Bake Off desserts are a recipe for success when it comes to health benefits
admin Christmas desserts from The Great British Bake-Off are much healthier than expected, according to a new study. If…
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Brussels sprouts could protect you against osteoporosis
While it’s not everyone’s favourite vegetable, Brussels sprouts are a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.…
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…
The Brits pulling out their own teeth because they can’t get an NHS dentist
People are pulling their own teeth out (Image: SWNS) Figures released yesterday by Labour found 54% of surgeries…
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.…
‘I’m a doctor – here’s the one thing you can do to live longer’
Hormonal imbalances can leave you feeling low energy and low mood (Image: Getty Images) How long we live…
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…
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…
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…
Heart attack symptoms could include jaw pain
The symptoms we experience when suffering from an illness or medical condition are often linked to the affected…
Family beg health chiefs ‘save our baby’ as they claim medicine is expensive
The seven-month-old baby’s family are pleading for health chiefs to reverse draft guidance that said the wonder drugs…
New Covid strain JN.1 could be ‘more severe’ and take ‘longer’ to recover from, GP warns
People infected with a certain strain of Covid could “take longer to recover” a GP has warned. The…
Rishi Sunak tells striking docs ‘do the right thing’, as NHS waiting list falls
Some 6.44 million patients were waiting for 7.71 appointments or procedures in October, down from 6.50m waiting for…
‘I’m a doctor – start with this supplement to lower cholesterol’
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that can build up in the blood if a person eats fatty food,…
The time you wake up in the morning could increase your risk of dementia
During the winter many of us are guilty of spending a little more time in bed where possible.…
Three cholesterol lowering supplements to have on your radar
High cholesterol is when you have too much cholesterol, a fatty substance, in your blood, and left untreated,…
Breakthrough study finds exercise slashes risk of breast cancer
A breakthrough study has found that women who do more exercise are less likely to develop breast cancer…
‘I’m a PT – these three proven steps can help you get rid of your love handles’
Love handles, also known as flanks and muffin tops, are a common area of fat accumulation around the…
Poor people are 70% more likely to die from cancer
The risk was highest in northern cities such as Liverpool, Manchester, Hull and Newcastle, plus coastal areas to…
Map of 100 day cough cases shows areas in the UK hit hardest – check yours
The UK is currently seeing a spike in cases of a very contagious disease, known as the “100-day…
Electrical brain stimulation ‘improves mental processes in Alzheimer’s patients’
Electrical stimulation of the brain can be used to improve mental processes in Alzheimer’s patients, according to a…
Dementia symptoms include red flag sign when walking up and down stairs
Dementia is a devastating diagnosis for both the affected person and their loved ones. It is a syndrome,…
Health Secretary faces mounting pressure from campaigners to address problems
Patients have been forced to visit multiple chemists to find riluzole, which slows the progression of the brutal…
Cancer symptoms you may notice when decorating your Christmas tree
Many people around the UK will have already, or will be getting ready to, put up their Christmas…
Actress Sharon Maughan’s health battle that led her to launch own skincare line
Award-winning British actress, director, producer and entrepreneur, Sharon Maughan developed health problems in 2009 due to a reaction…
POLL: Should we wear face masks on public transport as ‘100-day cough’ cases rise?
