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Daily Express - Health

'I'm a doctor and this is why you shouldn't bring your phone when you go to the toilet' -- "Sitting on the toilet for too long can have negative effects on your health, even if it seems...

7 hours ago

Mobile dental unit to bring vital care to those in need across the UK

6 hours ago

Yoghurt will 'have more protein, calcium, vitamins' if you do 1 thing before eating

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9 NATURAL WAYS TO LOWER HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE WITHOUT MEDICINE

1 day ago

Dementia warning as four common habits could be putting you at risk

1 day ago

Not niacinimide or retinol – avoid buying 1 skincare product online

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Woman says 50p-a-day drops beat '3pm slump' and left her with 'less fatigue'

2 days ago

Nearly three-quarters of Gen Z are regularly waking up grumpy and irritable

2 days ago

Nine foods to cut out of your diet to slash diabetes risk

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NHS to send important message to millions of Britons from Tuesday - Millions of people will be sent invitations from today via the NHS app, text message, email or...

6 hours ago

Health minister issues update on changes to qualifying rules for free NHS prescriptions

2 days ago

Dr Amir Khan reveals 5 everyday things which can raise your blood pressure

2 days ago

Children's charity handed £86k donation at Dutch Grand Prix

3 days ago

UK pharmacies stock new pill for 2 common conditions – from today

3 days ago

Woman, 42, has nine organs removed after endometriosis turns out to be cancer

3 days ago

Mum's anguish as son's body parts removed without her consent - 'completely devastated' -- Andrea Mauk was on holiday in Costa Rica when she received the devastating news that her son had...

3 days ago

'I was left in constant state of arousal after paying £1,000 for women's retreat' -- A new sexual wellness and empowerment trend is taking a hold as one Wiltshire retreat is...

7 hours ago

Government urged to prioritise sun safety as NHS spends £2m daily on skin cancer -- EXCLUSIVE: Jessica Zbinden-Webster fought her way back from skin cancer and is now fighting to...

4 days ago

Common breakfast mistake means you're hungry again by 11am -- If you find yourself searching for the snack cupboard before lunchtime, you're doing something wrong

1 day ago

UK households issued false widow spider advice as bites on the rise

4 days ago

Major UK charity issues warning to men - 'speak to your GP'

4 days ago

UK households urged by doctor to make 1 change by September as children go back to school

5 days ago

Fred Bennett's story highlights the importance of recognising childhood cancer symptoms

5 days ago

Nutritionist's 30-second breakfast check ensures you're 'full until lunchtime' -- A simple 30-second check before your first bite could help keep hunger at bay and leave you...

5 days ago

Brits stop exercising after 33 days – but skipping rest days could be why -- Nearly four in ten people abandon their fitness goals within 30 days of starting them, with...

6 days ago

Salmonella warning over how we 'handle eggs' amid UK outbreak concerns -- EXCLUSIVE: With reports of over 200 salmonella cases reported in the UK so far, a hygiene expert...

7 days ago

Menopausal woman has 'spring in her step' since using 'godsend oil' to curb dryness - Menopausal women has 'spring in her step' thanks to 'godsend no more burning product'

4 days ago

'My fiancé passed out after heatwave gym session - then the true nightmare started'

7 days ago

Brits urged not to 'ignore' wearable tech health alerts which could be 'serious issue'

7 days ago

TV doctor urges Burnham to tackle 'national crisis' over UK life expectancy gap

7 days ago

Mrs Brown's Boys' Brendan O'Carroll's health woes - heart attack fears to urgent surgery

8 days ago

Legal rights if builders constantly play music too loud while working at neighbour's house

9 days ago

Mum loses 11 stone with one at-home wall workout using 'game changer' app -- There's now a way for savvy shoppers to get 80% off the Simple app, which users say is 'amazing'...

4 days ago

I'm a GP — these 6 simple steps can improve your gut health -- Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains why looking after your gut can have...

9 days ago

'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.

10 days ago

Common high blood pressure symptom affecting millions and how to stop it -- High blood pressure affects a huge number of adults across the UK, and it has one common warning...

10 days ago

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

10 days ago

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

11 days ago

Prostate cancer test rules under fire after letter update

11 days ago

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

11 days ago

Doctor warns 'call 999' for three symptoms after a heartbreak -- The expert warned people might dismiss urgent symptoms as 'emotional pain'

7 days ago

ZOE lists 46 foods in season this August - and the simple reason to eat them -- Seasonal produce often travels less, needs less storage and packaging, and is picked closer to...

7 days ago

DWP confirms 4 chronic pain conditions eligible for £778-a-month payment - full list -- The four conditions can severely limit a person's ability to move around.

7 days ago

Simple dinner time habit could help 'prevent diabetes'

11 days ago

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

11 days ago

Doctor warns common habit ruins people's blood pressure - The leading doctor revealed the night-time habits that can have a negative impact on blood pressure.

11 days ago

Pharmacist issues hair loss warning over 2 common summer mistakes

12 days ago

The horrifying eye condition being linked to weight loss jabs

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

Wear item on feet to sleep better in heatwave, Dr Amir Khan suggests

13 days ago

NHS eyesight advice and exactly when to seek help from 111 or optician

13 days ago

The simple 'life saving' daily habit than can slash your risk of heart problems

14 days ago

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

14 days ago

The 20-minute health check that slashes your risk of dying early by 32% -- A study suggests this health MOT could help you live longer.

