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Daily Express - Health

Doctor settles debate on how much water you need to drink each day — not 2 litres -- According to one doctor, the answer to how much water we need daily isn't the two litres many...

14 hours ago

'Check yourself' warning as rare disease on the rise in England

7 hours ago

Add 1 thing to water to stay hydrated during heatwave - not salt

10 hours ago

NHS confirms automatic home cancer tests for older adults

14 hours ago

The email that proves our NHS is riddled with a baffling level of incompetence

15 hours ago

British Red Cross shares key method to staying cool during heatwave

17 hours ago

NHS flu jab rule change from with new age threshold

6 hours ago

Doctor claims 'most powerful' method stops travel sickness

23 hours ago

When the clocks go back in 2026 and what it means for sleep

1 day ago

Boy aged 16 months found dead by sister 'after going to bed with runny nose' Anya Sousa, 41, and her husband Hugo Sousa, 45, were devastated when their son Leonardo, known...

6 hours ago

Leg bouncing could be sign of undiagnosed health condition

1 day ago

NHS advice to people on warfarin over common breakfast items

1 day ago

'I'm a doctor — this is what hot weather does to your blood pressure'

1 day ago

Neuroscientist's answer when asked 'what prevents Alzheimer's disease'

1 day ago

Therapist's 10-minute 'worry window' to manage anxiety

2 days ago

'I'm super fit and healthy but use weight-loss jabs so I can party' -- Brandon Banach says the jabs and IV drips are 'biohacking' so he can keep living a party lifestyle

2 days ago

Victorian disease kills 2 children and an adult as it rips through the UK -- An adult and two children have now died having been infected with measles.

2 days ago

'European' method to cool your home in heatwave is total game-changer -- Today and Friday are predicted to be the hottest days of the current heatwave, and it'll be hot...

10 hours ago

Pharmacist's urgent message to anyone taking these 10 medicines during heatwave -- A pharmacist has issued an urgent message to anyone taking these 10 medicines during the UK...

14 hours ago

'I had a baby at 50 as a single woman - just do it'

2 days ago

Doctor says five summer habits 'make your IBS and bloating worse'

2 days ago

I was diagnosed with cancer - my wife spotted one red flag symptom I'd been ignoring

2 days ago

Heatwave cool down 'hack' is extremely dangerous, experts say

2 days ago

Bad sleepers in the heatwave say 'at last I am sleeping well' thanks to 78p-a-day buy -- 'After trying many products to help me relax and sleep, these have done exactly what they...

1 day ago

'My daughter's childhood was ruined by wrong diagnosis — she had 6 cycles of chemo' -- Faye Condon, 12, endured gruelling chemotherapy at the age of seven after doctors identified the...

1 day ago

Horror as man's bum 'explodes' after doctors dismiss key symptoms -- The 25-year-old endured months of pain before finally getting a diagnosis.

3 days ago

Official July 8 alert for people taking ibuprofen, insulin or furosemide - The UKHSA has issued a warning

2 days ago

Exact temperature that makes using a fan dangerous in heatwave

3 days ago

'I lived in Australia and here's how to keep yourself cool as heatwave hits'

3 days ago

Full list of people not allowed to buy Wegovy weight loss pills

3 days ago

People in UK urged to follow 30 minute NHS 'rule' after 10am

3 days ago

Gran told 'dial 999' after asking GP and pharmacist for plaster for cut on her finger

3 days ago

Top Covid scientist issues warning over pandemic vaccine access -- EXCLUSIVE: Sir Jonathan Van-Tam on the risk of another pandemic... and why the UK should be...

3 days ago

Urgent warning issued to Blue Badge holders after 'reports' -- Blue badge holders are being told they could be 'called in for questioning'

4 days ago

Pioneering brain drug offers hope for slowing Parkinson's disease -- A drug that showed promise in treating a sleep disorder could potentially help slow symptoms,...

4 days ago

NHS reminder to 'shower and change' on Thursday -- People might need to hop in the shower twice later this week - even if they don't have this...

2 days ago

5 'SILENT KILLER' BLOOD PRESSURE WARNING SIGNS - 1 GETS 'OVERLOOKED'

4 days ago

Drivers urged to contact the DVLA with 189 condtions or risk £1,000 fine - full list

4 days ago

Rankin turns lens to scientists battling one of the world's most deadly diseases

4 days ago

NHS issues urgent advice on sunscreen as many 'do it wrong'

4 days ago

Huge endometriosis breakthrough could help end 'unacceptable delays' for women -- Two game-changing tests could speed up diagnosis for the common and debilitating condition.

