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Daily Express - Health

'My surprising new hobby has become a stepping stone to stroke recovery' -- Andy Reynolds is recovering from a sudden stroke that left his right arm weak.

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Common high blood pressure symptom affecting millions and how to stop it

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I asked experts how many fruits and vegetables you're really supposed to eat every day

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People taking ramipril or lisinopril for heart issues warned 'avoid' everyday food

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Prostate cancer test rules under fire after letter update

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Health visitor reveals what she notices first in your home – 'it's not the washing'

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Doctor warns 'call 999' for three symptoms after a heartbreak

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ZOE lists 46 foods in season this August - and the simple reason to eat them

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DWP confirms 4 chronic pain conditions eligible for £778-a-month payment - full list

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Simple dinner time habit could help 'prevent diabetes' A small change to your evening routine could make a noticeable difference to how your body...

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Ibuprofen warning issued for people in 5 groups in August – full list

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Doctor warns common habit ruins people's blood pressure

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Pharmacist issues hair loss warning over 2 common summer mistakes

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The horrifying eye condition being linked to weight loss jabs

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Mum shares five minute workout for over 60s that can burn fat without equipment

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Wear item on feet to sleep better in heatwave, Dr Amir Khan suggests -- Struggling to sleep during the heatwave? TV doctor Amir Khan suggests taking two steps to get a...

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NHS eyesight advice and exactly when to seek help from 111 or optician -- The NHS has guidance for anyone worried about changes to their vision

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The simple 'life saving' daily habit than can slash your risk of heart problems -- A study reviewed data from almost half a million people.

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Blood pressure drug urgent recall issued over 'health consequences' -- The blood pressure drugs have been recalled due to issues dissolving that could cause harmful...

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The 20-minute health check that slashes your risk of dying early by 32%

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NHS confirms vaccine rollout for older adults in England from October

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Optician settles debate on whether you can watch the eclipse wearing sunglasses

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Worrying 'heart disease and cancer-death' link - one gender at greatest risk

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Midwife's advice to help babies sleep in UK heatwave -- A registered midwife has warned parents about the common 'nappy only' mistake many make when it...

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'I'm a GP — follow these steps to prevent frailty in old age' -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains how to build resilience for later life.

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Doctor settles debate on whether it's safe to eat cheese with mould on -- Many people believe that cutting off the mould on cheese makes it safe to eat, but is this true?

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Richard Hammond shares Jeremy Clarkson health update after revealing 'irritating' problem - Former Top Gear and The Grand Tour presenter Richard Hammond has issued a health update on...

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Three drinks everyone should avoid having this week as heat alert issued

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Donald Trump 'barely able to walk' in 'disturbing' photos as health fears soar

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UK scientist reveals how heatstroke can kill days after your body's cooled down

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'I had a double transplant at 21 — now I'm training to be a transplant surgeon'

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Warning issued to anyone with multiple repeat prescriptions

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Berry 'proven' to slash blood pressure and make arteries '10 years younger' -- It has also been found to boost fat burning, according to new research.

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Big Issue launches supersized edition to support eye and hearing care -- The magazine has partnered with Specsavers to break down healthcare barriers for people...

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Dad's 'ear infection' turned out to be 'rare' skull tumour -- Jake Watts thought his hearing was a little bit off. He never suspected that the cause would be...

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'Licence revoked' with mandatory eye tests for over-70s under new Andy Burnham plan -- A new survey has found that millions of UK drivers are overdue an eye test, or have never had...

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Sharing a kidney as father and son has brought us closer together than ever

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The landmark UK drug trial that could revolutionise cancer treatment

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Millions 'are being denied' access to non-pharmaceutical help in quitting smoking

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Humans have been taking drugs since pre-history – this is why they're so vital

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'I'm a doctor – older men need to drink juice daily or risk worrying health scare' -- A new study found older men need to drink more of one thing.

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The 5 everyday foods and drinks that could be quietly lowering your testosterone -- A hormone expert has said certain foods could be affecting your testosterone levels.

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Little known NHS letter could save you over £100 on prescriptions -- People don't need to have specific benefits or conditions to be eligible

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I have incurable cancer and there's one question I can't answer about my own funeral

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People aged 66 and over could claim £458 per month from DWP for 56 health conditions

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SADS symptoms & NHS advice - full list after Mark Hughes' son dies - Around 500 people in the UK die every year from the condition which claimed the life of...

