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Daily Express - Health

Two changes in the hair may reflect a higher-than-average cholesterol intake -- Eating higher levels of cholesterol may shorten the health span of hair follicles, research has...

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Four cancer signs that may show up in the toenails and feet - may signal various diseases

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Mum's warning after pink breast milk leads to major diagnosis in final weeks of pregnancy

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Man, 70, discovered he had cancer only after climbing accident - 'In a way, I was lucky'

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Woman, 24, diagnosed with MS after initially told by doctors her symptoms were 'anxiety'

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Fatty liver disease: 3 supplements shown to decrease fat in liver and reverse condition

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Expert recommends hobby that could add 10 years to your lifespan - 'The evidence is here'

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Pharmacies should be 'first point of contact' with NHS to reduce pressure on busy GPs - EXCLUSIVE: Most Britons feel it is easier to seek advice for common ailments at a chemist than...

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Study highlights the foods that could contribute to depression

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'Horrible smell' could help doctors diagnose pancreatic cancer at an early stage

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Sudden myalgia could be a symptom of Marburg virus as WHO confirms more cases

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50-YEAR-OLD WAS HIT WITH DIABETES DIAGNOSIS AFTER TASTE FOR MANY FOODS WAS ALTERED

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High spring pollen count could increase Covid cases, medical testing expert warns

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Dad, 38, dies of sepsis on Mother's Day after noticing a spot on his leg -- Father-of-two has died of sepsis after experiencing signs like a spot on his leg and trouble...

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Two fruits and vegetables that may be 'dangerous' for certain people's blood pressure -- Certain people are advised to limit their intake of tyramine-rich foods when taking medication.

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Man endures 'nightmare' 22-hour A&E wait as patients 'herded together' -- "We were under bright lights all day and all night, with the hard-pressed staff doing their best...

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85 DENTAL PRACTICES TO CLOSE AMID NATIONAL SHORTAGE OF DENTISTS - FULL LIST OF CLOSURES -- Bupa Dental Care has announced plans to cut 85 dental practices across the UK amid an...

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One slice of white bread could contain more salt than McDonald's fries, study finds

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Doctors share 5 longevity foods they eat to stay 'healthy, full and energised' every day

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Getting less than eight hours of sleep a night could raise your visceral fat levels

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High blood pressure connected to cognitive decline and dementia - world-first study

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4 COMMON VITAMIN DEFICIENCIES KNOWN TO INTERFERE WITH HAIR PIGMENTATION AND CAUSE GREYING -- If a vitamin deficiency causes premature hair greying, supplements may be able to slow the...

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Six foods that could be fuelling heart disease - 'Avoid or limit' say cardiologists -- Popular British snacks and foods could be triggering health problems like high blood pressure...

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New test to diagnose 'the most common STI you've probably never heard of' -- Trichomoniasis often goes undiagnosed, but it's a more common sexually transmitted infection...

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Expert recommends supplement to prevent 'disrupted' sleep - lack of vitamin possible cause - Research has found that people living with sleep disorders typically have lower serum vitamin D...

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Anxiety and depression could age you quicker, a new study suggests

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Blood clots: Intake of 'phenol-rich' oil may lower blood clotting risks within 2 hours

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Mushroom hunter infected by killer plant fungus in world-first case baffling doctors

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A 'sharp' pain in two areas of the body could signal bowel cancer, surgeon warns

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The telltale signs that something is 'wrong' with your child, according to a psychologist

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Three types of foods that could slash your risk of premature death, according to research -- Plant-based diets were shown to reduce mortality rates by 16 percent, in a study of more than...

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The yoga positions linked to neurological conditions 'like stroke' - risk of eye damage -- Studies have shown that headstands double intraocular pressure, putting the eyes at risk.

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Public satisfaction with NHS sinks to lowest level ever recorded in damning report -- Satisfaction in NHS has now dropped to the lowest level ever recorded thanks to long waiting...

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UK's smoking hotspots mapped — how many have picked up the habit in your area? -- Residents in one Cambridgeshire district are over eight times more likely to be smokers than...