3 days ago

NHS fruit reminder to millions of people taking amlodipine for blood pressure -- Anyone who takes the commonly repscribed blood pressure medication should be aware of this item...

5 days ago

Neuroscientist tells UK households 'don't dry sheets outdoors this week' -- A neuroscientist has explained what to do

5 days ago

NHS confirms major vaccine rollout for over 65s from October

5 days ago

NHS crucial message to everyone taking citalopram

5 days ago

'I retired after 17 years without a sick day and then got an incurable diagnosis' Andy Young, 62, was diagnosed after noticing he had gone off beer

4 days ago

Amitriptyline NHS advice - 'call 111' over 'serious' side effect

5 days ago

Boy, 5, 'wouldn't laugh or sit up' now rare condition threatens his life

5 days ago

NHS shakeup confirmed from 2027

5 days ago

Tim Spector says one type of food is best to eat during hot weather

5 days ago

'I thought my menopause symptoms were normal – then I was rushed to hospital'

5 days ago

I'm a GP — here's how to avoid 'silent killer' high blood pressure

5 days ago

The bizarre thing that really does happen to men's brains when they become a parent -- EXCLUSIVE: It's not a myth, 'dad brain' really exists and the psychologist who proved it...

5 days ago

'20-minute' method to feel less tired after England v Mexico game -- The England vs Mexico match is set to be broadcast at 1am BST on Monday and the Government...

6 days ago

Mum's dizzy spells lead to discovery forcing birth nine weeks early tomorrow -- Amy Carroll, 34, put her fainting down as a symptom

6 days ago

Woman who turned down gastric band and jabs has now lost 9st

6 days ago

Fall asleep fast after England vs Mexico with three foolproof tricks

6 days ago

I survived cardiac arrests, two cancers and a stroke - 2 reasons I'm still alive -- EXCLUSIVE: He walked away from a heart attack, a stroke, and cancer twice, but the one thing...

5 days ago

Squirrel bites and stomach ache — what happens behind the scenes at NHS 111

6 days ago

Doctor issues warning for 1 common routine that could be a sign of heart disease

6 days ago

Atorvastatin alert as NHS 'cautions' on serious side effects

6 days ago

Cardiologist names four fruits to add to your diet to help combat heart disease risk

6 days ago

UK households urged to remove flowers from home before Wednesday -- Those who suffer from allergies should take action as soon as possible.

7 days ago

Mum's severe anxiety left her bedridden and 'not even able to look after son' -- Kelly Jeffery, 41, said she had a 'full mechanical breakdown' in 2022 after a relationship ended

5 days ago

'I should be at the World Cup but I'm not allowed to travel more than 4 hours from home' -- EXCLUSIVE: An England fan has shared the surprising reason they cannot attend any overseas matches.

5 days ago

'Rash and flu-like symptoms' could be key sign of infection as cases confirmed

7 days ago

Cancer drug is my lifeline – but here's why I may choose to stop taking it

7 days ago

Stay cool in a UK heatwave without a fan using simple military method - As the UK braces for another heatwave, there is a simple military cooling technique that may...

6 days ago

Cardiovascular surgeon shares 'number one' thing he will always avoid

8 days ago

Dr Amir Khan issues hair loss warning as he says 'look for this number'

8 days ago

Personal trainer shares biggest exercise mistakes women make during menopause

8 days ago

NHS issues warning over 'unproven miracle cures' on social media

8 days ago

NHS to offer shopping vouchers for Brits who walk 20 minutes per day

8 days ago

New study finds common vitamin could slow brain ageing as we get older

8 days ago

Man has his jaw rebuilt with leg bone after horror fall chasing thief -- André Gayoso, 35, was left in a coma for 13 days after falling on a metal bar while chasing the...

6 days ago

Teen thought 'I'm too young for this' when true cause of 'period pains' found -- Gracie Mae Cooper, 19, was diagnosed after experiencing severe stomach pains

7 days ago

Boy, 3, diagnosed with leukaemia after hospital visit for cut finger -- Doctors noticed he looked pale and ran blood tests

7 days ago

'Transformative' buy that stops intimate 'stinging, itching or dryness' is back in stock

8 days ago

Wegovy weight loss pills on sale at major UK chain for £79 a month

8 days ago

'I have arthritis but am nearly pain-free thanks to one big change' -- Jon Reeves, 59, learned to adapt after his daunting diagnosis.

