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 coroner...
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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...
Doctor explains three methods for lowering blood pressure ‘within minutes’
Many people get their blood pressure tested at their local GP surgery as part of general health checks. But there...
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).Great...
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...
Experts warn against using ‘dangerous Ozempic hacks’ for slashing Christmas weight
A health expert has warned that using the weight loss drug Ozempic to lose weight gained over Christmas is “ill-advised”.In...
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 weeks...
Dementia symptoms include seven behavioural changes – what to look for
Dementia is a syndrome, which is a group of symptoms, related to the progressive decline of the brain. Most common...
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.Those...
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...
The pretty little city that gets more sunshine than anywhere else in Europe | World | News
Living in the UK it can sometimes feel impossible to have any contact with sunshine over the winter months. Fewer...
‘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...
Dysphagia red flag sign of killer cancer that can appear when eating
Oesophageal cancer is one of more than 200 types of cancer that can affect the human body. In the UK...
James Martin’s horrific ‘heart attack’ experience forced him to reassess his health
British chef James Martin presented Saturday Kitchen for 10 years, from 2006 to 2016. Then a startling incident occurred, which...
Doctor shares Brussels sprouts could protect against cancer
Whether you love them or hate them, Brussels sprouts could offer more than their characteristic bitter taste. A doctor has...
‘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...
Best cheese to lower cholesterol, according to study
Whether you enjoy yours as a part of a cheeseboard or melted in a baking dish, cheese is undoubtedly a...
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 daily...
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 colder...
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 August...
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 looking...
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...
Best supplements to take for indigestion during the festive period
Indigestion can be triggered by various factors, including alcohol, caffeine and processed snacks (Image: GETTY)But certain supplements could help you...
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...
Heart disease symptoms could include swollen ankles – what to look for
The heart is one of our vital organs, which is needed to pump blood around the body. Therefore, any issues...
New Covid variant ‘evading immune systems’ warns CDC
Covid subvariant JN.1 is the fastest growing strain in America and it's "better at evading immune systems" than its predecessors,...
Personal trainer reveals the easy 3-minute workout to blast your bingo wings
People are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of keeping the body physically active as you go into older age...
CDC sounds major alarm as new ‘highly contagious’ Covid variant spreads
A new Covid variant is spreading fast in the US, and it’s “highly contagious”, a doctor who specialises in infectious...
Cardiologist shares five things she would never do when it comes to heart health
The heart is one of our vital organs, needed to pump blood around the body. If there is any kind...