11 days ago

NHS confirms vaccine rollout for older adults in England from October -- The rollout will target when respiratory viruses reach their peak.

11 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

15 days ago

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...

11 days ago

'I'm a GP — follow these steps to prevent frailty in old age'

15 days ago

Doctor settles debate on whether it's safe to eat cheese with mould on

15 days ago

Richard Hammond shares Jeremy Clarkson health update after revealing 'irritating' problem

16 days ago

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

16 days ago

Donald Trump 'barely able to walk' in 'disturbing' photos as health fears soar -- Images of the US President playing golf circulated on social media over the weekend, prompting...

12 days ago

UK scientist reveals how heatstroke can kill days after your body's cooled down -- Heatstroke can feel over once you've cooled down, but the real danger is the silent immune...

13 days ago

'I had a double transplant at 21 — now I'm training to be a transplant surgeon' -- EXCLUSIVE: Andy Prigg, 23, won gold at the British Transplant Games on Friday.

13 days ago

Warning issued to anyone with multiple repeat prescriptions

16 days ago

Berry 'proven' to slash blood pressure and make arteries '10 years younger'

16 days ago

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

15 days ago

Dad's 'ear infection' turned out to be 'rare' skull tumour

17 days ago

'Licence revoked' with mandatory eye tests for over-70s under new Andy Burnham plan

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

The landmark UK drug trial that could revolutionise cancer treatment

17 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

18 days ago

'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.

16 days ago

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.

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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...

16 days ago

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

20 days ago

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

20 days ago

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

21 days ago

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

21 days ago

ANALYSIS - I'm a doctor – here are 5 key questions people have about weight loss pills - ANALYSIS - DR ANJU VERMA: These are the five most asked questions at Boots

21 days ago

New study finds Mounjaro 'slashes heart attack risk' in some users -- A new study published in The BMJ has given its findings

21 days ago

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.

17 days ago

Major NHS change is 'biggest redesign of mental health services in a generation'

21 days ago

Urgent warning issued to anyone taking common blood pressure medication

22 days ago

NHS urges one million people to act before the end of this year - Ashleigh Tucker, 26, is backing an appeal for more people to register as organ donors.

20 days ago

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

22 days ago

DWP lists mental health conditions likely to qualify for £748 a month

22 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

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

23 days ago

'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',...

24 days ago

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...

24 days ago

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...

25 days ago

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

25 days ago

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

25 days ago

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.

21 days ago

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

25 days ago

Pharmacist reveals the most common health worries Brits come in with

26 days ago

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

26 days ago

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

27 days ago

Lack of green spaces stop Brits from getting active - as top barriers revealed -- A new poll has revealed the greatest barriers to getting active - as 19% feel there just aren't...

27 days ago

Horror as FOURTH contagious flesh-eating cancer discovered - killed 38k animals -- EXCLUSIVE: Over a dozen transmissible events have now been recorded, with scientists racing to...

27 days ago

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

27 days ago

Spider-Man star Tom Holland move sees BBC doctor warn of hidden bites

27 days ago

BBC NHS doctor shares advice over hot weather symptom seen on skin

28 days ago

Neurologist warns to avoid one type of food which can cause 'paralysis' with risk of death - The common food is something that many of us will have in our kitchen cupboard - under certain...

26 days ago

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

28 days ago

Heatwave warning over 'common mistake' people make with exercising in hot weather

29 days ago

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

29 days ago

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

30 days ago

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

30 days ago

NHS says eye symptom could be sign of type 2 diabetes

30 days ago

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

1 month ago

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

27 days ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Women risk 'accidental' side effect from Mounjaro and Wegovy

1 month ago

Doctor warns five summer foods could be making your hair fall out without you realising -- A hair restoration expert is warning that some seasonal favourites could be quietly affecting...

1 month ago

Dentist issues warning to Brits brushing their teeth with tap water on holiday -- Experts are warning Brits that the danger isn't just from drinking the tap water.

1 month ago

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...

1 month ago

Young people told 'never ignore' these toilet symptoms amid rise in cancer cases

1 month ago

Prof Tim Spector says controversial spread could boost brain health

1 month ago

Lidl issues Saturday, July 25 warning of 'overshoot' An alert has been issued by Supermarket chain Lidl

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Heat rash in babies: How to spot the signs and what to do

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Symptoms after drinking beer that may mean you need to stop

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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...

1 month 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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Travellers warned as potentially fatal virus confirmed in nine countries

1 month ago

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...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

UKHSA's school holiday warning as it shares 11am rule -- The Met Office is predicting the summer holidays this year will be warmer than usual

1 month ago

'I'm a GP — here's how to control your asthma and avoid wheezing' -- EXCLUSIVE: Express health columnist Dr Azeem Majeed explains how to manage asthma and when to...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Give more men prostate cancer therapy that treated Jeremy Clarkson, experts say

1 month ago

Heart risk calculators could also predict chances of cancer — study

1 month ago

NHS vaccine rollout branded a 'shambles' as pharmacies report supply problems - EXCLUSIVE: A survey found only one in three pharmacies had sufficient stock.

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

As Andy Burnham becomes PM my message is clear: It's time to end the dementia crisis

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Expert debunks 5 health myths Brits believe

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month 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.

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

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...

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

Energy drink health effects as government issues ban in England

1 month ago

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

1 month ago

£5 off at Well Pharmacy when you spend £15

1 month ago