7 days ago

Dr Amir Khan explains why people on weight loss jabs could have hair loss

8 days ago

NHS postcode lottery in cancer support exposed — 'worrying picture'

8 days ago

Sports scientist explains why Mexico has huge World Cup advantage over England

9 days ago

I had 38 parasites in my brain after travelling — doctors didn't know what to do

9 days ago

Department of Health responds to calls for change to all white bread in UK -- Campaign says 'we believe it is unethical to mass medicate the entire population without their...

9 days ago

Eight in 10 Brits now track health metrics daily, from sleep to heart rate -- Brits are now actively tracking their health - from what they eat to how well they sleep and...

10 days ago

Symptoms to look out for as measles cases jump up again -- Hundreds of cases have been confirmed across England

10 days ago

Doctor shares at-home heart disease risk test using just a tape measure

10 days ago

I asked 3 dentists thing they would never do for teeth health - two said same thing

10 days ago

Signs you have hearing loss as people who sleep with earphones urged to change setting - People have been urged to check a key setting, as they may want to adjust their settings

9 days ago

Everyday activity that can quietly take on type 2 diabetes—without changing your diet

10 days ago

60P FOOD THAT COULD 'PREVENT' WEAKENING WITH AGE, DENTIST SAYS

10 days ago

Scientists discover 'rare ageing disorder' that makes you age faster

10 days ago

'Genuine hope' for COPD patients as new jab is rolled out on NHS

10 days ago

New hope offered to blind people after lab breakthrough

10 days ago

Dr Amir Khan's brutally honest thoughts on supplements as there's only 3 he takes

11 days ago

UK drivers urged to drive with windows closed from Wednesday -- The advice aligns with the Met Office's recent forecast for this week.

11 days ago

Army veteran, 96, said 14 poignant words before dying - experts say it's common -- A 96-year-old grandad and Army veteran was bedbound for weeks with low blood oxygen before...

10 days ago

NHS grass rule as parts of UK forecast on alert for 'very high' pollen levels -- Following this rule could help prevent hay fever symptoms

11 days ago

Parents waste 8 minutes a day 'negotiating' with kids over one key chore

11 days ago

Common supplement taken by millions for brain health has 'no benefit', new study says

11 days ago

UK penicillin alert as new 'defect' notice issued -- The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a Class 4 Medicines...

11 days ago

'I found my husband stone cold in bed and thought he was dead'

11 days ago

UK health chiefs warn of 'one of greatest risks to health' amid rise in type of infections

11 days ago

Experts warn UK's dirty air is deadly for Britons with one type of condition

11 days ago

Major maternity change announced after report on 'heartbreaking' NHS failures

11 days ago

The common ingredient that can cut your bowel cancer risk when added to meals -- Some 96% of adults in the UK do not eat enough of this type of food.

10 days ago

Popular beverage is 'liquid death', claims heart surgeon — it's not alcohol -- A heart surgeon warned there is a drink he "absolutely avoids"

12 days ago

'I'm a cardiologist - these are the 4 checks every woman should have when they hit 40' -- You may not realise you have an underlying health condition

12 days ago

'My red flag cancer symptom appeared when I ate a banana'

12 days ago

This vaccine for teens could slash their cancer risk with a single dose

12 days ago

'Extreme' bloating could be caused by 1 common hot drink - A popular morning drink could be causing some people to feel uncomfortable in the mornings

11 days ago

Doctors settle the debate on how many steps a day you should take - it's not 10,000

13 days ago

Expert reveals the one fabric you should avoid when buying bedding - 'sleep thief'

13 days ago

Could a 22p over-the-counter pill help millions of people suffering from pain?

13 days ago

Experts' 9 simple things over-60s can do every morning to reduce risks of falls

13 days ago

I'm a dietitian — one swap on your dinner plate could help keep blood pressure low

13 days ago

PIP payments could stop if you go on holiday this summer - rules explained

13 days ago

'I'm a GP - this is why I ask if you've Googled your symptoms' -- It might seem like a strange question but it could help your GP better understand your concerns

13 days ago

UK drivers issued 'pollen bomb' warning – £1,000 fine -- With pollen levels set to be very high across large parts of the UK, motorists have been warned...