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I'm a nutritionist — eating these 8 foods can help prevent osteoporosis

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Harvard-backed 'anti-anxiety' snack you can buy from Aldi for under £2

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Only 12% of Brits follow a dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine

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UKHSA alert for disease 'twice as contagious as common cold'

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ANALYSIS - I'm a doctor – here are 5 key questions people have about weight loss pills

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New study finds Mounjaro 'slashes heart attack risk' in some users

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I'm an expert - avoid three things in middle age linked to dementia -- Three key factors are thought to play a role in developing the condition.

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Major NHS change is 'biggest redesign of mental health services in a generation' -- Labour has announced a £353 million plan to boost mental health care.

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Urgent warning issued to anyone taking common blood pressure medication -- More than six million people are prescribed this drug in some form across the UK.

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NHS urges one million people to act before the end of this year

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I have Type 2 diabetes - following a nutritionist-recommended diet turned my life around

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DWP lists mental health conditions likely to qualify for £748 a month -- More people could be entitled to earn the Personal Independence Payment (also known as PIP),...

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Study finds UK women could be missing out on sporting glory due to bladder leaks

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I'm a GP — here's what to expect from the NHS when having a baby in 2026

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£10 balm that 'immediately stops' cold sores hailed as a 'miracle' by Amazon shoppers

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Six things Brits are doing that could actually make hay fever worse

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'Game-changer' jab given twice a year could transform lives for millions of sufferers -- EXCLUSIVE: The researcher leading UK recruitment says the injection could be 'a game-changer',...

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Don't fall foul of a summer injury that spoils your holidays -- Silly injuries can ruin your break... experts share their advice on getting into shape without...

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Jeremy Clarkson's 'still got it' despite 'stiff arteries' after health scare -- Jeremy Clarkson made the comments as he dipped his toes back into the world of motoring for a...

15 days ago

Two dementia symptoms often mistaken for stress, according to a GP

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Your fridge is your secret weapon to eating healthily – use it wisely

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Expert reveals the one superfood to add to your diet – improves heart health - EXCLUSIVE: Adding this item to your diet could make a huge difference.

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The 10p vegetable that slashes cancer risk by up to 15%

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Pharmacist reveals the most common health worries Brits come in with

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Simple 3am sleep method that helps you nod off fast when you're stressed

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Doctor shares good news for anyone 'stuck on NHS waiting list'

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Lack of green spaces stop Brits from getting active - as top barriers revealed

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Horror as FOURTH contagious flesh-eating cancer discovered - killed 38k animals

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Cyclospora symptoms explained as UKHSA issues alert to travellers -- Dream summer holidays could be devastated by the parasite

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Spider-Man star Tom Holland move sees BBC doctor warn of hidden bites -- Dr Mark Porter warned the bites can do far more than spread Lyme disease

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BBC NHS doctor shares advice over hot weather symptom seen on skin -- The doctor has urged people not to dismiss it

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Neurologist warns to avoid one type of food which can cause 'paralysis' with risk of death

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Brits warned to watch out for key sign of dehydration as heatwave hits

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Heatwave warning over 'common mistake' people make with exercising in hot weather -- You may want to change up your usual exercise routine

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Drivers with anxiety could face £1k fine if they don't tell DVLA

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Don't lose your breakfast – these unlikely creatures might be life-saving superheroes

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DVLA guidance to drivers with ADHD as £1,000 fine risk explained

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NHS says eye symptom could be sign of type 2 diabetes

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Europe holiday hotspots see virus cases surge - there's no vaccine -- The warning covers multiple popular destinations

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NHS confirms double vaccine for older adults aged 65-80 -- The vaccine reduces the risk of falling ill and developing serious health problems.

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Little-known driving symptom could be dementia -- GP has identified some early dementia warning signs that may appear before memory loss

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Don't suffer in silence from this common health condition made worse by hot weather

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Experts confirm 'safe' maximum number of cups of coffee you can drink a day

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Government update to calls to provide free healthcare products for women - More than 19,000 people have signed a petition

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Brits going on planes for summer holidays urged to spend extra £2.60

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'Best' high street sun cream named - 'flew through UVA and SPF tests'

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Doctor warns never sit like this on long flights or risk a life threatening condition

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Women risk 'accidental' side effect from Mounjaro and Wegovy

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Doctor warns five summer foods could be making your hair fall out without you realising

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Dentist issues warning to Brits brushing their teeth with tap water on holiday

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Pharmacists warn Labour's meningitis vaccine roll-out 'riddled with problems' -- Independent pharmacists say they have not been given the vaccines they need to protect young...