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Care home costs soar to £46,000 per year thanks to higher energy bills and food costs

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Sir Anthony Hopkins on health battle - 'There was something really wrong with me'

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Brad Pitt says his health condition is a 'mystery' to him - prosopagnosia

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Flu could make you six times more likely to have a heart attack in the week afterwards

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Early signs of Alzheimer's disease may appear in your eyes, 'interesting' study suggests -- Research suggests that your eyes could show markers and signs of Alzheimer's disease before...

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Nutty toast spread shown to improve vascular health and ward off disease - study -- Eating peanut butter and peanuts could improve vascular health in young and healthy people.

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'Healthy' woman, 35, felt like she was being 'choked' due to blood clots in her lungs -- Medics dismissed her initial symptoms as anxiety as she was feeling stressed at the time.

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US scientists divulge five sleeping habits to help adds years to your life - new study - Those who adhere to all five habits may have a significantly lower risk of dying for any reason,...

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The four tell-tale signs when walking that could signal a vitamin B12 deficiency

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Hair loss could be a sign of hay fever - doctor sheds light on lesser-known symptoms

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Cases of deadly Victorian disease on the rise - experts warn of 'public health issue'

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Mum shares 'brilliant' remedy that relieved son's life-long eczema within 20 minutes

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SIX TIMES MORE LIKELY TO HAVE HEART ATTACKS THE WEEK AFTER BEING DIAGNOSED WITH FLU

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New study finds two risk factors that boost the odds of osteoarthritis by 115%

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Three major conditions known to cause eye floaters - 'Can be symptom of an emergency' -- Floaters that appear alongside other visual changes warrant immediate medical care.

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New drug combination shows increased survival rates among prostate cancer patients -- Adding a certain hormone therapy to other treatments was shown to raise survival rates from...

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Three eye colours may be risk factors for developing cancer - what science has shown -- A study last year found higher rates of skin cancer among individuals with lighter eye colours.

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Parents warned not to 'hoard' Calpol, Lemsip and Gaviscon as shortages hit

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Woman, 70, diagnosed with brain tumour after experiencing forgetfulness and dizzy spells

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'Assisted dying ban denied my husband and mother the right to a good death' -- EXCLUSIVE: Zoe Hyatt-Marley urged the Commons Health and Social Care Committee to listen to...

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Expert highlights 11 early signs of dementia to spot in family or friends

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Chiropractor shares top five mistakes office workers make that leads to back pain

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Covid spring booster to be available for at-risk groups - side effects

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Top young scientist has 'months to live' after shock heart cancer diagnosis

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Emotional wellbeing 'as important' as physical health for preventing heart disease -- Lowering stress levels could in turn decrease blood pressure - a major contributing factor for...

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82% OF PATIENTS WITH LIVER SCARRING EXPERIENCE PAIN - THE THREE BODY PARTS OFTEN AFFECTED -- An enlarged liver can throw the body into an inflammatory state, causing different types of pain.

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How to live longer: Reducing fat in certain areas of the body may cut risk of 13 cancers

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Three warning signs of anal cancer that can appear on the toilet - 'See a GP'

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Young woman thought she had a pinched nerve when it was a sign of multiple sclerosis

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Listening to your favourite song could make medicines more effective, new study finds - A new study suggests that pleasant music could boost the efficacy of your medication.

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Pharmacist shares tips to relieve norovirus as UK case rates 77% higher than usual

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Three healthy foods that may cause an acid build-up in the joints - potential gout trigger

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Popular supplement combination shown to relieve arthritis pain in almost 80% of cases

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Your eye colour may determine your risk of health problems further down the line - study

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Covid infection during pregnancy may raise risk of autism in baby boys, says study

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Family claims doctors made scan error before tragic nurse's cancer death

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Drug to combat hospital 'superbugs' is on the horizon thanks to new research -- It is the first discovery of its kind in more than 30 years.

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Woman, 18, thought she had pulled a muscle - turned out to be dangerous blood clots -- Doctors dismissed her symptoms as sciatica, which is a pain, weakness or numbing in the leg.

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Expert calls for vitamin B test on dementia patients -- EXCLUSIVE: A new meta-analysis of 14 studies found those aged 60-70 who were supplemented with a...

