As Britain braces for a heatwave this week, a leading GP has warned that common sun cream mistakes could be putting people at serious risk of...
A widely prescribed pain medication has been associated with substantially higher risks of developing dementia and cognitive decline, according to new research that examined more than...
A brief 10-minute walk taken immediately after eating proves more effective at controlling blood sugar spikes than the commonly recommended 30-minute walk taken later, new research...
A commonly prescribed antibiotic for urinary tract infections during pregnancy significantly increases the risk of birth defects when taken in the first trimester, according to new...
While high cholesterol is notoriously asymptomatic, Britons are being urged to scan their bodies for physical signs of the condition that are easily overlooked. The caution...
Labour MP Andrew Pakes has expressed confidence that Health Secretary Wes Streeting can “get a deal done” with resident doctors who have voted to mount strikes...
Many households routinely store their medicines in bathroom cabinets, but the widespread practice could be rendering medications ineffective. The heat and humidity generated by daily baths...
An Australian mother living with terminal cancer has issued a stark warning about symptoms she initially dismissed before receiving her devastating diagnosis. Krystal Maeyke, 39, was...
Scientists in China have identified specific physical behaviours that could provide early warning signs for Parkinson’s disease, according to new research published in Translational Psychiatry. A...
A dietary approach combining elements of the Mediterranean and Dash eating patterns could reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by up to 53 per cent,...
The NHS has issued an urgent appeal for people to seek medical attention if they experience bodily changes that could signal cancer. Health officials are emphasising...
High blood pressure is often called the silent killer because it typically presents without symptoms, making it difficult to detect and treat early. But there is...
Multiple children are currently receiving treatment for measles at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool, with several youngsters in serious condition. The specialist paediatric hospital has...
A stark warning has been issued about the health risks of wearing outdoor shoes inside the home, highlighting the potential for harmful bacteria and dangerous chemicals...
Around 6,600 people are diagnosed with stomach cancer every year in Britain. Despite the disease not being one of the most common cancers, it causes around...
A growing number of people taking the diabetes and weight loss medication Mounjaro are reporting an unexpected side effect: temporary hair shedding. This phenomenon, dubbed “Mounjaro...
Dementia projections for the coming decades are dire, with estimates published in Nature Medicine suggesting rates may double by 2060. But taking specific actions could help...
Slimming down can feel like a challenge at the best of times, and even more so when targeting specific body parts, like the arms. Also known...
I have grave concerns about the NHS app and the fact that many, especially those of us with dementia, will struggle to use it. I have...
NHS doctors are spending four times more on paperwork than with patients, a new national study has revealed. The research – the TACT Study – and...
A major new study has issued a stark warning about the use of AI chatbots to give medical advice, revealing that ordinary people using the latest...
Body positivity influencer George Keywood has criticised NHS plans to develop digital apps for weight-loss drug management, calling them a “waste of taxpayers’ money.” Despite his...
Adopting a low-fat vegan diet could lead to significant weight loss, with participants shedding an average of 13lb over 16 weeks, new research has revealed. The...
A revolutionary gene therapy has restored hearing in ten patients suffering from congenital deafness, marking a significant breakthrough in treating genetic hearing loss. The groundbreaking treatment,...
A 28-year-old mother from Barnsley discovered her terminal breast cancer had returned after recognising her symptoms on a leaflet in her GP surgery waiting room. Rachel...
Veteran broadcaster Alastair Stewart has told GB News that the NHS App is “not fit for purpose”, as he expressed his concerns for Labour’s reform of...
GB News host Martin Daubney has applauded NHS Nurse Julia Taylor for speaking “common sense”, as she hit out at the health service’s spending on diversity...
GB News host Martin Daubney has applauded NHS Nurse Julia Taylor for speaking “common sense”, as she hit out at the health service’s spending on diversity...
A low-cost supplement could provide many of the health benefits of regular exercise without breaking a sweat, scientists have discovered. A new study conducted by the...
A doctor has recommended a 10-minute hack people should do “after every meal” to stop plague building up in the arteries. Heart attacks still present a...
Hypertension, often referred to as high blood pressure, represents a silent pandemic affecting more than 1.28 billion people worldwide. To make matters worse, only half of...
A UK tennis coach has revealed an unusual early warning sign of melanoma that emerged months before his cancer diagnosis. Simon Bowler, 50, referred to feeling...
With diabetes, it can be challenging to find ways to control and maintain your blood glucose levels. More often than not, those with the condition are...
Located deep in the abdomen, visceral fat can raise a person’s risk of diabetes, heart disease, as well as a slew of other life-changing chronic conditions,...
Consuming dairy products can lead to nightmares and disrupted sleep, particularly for those with lactose intolerance, new research has revealed. A study of more than 1,000...
A woman has achieved an extraordinary transformation by shedding 9st 2lb whilst breaking a two-decade pattern of unsuccessful weight loss attempts. Joanna’s journey with the prescription...
Weight loss medications containing liraglutide could provide significant relief for millions of migraine sufferers, according to new research. The Italian study found that these drugs, which...
Osteoarthritis is common in the UK, with nearly nine million adults over the age of 45 seeking treatment due to painful flare-ups in the knees, hands,...
Uterine cancer cases could surge by up to 53 per cent by 2050, with deaths from the disease potentially soaring by as much as 98 per...
Microplastics have been discovered in human sperm and eggs for the first time, raising urgent questions about the hidden risks the tiny pollutants pose to fertility....
A major Japanese study has revealed that drinking at least 600 millilitres of green tea daily could reduce the risk of developing dementia by 25 per...
A year-long clinical trial has found that Ambroxol, a cough syrup commonly sold across Europe, could potentially slow the progression of dementia in Parkinson’s disease patients....
The UK’s medicines regulator has issued an urgent recall for a batch of Tamoxifen tablets after the pills failed crucial dissolution tests, raising concerns they may...
With nearly half of the world’s population expected to be overweight by 2035, demand for weight loss drugs in the coming years is guaranteed. But while...
A major international study has revealed that different forms of hormone replacement therapy carry varying breast cancer risks for women under 55. The research found that...
Science minister Lord Vallance has issued a stark warning that parents have forgotten the deadly nature of measles as vaccination rates continue to fall across the...
Accommodating blood sugar level management can be challenging, but it can certainly is achievable through a series of simple lifestyle changes, habits and daily routines. In...
High blood pressure and high cholesterol frequently come as a pair because they share a host of risk factors. But fortunately, red cabbage is emerging as...
Serious concerns have emerged about falsified weight loss medicines circulating in the UK market, posing significant health risks to Britons. GP Dr Bhavini Shah warned that...
A 56-year-old father from Ashby-de-la-Zouch who survived stage three oesophageal cancer has revealed he initially ignored warning signs because he was not a “big fan” of...