11 days ago

Diabetes breakthrough as NHS approves new drug that stops disease for 3 years -- It has been dubbed the biggest diabetes breakthrough for a century.

12 days ago

Best food for high blood pressure named — and it's just 78p

13 days ago

NHS GP's simple '15-minute trick' to reduce morning stress and anxiety

14 days ago

How Keir Starmer's resignation forced me to face just how much cancer changed my life -- OPINION - ROBERT FISK: To say things are no longer the way they were would be a vast understatement.

12 days ago

I'm a chiropractor — follow these 3 rules for better joint and bone health

14 days ago

NHS urges households to add 1 superfood to meals – even from frozen

14 days ago

UK households issued cold shower warning

14 days ago

NHS difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke explained and when to call 999

14 days ago

Horror as passenger falls ill with Ebola on flight to Europe -- The confirmed case has sparked fears about cross-border transmission following an outbreak in...

15 days ago

Psychologist shares little-known dementia symptom that appears in the afternoon -- An estimated 982,000 people are currently living in the UK with dementia, according to the...

15 days ago

Dr Amir Khan reveals the 5 health conditions made worse by the heatwave -- Dr Amir Khan said: "Hot weather can actually make some medical conditions worse. So here are...

15 days ago

'Urgent action needed' on 'silent killer' as UK records 36C temperatures

15 days ago

New fexofenadine update issued as UK experiences 36C temperatures

15 days ago

Four in 10 women experience unexpected menopause symptom - A TV doctor has given her advice for dry eyes, a lesser-known symptom of the menopause.

14 days ago

I'm a GP — swap biscuits for this sweet treat to cut heart disease risk

15 days ago

Difference between heatstroke and heat exhaustion explained — urgent symptoms

15 days ago

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

15 days ago

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

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

Parents issued sunscreen warning as they are urged to do one thing this heatwave -- Parents are being urged to take extra precautions as soaring temperatures sweep across the country.

15 days ago

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

16 days ago

I'm a doctor — here's how to accurately check your blood pressure at home -- EXCLUSIVE: Small mistakes can lead to an inaccurate reading.

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

Join Slimming World for free with our great offer -- We've teamed up with Slimming World to offer you the chance to join your local group for FREE,...

15 days ago

UKHSA shares sign you could be overhydrating in heatwave

16 days ago

Alison Hammond 'emotional' as third of Brits delay 'sight-saving' treatment due to fear

17 days ago

Brain doctor shares everyday habit that might be 'first sign of migraine'

17 days ago

Omeprazole users told 'check label' as NHS lists instructions as heat hits UK

17 days ago

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...

17 days ago

Surgeon's 'rule of six' to do during UK heatwave -- As the UK experiences a heatwave, joint preservation specialist Professor Paul Lee explains the...

17 days ago

The difference between dehydration and just being thirsty -- With much of the UK under a severe heat warning it's important to make sure you are drinking...

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

UK government names which medications can have stronger impact during heatwave

17 days ago

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...

15 days ago

Anyone keeping statins on bedside table given urgent alert

17 days ago

Brits urged to put medicines in 1 place on Wednesday

17 days ago

UK health bosses issue urgent warning over common blood pressure medication

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

Urgent warning issued to anyone with a lung condition — do 9 things this week -- An expert has shared advice for 12 million people living with conditions such as asthma.

17 days ago

Difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's explained -- Dementia and Alzheimer's disease are often used interchangeably, but they actually have...

17 days ago

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...

18 days ago

Expert says you must avoid exercising in this four-hour time slot as 40C heat hits UK

18 days ago

Dr Amir Khan ibuprofen alert as NHS GP says 'it can hinder your healing'

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

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

18 days ago

NHS urges UK households to use 1 item before going outside

19 days ago

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...

19 days ago

'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...

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

Dietitian shares easy morning habit to boost gut health without supplements

19 days ago

UK households urged not to use fans from Tuesday

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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.

12 days ago

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

19 days ago

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...

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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...

18 days ago

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

19 days ago

Oncologist urges families to ask dad 'life saving' question

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

'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.

19 days ago

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

20 days ago

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...

19 days ago