Whooping cough cases are said to be on the rise in the UK. Over 700 people may have…
Doctors’ vaccine plea as winter viruses creep up
Hospital admissions for flu, norovirus and respiratory syncytial virus are rising as cold weather bites. The trend is…
‘I’m an immunologist – here’s an easy food swap I make to protect from winter illness’
In the winter it seems almost impossible to avoid coming down with some kind of illness. Whether it’s…
Groundbreaking blood test could detect dementia decades before it develops
A blood test that can spot if a patient’s brain is ageing faster than the rest of their…
GP shares the key Covid symptoms to spot in the run-up to Christmas
A GP has outlined the key Covid symptoms to spot as we head into the Christmas period. The…
China outbreak: Signs you have pneumonia as cases rise across the globe
A public health expert has revealed the tell-tale signs of pneumonia to spit as fears rise pneumonia outbreak…
Doctor warns new swine flu strain may carry significant risk for certain people
The similarities between the symptoms of the new swine flu strain, influenza A(H1N2)v, and COVID-19, particularly respiratory issues,…
Two signs when eating that signalled dad-of-three had pancreatic cancer
Paul Bamford passed away from pancreatic cancer aged 51. Christmas 2020 was the last Christmas he spent with…
Dr Hilary shares ideal temperatures for each room in your home to stay well this winter
Temperatures plummeted across the UK at the weekend. Snow and ice warning were put in place and heavy…
New twin study reveal the benefits of a vegan diet in as little as eight weeks | Science | News
A new study conducted by Stanford University in California reveals the full benefits of a vegan diet —…
Three red flag signs in the mouth that could signal a vitamin B12 deficiency
Your mouth could be one of the first areas to alert you to “sneaky” and “harmful vitamin deficiency.…
‘Fit and active’ dad dies of silent killer while getting a massage
Kevin Lewis, 62, was having a massage in Hazel Grove in May 2022 when he died. The death…
Espresso could slash your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study suggests
Whether you drink yours for an energy boost or to enjoy the characteristic taste, espresso offers more than…
‘I’m a GP – here are three signs you’ve got a winter bug and not Covid’
Reports of a “brutal” cold spreading across the UK have emerged in recent weeks, with sufferers describing the…
Spike in respiratory illnesses in China – is it a global concern?
Hospitals in northern China and Beijing have seen thousands of children coming down with respiratory illnesses, including pneumonia.While…
What we know about China’s child pneumonia outbreak
Last week reports came out of China of thousands of children coming down with pneumonia. While children are…
Mum’s desperate fight to make schools safer after 5-year-old son dies
A mother whose five-year-old son died after suffering an allergic reaction is spearheading a campaign to make schools…
What to Expect From a PET Scan
PET Scan A PET scan is a medical imaging technique that produces 3D color images of the functional…
Miserable people more at risk of developing dementia, new study finds
Having a more positive outlook on life could protect you against dementia, a new study has found. People…
Man flu ‘real’ as experts conclude men ‘suffer more’ than women
A television health expert has concluded man flu is real, as men “suffer more” and become sick more…
Epidemic fears as child pneumonia cases surge after China outbreak
Cases of pneumonia in children are rising in Europe as a second country reports an uptick in the…
The little-known ‘pain’ that could be a sign of prostate cancer
A doctor is warning men about a little-known symptom of prostate cancer that they should get checked out.…
Symptoms of ‘swine-flu like’ virus after first human case discovered
The Government has issued a warning as health officials investigate the first confirmed case of a new strain…
Covid live: Doctor shares the most predominant symptoms right now
The latest government data revealed the Covid case rate in all local authorities in England and Wales (rate…
Doctor shares three simple exercises that could help with a double chin
A doctor has revealed three exercises that could help tackle a stubborn double chin. Regardless of your weight,…
Vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms related to blood and bone marrow
Vitamin B12 is vital for keeping the body’s blood and nerve checks healthy. If a deficiency occurs and…
Three symptoms of prostate cancer ‘common in older men’
Prostate cancer rarely causes any symptoms until the cancer is large and puts pressure on the urethra. This…
Dr Eric Berg warns what could happen if you’re only getting five hours sleep
Getting the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep a night is “super healthy”, said Dr Eric Berg.…
New Zealand scraps smoking ban, sparking demands for UK to follow suit | Politics | News
Rishi Sunak’s flagship health policy of banning cigarettes for the next generation has been undermined today after New…
Cervical screening fall could suggest start of cancer eradication
The NHS’s ambition to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 is under threat after the uptake for screening fell…
China on high alert as pneumonia outbreak leaves hospitals overflowing
China is on high alert after warnings of an undiagnosed pneumonia outbreak swept Beijing causing chaos in hospitals.…
Pneumonia symptoms: Five red flag signs of deadly disease as cases surge in China
Pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs, most commonly caused by an infection. While most people will recover in…