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Expert shares the best and worst breads to eat if you have type 2 diabetes

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Doctor shares six ways to reduce bowel cancer risk - 54% of cases 'preventable'

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Student nurse turned blue and vomited blood due to sepsis which almost killed her -- She is now in need of a kidney transplant, with around 400 people coming forward to be tested...

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Study reveals which booster offers 'better protection' against Covid infection and death

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Sleep deprivation could increase risk of tooth loss - orthodontist's advice

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'Cheap and simple': 'Anti-cancer' turmeric could help boost longevity, doctor shares

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'Holy Grail' health test to ID cancer a YEAR before tumours grow

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'Sundowning' can cause increased agitation in people with dementia as the clocks change -- The phenomenon can cause people with dementia to feel like they are in the wrong place or have...

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Add certain green vegetable to meals to protect against vision loss - expert -- Leeks are full of antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin which are known to aid eyesight.

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Warning of rise in potentially fatal 'flesh-eating' infection due to climate change -- Around one in five people infected by the bacteria die, with many others requiring limb...

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Certain dietary mineral shown to lower risk of dementia in new study - best foods to eat

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Dad's cancer symptoms misdiagnosed as acid reflux and depression - lymphoma signs to spot

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Expert advice on how to tell the difference between dry skin and eczema - GP Dr Alexandra Phelan revealed the simplest way to tell the difference between dry skin and...

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Andrew Lloyd Webber's son sadly loses his battle against cancer - early signs of disease

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Sir Tommy Steele's incurable condition that lingers on from childhood - porphyria

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Do you hold in your sneezes? Expert warns of 3 reasons the habit could prove 'dangerous'

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Clocks springing forward associated with 'troubling' health risks - expert advice

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Haematochezia is 'the most common' symptom of rectal cancer that can be seen on loo roll

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British man dies of listeria after eating soft cheese as urgent recall issued

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Colon cancer rates increasing at alarming speed in young adults - two signs not to ignore -- Sedentary behaviour, smoking and alcohol abuse may be responsible for the increasing numbers.

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New survey reveals reason Britons do not make simple changes to boost their health -- The biggest barrier to diet and lifestyle changes for greater health is putting it off until...

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Woman's gruelling battle with killer infection tuberculosis -- "I was in a real mess and I thought I was going to die."

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Dietitian says 'best weapon' for longevity is eating 30 different plant foods per week

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'Doctors told me my son had food poisoning - months later he died of cancer'

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Clock change warning: A disrupted circadian rhythm may contribute to cancer and stroke -- Tumour development and cardiovascular events are just some of the ailments associated with...

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Scientists 'surprised' at 'robust' evidence that living on a busy road could be deadly

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'New dawn' for dementia research will transform diagnosis and treatment in 10 years

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Complete 'at least' a 30 minute walk daily to slash heart disease risk - expert advice

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Two signs around the eyes that may signal a 'life-threatening' blood clot in the sinuses

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Dragon's Den businessman found dead at home had penned loving note -- Drew Cockton, 36, was the founder of the North West LGBTQ+ Business Awards

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Alzheimer's and Parkinson's could be halted by a protein that helps hedgehogs hibernate

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'It sounds worrying': Dr Zoe says about hormonal contraception and cancer link - new study -- Dr Zoe Williams discussed the cancer risk of taking hormonal contraception most recently discovered.

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Distressed mum Googled symptoms before doctor told her devastating news

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Is it okay to brush your teeth in the shower? Expert weighs in on the risks involved

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'I woke up one day and I wasn't able to wee... two years of hell' - Fowler's syndrome - Elle Adams woke up one morning to discover that she could no longer pee.

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How to live longer: Snacking on seeds could promote healthy ageing and heart health

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Hair loss could be caused by omega-3 deficiency - best fish to eat

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TikTok star who was 'gorgeous inside and out' dies after brave cancer battle

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'Simple test' you can do while walking may foretell 'accelerated' brain ageing warns study

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Type 2 diabetes risk raised by being 'addicted' to food, study finds

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Porsche tycoon says dementia caused 'personality changes' in his wife - symptoms explained

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RAF veteran bedridden with motor neurone disease - early warning signs -- An Afghanistan war veteran received the "devastating" diagnosis of motor neurone disease.