23 days ago

Young people told 'never ignore' these toilet symptoms amid rise in cancer cases -- In just three decades, the number of under 50s diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK rose by 22%

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Prof Tim Spector says controversial spread could boost brain health -- "I hate it," the expert said

21 days ago

Lidl issues Saturday, July 25 warning of 'overshoot'

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Dr Amir Khan answers 'biggest question' about weight loss jabs

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Heat rash in babies: How to spot the signs and what to do -- Heat rash UK is a common concern during hot weather and can be uncomfortable for babies.

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Brits warned not to have two popular drinks this week as heatwave continues

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Two signs on your feet that could reveal how 'well' your body is working

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5 SELF-CARE TIPS WHICH HARDLY TAKE ANY TIME WILL 'CHANGE YOUR LIFE'

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Symptoms after drinking beer that may mean you need to stop

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NHS issues fresh advice and urges Brits to do one thing this July -- The NHS has shared guidance on X, reminding people to stay safe

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UK ranks worst in Europe for mental health - as one in three affected -- A new report released by AXA shows the UK has the worst mental health in Europe and the third...

25 days ago

'I thought my tiredness was from being a working mum - it was actually cancer' -- Laura discovered she had bowel cancer after being turned away from donating blood

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Cardiologist's '6 months' question she always asks patients with heart issues

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Travellers warned as potentially fatal virus confirmed in nine countries

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Professor settles debate on whether you really swallow spiders in your sleep - A professor has finally answered one of the internet's most common spider questions - and that's...

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Ebola symptoms to watch out for as health worker monitored in London hospital

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I slept with Simba's cooling duvet to keep cool in summer weather - it's now on sale

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Ways to combat dizziness and exhaustion as 'hottest day ever' to bring 41C heat

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Woman told 'hair looks great' and 'nails stronger' at 60 with 64p addition to tea

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UKHSA's school holiday warning as it shares 11am rule

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'I'm a GP — here's how to control your asthma and avoid wheezing'

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Two new cancer drugs on NHS offer 'renewed hope' for patients -- One pill works by blocking proteins that help cancers grow.

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Give more men prostate cancer therapy that treated Jeremy Clarkson, experts say -- A charity has called for wider NHS access to focal therapies.

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Heart risk calculators could also predict chances of cancer — study -- EXCLUSIVE: Researchers found tools used to estimate cardiovascular risk could also be used for...

28 days ago

NHS vaccine rollout branded a 'shambles' as pharmacies report supply problems

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Easy method to get fluffy and creamy scrambled eggs in under 5 minutes

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As Andy Burnham becomes PM my message is clear: It's time to end the dementia crisis -- OPINION - MICHELLE DYSON: New PM must make dealing with the greatest social care challenge of...

26 days ago

Doctors didn't know what caused my dizziness - but pins and needles was early symptom

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Cardiologist reveals 1 superfood to add to your diet - cuts cholesterol

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Expert debunks 5 health myths Brits believe

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'A brain disease killed 5 members of my family — we need £10m to try and cure it'

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Language barriers stopping holidaymakers getting medical help abroad -- Research suggests language barriers are among the biggest hurdles for Brits who fall ill abroad...

29 days ago

Fresh mosquito warning for anyone travelling to 7 regions -- Travellers have been urged to take precautions to protect against diseases spread by mosquitoes

26 days ago

Warning issued to anyone who uses aircon - 'worsened symptoms' -- GPs have issued a warning to people as well as advice on how to combat the issue.

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'I ignored one symptom on holiday – 3 days later I was fighting for life in hospital'

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Gordon Ramsay's scrambled eggs taste better with one added ingredient

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Benefits bill is out of control – battling cancer has shown me what UK must do to fix it - OPINION - ROBERT FISK: It doesn't have to be a simplistic battle between cuts and splashing the...

28 days ago

I thought headache was migraine - days later I was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer

30 days ago

Energy drink health effects as government issues ban in England

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I'm a GP — this simple food swap can help you avoid high cholesterol

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£5 off at Well Pharmacy when you spend £15

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Nutritionist explains difference between cherry and heritage tomatoes – one is healthier

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All teenagers could be given meningitis vaccine following deadly outbreaks

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NHS confirms 'life-saving' test being sent to over 50s in England - 'we are concerned' -- The important tests are being sent to those in England, Scotland, and Wales, with the NHS urging...

1 month ago

Ultra-processed foods 'linked to a quarter of heart disease deaths' -- New research suggests ultra-processed foods could be behind as many as a quarter of...

1 month ago

Tesco makes major announcement on 50,000 free checks for customers at 350 stores -- The supermarket has teamed up with the British Heart Foundation for an important campaign being...

