported an 'unequivocal finding' about the health risks associated with vaping.

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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

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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 -- Studies from universities including Harvard found that resveratrol, a compound in red wine, may...

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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

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Drivers over 70 warned as 33,000 motorists stripped of licence in just 4 years -- Nearly 33,000 driving licences have been revoked across Great Britain due to a major safety...

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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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'Disorientating' dementia symptom that can appear when the clocks change this weekend

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'I had meningitis as a baby and lost both my hands, here's what you need to know' -- Tilly Lockey, who lost both hands after contracting meningitis at 15 months old, has shared...

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'Sip one drink' all day when clocks change on Sunday and it's not coffee -- A GP has explained how the clocks going forward at 1am on Sunday, March 29, can disrupt the...

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Clocks go forward on Sunday but you can 'beat jet lag' by making 1 change -- A neuroscientist from the University of Manchester shared how you can "beat jet lag" by making a...

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Horror as baby, 1, chokes to death 'after swallowing mum's fake fingernail'

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Mum 'noticed something' in shower and 'assumed she was going to die'

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'Phantom' shoulder issue could be early sign of cancer, doctor says - The pain typically starts in the right shoulder and can be very persistent

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85P FRUIT JUICE COULD HELP COMMON ISSUE THAT HAPPENS AT NIGHT

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Warning issued over 5 gut-friendly foods - there's a huge catch

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Brits 'embarrassed' by their bodies find it easier to talk to AI about health issues

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Mum shares sleep consultant tip to help children adjust when clocks go forward

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Anyone staying in a hotel this Easter told 'leave bowls of water out'

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People with five symptoms advised to wear face masks by BBC expert

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'I lost 10 stone in six months after eating the same meal every day' -- Holly Barron followed a strict diet to help get her weight under control.

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'Common mistake' as doctor explains March migraine 'triggers' -- As the UK transitions from winter to spring, many migraine sufferers notice a spike in attacks

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The 'white plague' is back — and it's becoming harder than ever to treat -- One in five cases across are going undetected as drug-resistant strains of the disease once...

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The 3 red flag symptoms when walking that could be sign of dementia

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New Motability update from April 1, 2026 for PIP and other disability benefit claimants

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'I had the same cancer as Mel Schilling - these are the easy to miss symptons' -- Jasmin is urging people to know the symptoms and act fast.

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'15-MINUTE RULE' BACKED BY PHYSIOTHERAPIST HELPS REDUCE JOINT PAIN

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'I donated my kidney aged 84 to save my son-in-law's life'

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NHS GP Amir Khan's alert over brushing your teeth

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Major update on mum induced into a coma after pain at Tenerife airport

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Nurse sheds five stone in six months with nine-minute daily trick -- Yo-yo dieter Laura-Beth Ives from Tameside, Greater Manchester, shed five stone in six months...

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The 4-minute rule that could slash your heart attack risk -- The most ordinary thing you could do today could help to save your life.

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Urgent recall for children's toy after 'deadly asbestos' found inside -- Parents are being urged to stop using certain toys immediately after multiple products were...

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Doctor shares simple method to get rid of acid reflux and heartburn symptoms

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NHS Doctor shares 8 questions to ask GP during 'daunting' appointments

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'I'm a doctor - this is when your two-week cough needs checking out' If your cough is lasting a long time it could signal a serious illness

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New fees for England as increased NHS dental costs coming April 1

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Breakthrough raises hope daily pill could replace insulin jabs for diabetics

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Meningitis scam alert as Brits receive fake NHS texts amid outbreak

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Experts say 'just one glass' lowers high blood pressure 'back to normal'

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Woman's 'menopause' hot flushes and tingling were actually 10 brain tumours

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Experts pinpoint exactly how much sleep you need to cut heart attack risk by 57%

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BBC doctor issues verdict on 80p 'statin replacement' -- The expert weighed in on a social media trend suggested people switch out their medication for a...

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Heart attack breakthrough as new pill slashes 'bad' cholesterol -- New daily tablet passes major trial and offers hope for millions at risk of heart attacks and...

19 days ago

Dr Amir Khan admits eating 1 food 3 times a day for 'excellent' reason -- ITV's Dr Amir Khan has explained the potential health benefits of eating three dates every day

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Doctor reveals likelihood of national lockdown following Kent meningitis outbreak

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Exercising at this time of day could slash risk of heart disease and high blood pressure

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'Common' dementia warning sign could include problem in the afternoon -- This lesser-known symptom is thought to affect 20% of patients

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'Flu left me needing a double lung transplant — this NHS change gives me hope'

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Revealed – patients facing a postcode lottery for life-saving weight loss drugs on the NHS

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Key age group 'at risk' as shocking figures reveal one million missed meningitis jab

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UK stem cell therapy for heart failure could save up to a million lives

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'Key nutrient' boosts immunity and energy -- Sports dietician Renee McGregor says there are five key areas where small changes can make a big...

