Category: Health Fitness

Diabetes is a serious and life-changing health condition that causes your blood sugar levels to become too high. There are two types of diabetes, known simply as type 1 and […]

Around one in four people in the UK die from cardiovascular disease. This refers to any disease or condition that affects the heart or circulatory system. One such condition is […]

A heart attack is a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when the supply of blood to the heart is cut off. In many cases this is due to a blood […]

In the UK, around a quarter of people will die from cardiovascular disease. This refers to any disease or condition that affects the heart or circulatory system. Heart failure is […]

After 10 years of improvement, life expectancy in the UK has fallen for both men and women, driven mainly by Covid carnage. The decline has led health experts to call […]

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Most cases are associated with smoking, but not all of them. Dr Mike Hansen, a lung doctor for almost 10 […]

Scientists believe the coronavirus vaccine could help prevent the deadly Nipah virus. The University of Oxford experts are trying to work out if technology used for the Covid vaccine could […]

Cancer is a deadly disease that occurs when abnormal cells in the body divide and grow in an uncontrollable way. They can then spread to other tissues and organs causing […]

Health campaigners have called for greater awareness of defibrillators after a shocking report into cardiac arrest survival rates. Just 7.8% of people who suffer the heart issue in their homes […]

Health experts say a popular storecupboard staple could help the body with a number of nutritional benefits – especially during the cold and flu season. Honey is a product of […]

Bowel cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK. Typical symptoms affect bowel movements, for example, having softer poo, needing to poo more or less […]

A heart attack is a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when blood supply to the heart is suddenly cut off. Therefore, the moment you think someone is experiencing symptoms you […]

An inspirational mum-of-four who lost a staggering amount of weight has shared her diet and exercise routine to achieve her now strong and lean physique. Jemma Hahn, from Mandurah in […]

Researchers found that potentially millions of people are suffering in silence to avoid contributing to the health system backlog. One in four of the 1,500 people polled are putting up […]

Worldwide, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death, responsible for nearly 18 million fatalities annually. This includes conditions that affect the heart and circulatory system such as strokes, coronary […]

Assistant Coroner Ian Potter has now written to the Culture Secretary about the dangers of the sites (Image: Getty) A coroner has issued a warning after a ‘highly talented’ lawyer […]

Alongside exercising, not smoking and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you drink, health experts say one way to improve longevity is to eat well. Dr Anthony Youn, a […]

Researchers found dining after 9pm was associated with a 28% risk of cerebrovascular disease, such as a stroke, compared with having your evening meal before 8pm. Those who eat for […]

In the UK, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death, accounting for around a quarter of all fatalities every year. It is the name for a range of conditions […]

For those who toss and turn at night, how to get to sleep is a truly prescient question. Getting the right amount of sleep is crucial, and struggling to sleep […]

Christmas is the time of year that we are most likely to pile on a few pounds. While gaining a little extra weight is nothing to worry about, it can […]

As a family doctor, Dr Jen Caudle talks about a lot of stuff when it comes to people’s health. Among many things she believes it’s important to talk about penis […]

The family of a little girl with a rare cancer are pinning their hopes on a vaccine in the US in a bid to stop the disease returning. Ava Bolton’s […]

At Christmas and New Year we probably drink more alcohol than we would at any other time of the year. Severe headaches, dizziness, sickness and dehydration can all be uncomfortable […]

A teenager struck down by E.coli after visiting a Christmas market is “lucky to be alive”. Antonia Hay spent two weeks in intensive care with Shiga toxin-associated haemolytic uraemic syndrome […]

Children’s doctors are demanding a jab to be urgently rolled out after a trial found it slashed infants needing hospital treatment during winter by 80%. The vaccine protects against respiratory […]

A winter virus jab for babies could ease the burden on the NHS, scientists have said, after a large clinical trial has shown it can reduce related hospital admissions by […]

During the winter it can be hard to get warm at night. As temperatures plummet many of us will wrap up in thick pyjamas and pile on the blankets in […]

Popping open the fizz, sipping on a cold glass of Baileys, or raising a glass of wine could lead to long-term health problems if not consumed sensibly. Indulging during festivities […]

Considered the fourth most common cancer diagnosis, bowel cancer claims around 16,800 lives every year in the UK alone, according to Bowel Cancer UK. This gloomy statistic underlines the need […]

Between platters of finger food and boxes of Quality Street, your appetite might not be quite ready for another dose of Christmas food. However, if you experience a quick feeling […]

Picturesque beaches and clean sea air often make coastal towns popular travel destinations, but their appeal sometimes hides a health disparity that is apparent to locals. One of the seaside […]

An early warning sign of dementia can be spotted by looking at your hands – as they may begin to tremble. While it’s expected that mental and physical function will […]

Most headaches go away on their own and aren’t a sign of something more serious. It’s normal for them to last between 30 minutes and several hours. Drinking plenty of […]

There are two main types of diabetes – type 1 diabetes is where your body doesn’t produce insulin. There is no way to prevent this type of diabetes and its […]

As a nation we’re quite reserved, especially when it comes to talking about our toilet habits. But bowel problems are more common than you think – an estimated 6.5 million […]

Faulkner: “Already, readers have given nearly £14,000 from all corners of the UK.” (Image: Jessica Faulkner ) By serving a daily school meal to more than 2.4 million children every […]