29 days ago

New 'game-changing' dementia drug could stop disease - everything we know

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Dr Amir Khan explains why you feel like you're falling just as you fall asleep

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Major Alzheimer's breakthrough as new drug could stop disease -- The drug, which removes plaques that cause the disease, is believed to enter the central nervous...

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Breakthrough Alzheimer's test may predict brain decline a decade before symptoms

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I'm a nutrition scientist — swap pastries for this recipe to cut heart disease risk

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Holidaymakers told to do 4 things to protect themselves from deadly virus

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Dr Amir Khan says everyone must do these 5 free and easy things every morning

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People urged to double check tiny sign on sunscreen this summer or risk burns -- If you are still using the same sunscreen bottle from three years ago, you need to double check...

1 month ago

Doctor explains exact moments 'pain should not be ignored' -- Many of us get aches and pains, but a doctor has explained at which point you need to get help

1 month ago

Neurologist's supplement warning as he says follow these brain-boosting tips instead -- He shared eight other ways to improve your brain health

1 month ago

Joe Marler hits out at "life-maxxing" trend and backs simple habits for a healthier life

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'I'm a GP — we should all know the signs of this condition affecting 1.5m people'

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Not exercise or puzzles – Dr Amir Khan says 30 minute activity boosts brain power - Dr Amir Khan has shared the brain health and healthy ageing benefits of doing something for just...

1 month ago

Cardiologist shares the symptoms to 'never ignore' during a heatwave

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Breakthrough as new device could help prevent serious illness among dementia patients

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'I'd had cancer 4 times by 21 and now a brain tumour is going to kill me'

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I'm a doctor – this is everything you need to know about testosterone

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Doctor explains real reason freckles get darker in summer

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Very British meal Jude Bellingham loves is full of pre-match fuel

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Your ultimate guide to surviving our hot summers – expert advice you can't ignore -- From insect bites to skin cancer, heat rashes and asthma, here's everything you need to know to...

1 month ago

Channel 4's Dr Rangan Chatterjee says snacking 'not your fault' and shares simple trick -- Snacking isn't your weakness but the relief of hearing it's not your fault can hit hard when you...

1 month ago

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...

1 month ago

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

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

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NHS confirms automatic home cancer tests for older adults -- The home testing kits are free and sent to eligible households automatically.

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

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British Red Cross shares key method to staying cool during heatwave

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NHS flu jab rule change from with new age threshold

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Doctor claims 'most powerful' method stops travel sickness

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When the clocks go back in 2026 and what it means for sleep -- The clocks are soon set to go back, but there are some ways it could affect you that many do not...

1 month 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...

1 month ago

Leg bouncing could be sign of undiagnosed health condition -- A psychiatrist is urging anyone who constantly bounces their legs while sitting still to speak...

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NHS advice to people on warfarin over common breakfast items

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

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Neuroscientist's answer when asked 'what prevents Alzheimer's disease' A Harvard-trained neuroscientist has shared advice on how to reduce the risk of developing...

1 month ago

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

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'I'm super fit and healthy but use weight-loss jabs so I can party'

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Victorian disease kills 2 children and an adult as it rips through the UK

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'European' method to cool your home in heatwave is total game-changer

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Pharmacist's urgent message to anyone taking these 10 medicines during heatwave

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

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Doctor says five summer habits 'make your IBS and bloating worse' -- A public health nutritionist has warned that summer heatwaves can make gut problems like IBS and...

1 month ago

I was diagnosed with cancer - my wife spotted one red flag symptom I'd been ignoring -- Edwin Lambert is one of the first people to try a new targeted radiotherapy for prostate cancer

1 month ago

Heatwave cool down 'hack' is extremely dangerous, experts say -- The third heatwave of the summer may mean people seek out ways to stay cool at any cost

1 month ago

Bad sleepers in the heatwave say 'at last I am sleeping well' thanks to 78p-a-day buy

1 month ago

'My daughter's childhood was ruined by wrong diagnosis — she had 6 cycles of chemo'

1 month 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.

1 month ago

Official July 8 alert for people taking ibuprofen, insulin or furosemide

1 month ago

Exact temperature that makes using a fan dangerous in heatwave

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

People in UK urged to follow 30 minute NHS 'rule' after 10am -- People should remember to do this throughout the summer - not just on scorching hot days - as it...

1 month ago

Gran told 'dial 999' after asking GP and pharmacist for plaster for cut on her finger -- The pharmacist said they 'don't do blood' and the GP said there was no nurse available

1 month 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...

1 month ago