2 hours ago What is norovirus? Virus cases in England 'much higher' than last year

Norovirus cases across Britain are reported to be at ‘highest seasonal level in a decade’

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2 hours ago Urgent health warning issued over infection with 'irreversible' effects as cases rocket

Diagnoses of syphilis in the West Midlands shot up by 32 per cent in the past three years, especially among heterosexual men, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said

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24 hours ago Doctors issue warning over 'Jeremy Clarkson diet' that left him 'days away from death'

Doctors have given fans an insight into the diet and lifestyle of the Grand Tour presenter which consists of alcohol, smoking, red meat which contributed to his heart scare

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25 hours ago Birth control pills and condoms could be free for millions in US under new plan

Biden administration proposal comes days before US election as Kamala Harris vows to expand healthcareUS politics – live updatesMillions of people with private health insurance would be able to pick up over-the-counter methods like condoms, the morning-after pill and birth control pills for free under a new rule the White House proposed on Monday.Right now, health insurers must cover the cost of prescribed contraception, including prescription birth control or even condoms that doctors have issued a prescription for. But the new rule would expand that coverage, allowing millions of people on private health insurance to pick up free condoms, birth control pills or morning-after pills from local storefronts without a prescription. Continue reading...

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26 hours ago Doctor issues urgent health warning to millions of Brits over key issue with their diet

Ahead of the release of a new report, medical experts have issued an urgent warning to Brits over their diets and some encouraged some major changes in order to support eye health

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28 hours ago Expert's warning over TikTok health trends from apple cider vinegar to fasting challenges

Fitness coach Donna Callander has some words of warning for TikTok users swept up in the latest trends.

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31 hours ago Ambulances 'drop and go' scheme in London is working very well, says health minister despite warnings of risks

But a senior A&E doctor has raised concerns about the controversial system

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33 hours ago 'I'm warning other women to do one thing after I got horror diagnosis out of the blue'

Judy Gotham has told how she tried to stay as positive as possible after being diagnosed with breast cancer and found comfort in sharing her experiences following the "bombshell" diagnosis

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33 hours ago Fresh warning issued over hairless ‘bullycats’ amid rising trend on social media

Experts warn new breeds of hairless cats are more likely to suffer health issues and have a lower life expectancy

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