It’s estimated that one in five people in the UK have IBS, which means if you don’t suffer from it, it’s highly likely you’ll know someone who does. The common […]

Fezolinetant, which is sold under the brand name Veoza, is a daily pill that regulates a receptor in the area of the brain which releases hormones controlling body temperature. Endocrinologist […]

Heart and circulatory disease is among the biggest killers in the UK. The term for conditions and illnesses such as coronary heart disease, strokes and heart failure, is linked to around […]

Christmas desserts from The Great British Bake-Off are much healthier than expected, according to a new study. If you are looking for a guilt-free Christmas then desserts from the hit […]

A family was left “shocked” after a beloved dad was diagnosed with a deadly cancer. Seamus Meenagh, 54, discovered he had stage four oesophageal cancer in May this year after […]

Women are invited for a GP check-up six to eight weeks after giving birth to make sure they are recovering well. The new guidance sets out in more detail what […]

The decades-long decay of NHS dentistry means universal care is “likely gone for good”, a damning report warns. An exodus of staff turning to private work, the pandemic, and a […]

A blood test that can rapidly identify sepsis in patients could provide a breakthrough in treating the difficult-to-diagnose condition when every minute counts. The check – which takes just 45 […]

Covid poses a “much more serious threat” than the flu, a new study revealed, as the latest viral strain sweeps across the US. The study comparatively analysed 18 months of […]

Covid subvariant JN.1 is the fastest growing strain in America and it’s “better at evading immune systems” than its predecessors, suggests the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). […]

Patients’ lives are being put at risk due to dangerous delays in emergency care, the ambulance service has warned. Shocking new data has revealed the real impact of overcrowding at […]

A board-certified allergist has revealed four things she’d never do in a video viewed more than 12 million times. In the recent Instagram post, Dr. Tania Elliot candidly responded to a […]

For many of us dieting goes out of the window at Christmastime. While we should definitely enjoy the festive season without obsessing over our weight or calorie intake, it is […]

In the UK around a quarter of deaths every year are caused by cardiovascular disease. This refers to a range of diseases and conditions that affect the heart and circulatory […]

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that can build up in the blood if a person eats fatty food, doesn’t exercise, is overweight, smokes and drinks alcohol. It’s important to treat […]

Some 6.44 million patients were waiting for 7.71 appointments or procedures in October, down from 6.50m waiting for a record 7.77m in September. It was the first time the total […]

During the winter many of us are guilty of spending a little more time in bed where possible. The cold weather and dark mornings are not conducive for getting up […]

Scientists have discovered why some women, including the Princess of Wales, suffer from severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Mother-of-three Kate has been plagued by hyperemesis gravidarum, which is thought […]

While some people may be able to drift off as soon as their head hits the pillow and enjoy a good night’s sleep, others may find themselves lying in bed […]

A breakthrough study has found that women who do more exercise are less likely to develop breast cancer before going through menopause.  Researchers at the Institute of Cancer Research analysed […]

The risk was highest in northern cities such as Liverpool, Manchester, Hull and Newcastle, plus coastal areas to the east of London. One in 10 women in Westminster, central London, […]

Cases of whooping cough, also known as the 100 day cough, are on the rise in England and Wales, after data from the UK Health Security Agency showed they’d increased […]

Complex births due to obesity or women waiting longer to get pregnant could have led to an increase in emergency Caesarean sections, medics say. Data published by NHS England showed the […]

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Dr Zoe Williams discusses visceral fat on This Morning Our body […]

Why eating before drinking alcohol is better for you Many of us have used the phrase, “I’m never drinking again” after a particularly heavy night out. While it is fun […]

A dad-of-one is set to undergo his third life-saving brain surgery due to a tumour he was diagnosed with more than 20 years ago. Determined Callum Webb, 33, will undergo […]

Dr Ellie on why people should be taking Vitamin D supplements It is no secret that our health and wellbeing is linked to our surroundings. Factors such as air quality, […]

Award-winning British actress, director, producer and entrepreneur, Sharon Maughan developed health problems in 2009 due to a reaction to salicylates, known as salicylic overload. Salicylates are compounds found in foods, […]

Hospital admissions for flu, norovirus and respiratory syncytial virus are rising as cold weather bites. The trend is expected to continue as people spend more time indoors at Christmas. An […]

Vision problems and difficulty walking are usually some of the first symptoms to alert patients to multiple sclerosis (MS). However, new research, published in the journal Neurology, identified other red […]

A blood test that can spot if a patient’s brain is ageing faster than the rest of their body could help predict dementia decades before it develops, research suggests. It […]

The latest government data revealed the Covid case rate in all local authorities in England and Wales (rate per 100,000). Great Yarmouth: 54.4 Chesterfield: 49.6 Scarborough: 45.1 Isle of Wight: […]

A public health expert has revealed the tell-tale signs of pneumonia to spit as fears rise pneumonia outbreak in China could soon wash over the UK. The outbreak has been […]

In December it can be especially hard to find the motivation for exercise. The cold, wet weather combined with fewer daylight hours can be uninspiring, and with Christmas just around […]

Paul Bamford passed away from pancreatic cancer aged 51. Christmas 2020 was the last Christmas he spent with his wife Sharon, 53, and their three children Jack, George and Lily. […]

Temperatures plummeted across the UK at the weekend. Snow and ice warning were put in place and heavy snowfalls hit Cumbria. With cold weather comes a host of health risks, […]