21 days ago

'I'm a GP - this is the one reason it's so hard for women over 40 to lose weight' -- A doctor has revealed why many women struggle to lose weight after 40, highlighting the key...

18 days ago

Darts star's body transformation as he sheds three stone while battling heart condition -- Darts star Cameron Menzies, well known for bloodying his hand during the World Championship in...

21 days ago

Two symptoms keeping you up at night could be cancer

21 days ago

Dr Hilary Jones says lesser-known meningitis symptom could appear in hands and feet

21 days ago

'Five meningitis myths' people urged to ignore - Meningitis Now has shared five common myths about the disease to help raise awareness

20 days ago

Doctor explains why the Kent meningitis outbreak is so serious, as cases continue to rise

22 days ago

Dr Amir Khan says 'go A&E' to anyone who experiences 'thunderclap'

22 days ago

The simple fitness tip that could be the key to keeping a heart healthy

22 days ago

UK pandemic slogan may have cost lives as bombshell Covid report released

23 days ago

Doctor says 'don't wait' for key meningitis symptom and outlines the early warning signs

23 days ago

Dr Amir Khan shares 'massive issue' for anyone with long Covid

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How a daily cup of tea or coffee 'could stave off dementia' -- Compounds in the popular beverages may boost brain health.

21 days ago

People waking up at 3am all make same sleep 'mistake' expert says -- Those repeated wake-ups seem random until you notice the same small mistake that keeps the...

23 days ago

Teen's back pain and loss of appetite 'dismissed' before mum left in tears -- Kit Chester-Canavan, 16, began feeling pain in his back in three to four-day stints in April...

24 days ago

Alzheimer's breakthrough as quick test could detect early signs

24 days ago

People urged not to leave their house without one item between March and October

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Meningitis and septicaemia warning signs as wider spread still 'possible' -- Understanding the differences between meningitis and septicaemia is crucial as health experts...

24 days ago

Meningitis warning as four lesser-known signs could appear in the eye

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How does meningitis spread and who should be worried as cases rise

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'Surprise' snack may lower heart disease risk as '90 percent' of Brits not eating enough

24 days ago

Inside 'warzone' Kent hospital battling to save UK from horror meningitis B outbreak

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Dr Amir shares explains how to get vaccinated against meningitis B amid Kent outbreak -- Vaccines for meningitis B are not offered to most age groups on the NHS

25 days ago

The Mediterranean diet that could slow brain ageing - major new study -- People who ate these foods showed less signs of brain ageing, including loss of grey matter.

23 days ago

What reduces your risk of getting meningitis as Kent outbreak ongoing -- Health Secretary Wes Streeting has confirmed a targeted vaccination programme for students

25 days ago

Man told he 'could have days to live' after headaches 'dismissed'

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Thinning hair could be warning sign your body needs one thing

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Meningitis outbreak - how to check if your child has had vaccine - Different vaccinations are offered to children, depending on when they were born

25 days ago

Man's acid reflux turned out to be stage 4 cancer 'after being prescribed omeprazole'

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Bleeding gums could be a sign your body lacks one thing

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Dr Amir Khan warns three 'initial' symptoms could signal meningitis

25 days ago

Osteoporisis sufferers told cut risk of fractured bones by adding 6 foods to diet

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People on omeprazole for acid reflux told 'two problems' the longer you take it

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Kent meningitis health chiefs accused of sitting on news for a day

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Brain tumour signs that aren't 'in your head', according to experts -- Brain tumour symptoms can easily be mistaken for other more common conditions

25 days ago

Meningitis: Symptoms, red flags and is there a vaccine -- Stay alert to meningitis symptoms like fever, double vision, and a stiff neck, as health...

26 days ago

NHS says 'trust your instincts' as eight symptoms need medical attention 'immediately' -- Two people have died following a meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent, with over 30,000...

26 days ago

Keen gym going dad, 33 went to the doctor for leg pain - they said he has months to live

26 days ago

Surprise symptom that's impossible to ignore and could be first sign of killer disease

26 days ago

Parents in England told 'look in red book' for 'protection' -- The UK Health Security Agency has issued a new health alert urging parents to check their...

27 days ago

New health trend sweeps UK as 96% of Brits not meeting crucial daily intake

27 days ago

Doctor warns pale skin could be warning sign you need more of 1 thing

27 days ago

Exact time people should be eating dinner so they can sleep better

27 days ago

Chemists issue new warning for anyone taking ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac

27 days ago

Millions at risk from killer 'zombie cells' - only one way to stop them -- EXCLUSIVE: Cellular senescence - a build-up of cells which no longer work properly but refuse to...

28 days ago

Doctor warns of bone health 'time bomb' but '3p daily pill' helps -- Research shows UK calcium intake has dropped 20% over 20 years

28 days ago

'Live long life by following one percent rule' says orthopaedic surgeon -- Health experts have shared the simple daily habits that can help you live longer and improve...

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