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‘I’m a lung doctor – here’s a warning sign of lung cancer most people don’t know about’

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Most cases are associated with smoking, but not all of

Covid jab could prevent deadly Nipah virus that kills 75% of cases

Scientists believe the coronavirus vaccine could help prevent the deadly Nipah virus. The University of Oxford experts are trying to

Seven symptoms of appendiceal cancer that are ‘very noticeable’

Cancer is a deadly disease that occurs when abnormal cells in the body divide and grow in an uncontrollable way.

Experts urge defibrillator awareness due to low cardiac arrest survival rates

Health campaigners have called for greater awareness of defibrillators after a shocking report into cardiac arrest survival rates. Just 7.8%

‘I’m a neuroscientist – avoid these two drinks or risk Alzheimer’s disease’

Understanding the risk factors that precipitate brain decline raises hopes of thwarting it earlier on. Worryingly, your lifestyle choices could

Sign when burping that could be red flag for bowel cancer

Bowel cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK. Typical symptoms affect bowel movements, for

‘My son died age five at school from allergic reaction – teachers are set up to fail’

Schools are being “set up to fail” due to a lack of adequate allergy policies to keep pupils safe, says

Mum lost almost 8 stone with simple diet change – ‘I feel better than ever’

An inspirational mum-of-four who lost a staggering amount of weight has shared her diet and exercise routine to achieve her

Millions are suffering from serious health conditions in silence

Researchers found that potentially millions of people are suffering in silence to avoid contributing to the health system backlog. One

Heart disease symptoms include five signs on your feet

Worldwide, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death, responsible for nearly 18 million fatalities annually. This includes conditions that

Lawyer dies after taking sedatives bought from illicit websites, inquest hears

Assistant Coroner Ian Potter has now written to the Culture Secretary about the dangers of the sites (Image: Getty) A

Six diet changes that could help you live up to 13 years longer – doctor advice

Alongside exercising, not smoking and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you drink, health experts say one way to

The simple diet change you can make that drastically cuts your heart attack risk

Researchers found dining after 9pm was associated with a 28% risk of cerebrovascular disease, such as a stroke, compared with

Pancreatic cancer symptoms include these five telltale signs

The pancreas is an organ found in the abdomen, just behind the stomach. Its main functions are to help with

‘Military’ sleep hack lets you nod off in two minutes – and it’s ‘mind-blowing’

For those who toss and turn at night, how to get to sleep is a truly prescient question. Getting the

Three weight loss supplements you’ve probably never heard of

Christmas is the time of year that we are most likely to pile on a few pounds. While gaining a

Covid live: JN.1 variant could trigger global ‘heart failure pandemic’

The latest government data revealed the Covid case rate in all local authorities in England and Wales (rate per 100,000).

Family’s hope in US vaccine for little girl with rare cancer

The family of a little girl with a rare cancer are pinning their hopes on a vaccine in the US

The surprising food that could improve your sleep, according to sleep charity

While fruit is usually a no-go for dinner thanks to its high content of fructose, there might be an exception

E.coli: teen lucky to survive Christmas market visit

A teenager struck down by E.coli after visiting a Christmas market is “lucky to be alive”. Antonia Hay spent two

Dr Nighat recommends ‘the number one key to living longer’ – not exercise or diet related

Dr Nighat Arif has revealed “the number one” predictor of health and longevity. Contrary to popular opinion, it’s not diet

Revolutionary winter virus jab for babies could cut hospital admissions by 80%

A winter virus jab for babies could ease the burden on the NHS, scientists have said, after a large clinical

Alzheimer’s disease could be ‘staved off’ by walking 4,000 steps a day: expert

Exercise boosts the parts of the brain important for memory and learning, explaining why a workout can stave off dementia.

Christmas alcohol warning over deadly disease that has ‘no early symptoms’

Popping open the fizz, sipping on a cold glass of Baileys, or raising a glass of wine could lead to

Red flag sign when you go to the toilet could be symptom of silent killer

Blood clots are tiny clumps of blood that form a gel-like substance. A certain amount of blood clotting in our

‘I’m a doctor – here’s the red flag cancer sign that can appear at Christmas dinner’

Between platters of finger food and boxes of Quality Street, your appetite might not be quite ready for another dose

‘I’m a doctor – this is the health problem that could be behind your wine headaches’

Full-bodied, decadent red wine is a popular pairing for the Christmas dinner. While many are partial to a few glasses

Dementia warning sign that you can spot in your hands as range of symptoms laid bare

An early warning sign of dementia can be spotted by looking at your hands – as they may begin to

Heart disease could be prevented by eating these six berries

Heart and circulatory disease is one of the biggest causes of death in the UK, accounting for around a quarter

‘I’m a GP – here are six symptoms of diabetes to identify early’

There are two main types of diabetes – type 1 diabetes is where your body doesn’t produce insulin. There is

Doctor shares six signs of dementia you can look out for at social gatherings

Dementia is not a specific disease, but a general term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking

A mother tells how her ‘malnourished’ children have been transformed by Mary’s Meals

Faulkner: “Already, readers have given nearly £14,000 from all corners of the UK.” (Image: Jessica Faulkner ) By serving a

The symptoms to watch out for as three Christmas illnesses batter UK

Experts warn three illnesses are circulating around the UK in the run up to Christmas. With the weather taking a

Toddler diagnosed with deadly brain tumour after being ‘tired and grouchy’

A one-year-old was diagnosed with a potentially fatal brain tumour after her mum said she was “tired and grouchy”. In

Bake Off desserts are a recipe for success when it comes to health benefits

Christmas desserts from The Great British Bake-Off are much healthier than expected, according to a new study. If you are

Top gut health tips recommended by experts to avoid stomach issues this Christmas

The holiday season can tempt people to veer away from their usual eating routines as most seek to indulge in

New mothers in England to be offered mental health checks”

Women are invited for a GP check-up six to eight weeks after giving birth to make sure they are recovering

Festive fatigue will start to kick in from today (December 19), research finds

Today is the day that festive fatigue first kicks in – as parties, lunches, and shopping trips take their toll.

Universal access to NHS dentistry ‘likely gone for good’ as millions struggle

The decades-long decay of NHS dentistry means universal care is “likely gone for good”, a damning report warns. An exodus

Beat the holiday blues using these tips as Christmas approaches

The Christmas period can potentially trigger depression for various reasons, such as being unable to reunite with family, facing financial