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Young man sent straight to A&E after complaining of headaches -- Kieran suffered from painful headaches, and painkillers like paracetamol and Sudafed didn't help...

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'Smoothies' are recommended by an eye doctor to slow down the progression of bad eyesight -- Eye specialist Mr Shafiq Rehman spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk about drinks that have an...

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How to tackle high blood pressure

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Fight cancer now! 80,000 demand diagnosis and treatment is top priority

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Fifth of hospitals forced to cancel ops during heatwave -- The researchers surveyed surgeons, anaesthetists and critical care doctors working in the July...

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Man who thought he was short for his age grows 18 inches after doctors remove brain tumour

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Three medications shown to interact 'strongly' with herbal supplements - warning

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Being unable to distinguish between the past and present could signal dementia

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How babies suck on their bottles could predict future obesity risk, study finds

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Urine colouring could be a warning sign of late-stage fatty liver disease -- In extreme cases of fatty liver disease it can progress to liver failure and even death.

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Dehydration may be as bad 'as smoking' for veins - how much water you need to avoid stroke -- Dehydrated stroke patients may have a fourfold higher risk of deleterious health outcomes,...

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Eight fruits that could help lower cholesterol levels - full of soluble fibre -- If left untreated, high cholesterol levels can result in serious complications such as heart...

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Red wine has a 'surprising' amount of antioxidants that could help 'burn' visceral fat

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How to live longer: Compound in two fruits may activate 'longevity' gene within 'hours'

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Just one extra cup of coffee a day can lower risk of type 2 diabetes by 6% - new study - Filtered or espresso coffee was found to have the "strongest" benefit compared to other types of...

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Taking paracetamol and ibuprofen for a bad back might do more harm than good - research

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'Cut down': Popular sandwich ingredients like cheese could 'increase' your blood pressure

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Over half of Brits suffer daily pain from physical condition - but don't tell others

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Tennis legend Martina Navratilova is 'cancer-free' after three brutal tumours

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A handful of nuts could reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease by 25%, study suggests

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More terminally ill people to get fast-tracked benefits following Express campaign

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Britain's shame as our GPs come bottom for time spent with patients -- A report suggests GPs in the UK see fewer patients face-to-face than those in any other country.

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Craving a takeaway could be a sign you are sleep deprived - expert -- Not getting enough sleep could also lead to weight gain due to a change in hunger-regulating...

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White patches on the tongue and mouth could signal oral thrush - expert -- Wiping the white patches away can leave red spots that bleed.

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Cancer cases could soar to nearly half a million a year, analysis warns

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Two supplements that can prevent advanced age-related macular degeneration by 25 percent

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Doctor recommends six food groups that could help reduce risk of heart disease by 25% -- From whole grains to nuts, certain dietary choices could ward off conditions that can lay the...

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Expert shares 'subtle' symptom of bowel cancer that could mean you are bleeding internally

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Electronic 'tattoo' that detects stress and excitement could help treat anxiety

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Baby's mystery bruises and flu-like symptoms revealed to be leukaemia

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Eating a handful of almonds before meals can 'significantly' lower blood sugar

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Grapes shown to add five years to human life in 'truly remarkable' finding -- Research suggests that grapes could improve fatty liver disease, aid the brain and boost your...

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New approach could identify pancreatic cancer before it develops and spreads -- The biomarker-based approach could spot pancreatic cancer before it forms and consequently...

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'Urgent threat': Study reports dramatic increase in highly contagious fungal infection -- The cases of a fungal infection, which could cause severe, invasive infections with high...

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Brittle nails and dry skin could signal an omega-3 deficiency - risk of heart disease

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Four 'hormone healing' herbs and spices to help reduce visceral fat

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Processed foods could set off painful gout attacks in 'minutes' - what to avoid or limit - High fructose corn syrup found in various processed foods could increase the levels of uric acid...

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College student's leg turned purple and swollen due to dangerous blood clot

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Dr Mosley shares writing could help boost your immune system - it's 'free, fast, easy'

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Cut back on smoked and processed meat to lower blood pressure, says health body

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Girl diagnosed with inoperable brain tumour after suffering double vision and migraines

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Pain that stops within a few minutes could be the 'first' symptom of cholesterol build-up

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Mum whose son died inhaling laughing gas urges for end to madness

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Garlic could cause 'significant' improvements in fatty liver disease in 'weeks' -- Including garlic in your diet could help mitigate fatty liver disease, according to research.

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551 people lose sight since 2019 in NHS appointment backlog -- Hundreds suffer sight loss due to NHS backlog.

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Getting too little sleep could raise the risk of clogged arteries by 74%, study warns -- A lack of sleep could nearly double your risk of peripheral artery disease, according to new...

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Cancer vaccine is 'no-brainer' for little Arianna's family but they can't get it in the UK

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Warning signs of a stroke you may not know - 'other signs and symptoms'

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Craving sweet foods could be an early warning sign of dementia - symptoms -- When dementia affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, there can be distinctive...

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Statin users at risk of 'cardiovascular disease' if they only take the medication

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An afternoon nap is shown to boost memory, mood and alertness - new research

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Gary Glitter's £15k knee op on the NHS - while Britons wait months for same surgery

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Green tea proven to 'significantly' decrease visceral fat without other dietary changes

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Signs of autism in women as Christine McGuinness highlights gender gap in early diagnosis -- From mimicking others to working extra hard to fit in, signs of autism in women may be more subtle.

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Cancer breakthrough for thousands as test could tell if blood cancer medicine will work -- Performed under local anaesthetic, the gene test could help identify patients with myeloma that...

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Blend of nine herbs could offer 'significantly greater' reductions in blood sugar - study -- Packed with natural ingredients like turmeric, the supplement has shown promising blood sugar...

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'Anti-inflammatory' citrus fruits could strengthen blood vessels and 'prevent' blood clots

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Expert shares the best and 'worst' cheeses for your cholesterol levels

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Actress Whoopi Goldberg felt 'under the weather' - 'It got me' Actress Whoopi Goldberg has been part of a scandal lately, on the same TV show that she needed a...

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Gum disease could raise your risk of erectile dysfunction, warns pharmacist

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Low vitamin B12 levels may progressively affect the fingernails - the telltale sign

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'I was in complete shock': Woman hit with cancer diagnosis after spotting 'dark' stool

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'I beat cancer for miracle twins' says brave lecturer who marks her first Mothers Day

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Your mattress might be keeping you from a deep and peaceful slumber - warning signs

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Type 2 diabetics at risk of eye-damaging glaucoma - symptoms

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Woman 'devastated' the contraceptive coil prevented her from having children at all -- All Jayne Huddleston and her husband, David, wanted was to have a baby together, but their hopes...

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The facts about Jurassic Park star Sam Neill's non-Hodgkin lymphoma - symptoms -- Jurassic Park legend Sir Sam Neill was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma - a type of cancer.

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Dr Mosley says turmeric could 'relieve' pain - how to activate its 'impressive' powers -- Research suggests that the potent ingredient in turmeric could help ease arthritis and acute...

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Scientist whose friend died at 13 from bone cancer makes huge breakthrough against disease

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Did Britain go too far with Covid lockdown? Experts on damage three years on

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Four tell-tale signs of steatorrhea that could signal pancreatic cancer - 'See your GP' -- Despite its reluctance to show early warning signs, pancreatic cancer can trigger changes in...

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Study suggests 'widely available' foods with plant stanols could lower cholesterol by 35%

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Nutritionist warns against mixing antibiotics, statins and antidepressants with some foods

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Five 'early-stage' symptoms of dementia that appear in daily life - 'Talk to a GP'

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Charity finds kind-hearted donors for 2,000 vital stem cell transplants

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Grandad gets childhood jabs aged 62 after stem cell transplant to cure blood disorder -- EXCLUSIVE: Colin Baker has been compared to Benjamin Button - after the Brad Pitt film about a...

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German chamomile, rosehip and spearmint tea could cut risk of Alzheimer's disease -- Three herbal teas, including German chamomile, could help boost your memory, according to an expert.

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'Unusual cough' could be a sign of a cancerous lung tumour the size of a cherry tomato -- Ric Myers spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk about his scary cancer diagnosis.

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Shirley MacLaine's approach to life has her living well in older age

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'Persistent' bloating is the most common sign of a 'silent killer' cancer

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