39 m. ago 'Cold weather health alert' warning map shows where Brits most at risk

Health agency bosses have warned elderly people as well as vulnerable young adults are at risk amid the cold spell with officials warning of impacts on health services

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18 h. ago ‘Rise in deaths’ predicted as amber cold health alerts issued in northern England

UKHSA warns vulnerable and elderly people may be at risk with temperatures to drop severely overnightAmber cold health alerts have been issued for northern England, with low temperatures predicted to cause a “rise in deaths” among vulnerable and elderly people.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued two amber warnings for north-east and north-west England, which will be in place between 8pm on Sunday until midday on Monday 5 January. Continue reading...

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51 h. ago Lung cancer warning for foods which make up ‘half the average diet’ after new study

A study linked ultra-processed foods to 32 harmful health effects including a higher risk of heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, adverse mental health and early death

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4 d. ago Flu cases falling but health chiefs warn of risk of New Year 'bounce back' by virus which swept through London

People are being urged to get vaccinated to protect themselves and their loved ones

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5 d. ago The underdiagnosed and undertreated condition putting women’s health at risk

Experts say Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) needs greater awareness and attention

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5 d. ago UK shoppers urged not to eat mince pies that pose serious health risk

Shoppers been urged not to eat the affected mince pies.

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5 d. ago Mince pies are urgently recalled in UK over dangerous ‘health risk’ just hours before Christmas

A POPULAR brand of mince pies have been urgently recalled due to a serious 'health risk'. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned consumers with certain allergies and intolerances to avoid the festive treat. People are being told not to eat certain batches of Shallow Brandy Mince Pies from the Bakewell Bakery "because they contain...

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5 d. ago Just one alcoholic drink a day spikes mouth cancer risk by 50 per cent, concerning new research reveals

Drinking even a small amount of alcohol can increase your chances of developing mouth cancer by 50 per cent, according to a new study.

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5 d. ago Making this small change to your daily tea can reduce diabetes risk, says NHS GP

‘Habits can be changed, our bodies can get used to these things quite quickly, and small changes can make a big difference over time,’ says Dr Radha Modgil.

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5 d. ago Cheers to that! How a Christmas tipple could stop you getting dementia

Enjoying a daily glass or two of wine or beer over the festive period might slash your chances of dementia.

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5 d. ago Get your flu jab now, health chiefs urge 'at risk' pregnant women

Pregnant women and their unborn children are more likely to suffer complications from this year's rampant flu strain and should get vaccinated immediately, health chiefs have warned.

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5 d. ago Popular Tesco Christmas chocolate urgently recalled over contamination fears

The supermarket’s customers have been issued a warning over the product

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5 d. ago Health officials issue Christmas warning over 'deadly' risk and key sign to look out for

The six symptoms anyone cooking with gas this Christmas should watch out for

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6 d. ago Tesco issues urgent 'do not eat' warning as Christmas food item pulled from shelves

The Christmas product could pose a 'possible health risk', the Food Standards Agency warns

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6 d. ago 'No evidence' that HRT increases or decreases dementia risk, researchers say

There is 'no evidence' that the drugs frequently used by menopausal women impact the risk of the disease, a review has found.

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7 d. ago What is the mysterious ‘radiation’ fog blanketing California – and is it dangerous?

The fog pattern is a common one in California’s Central Valley and does not pose any extra risk to human health, researchers say

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7 d. ago Tesco, Sainsbury's and other supermarkets urgent recall on danger food

Supermarkets Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Iceland are recalling a popular dish after an urgent warning was issued by the Food Standards Agency over a risk to health

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8 d. ago The surprising fatty food linked to a lower risk of dementia

Scientists have linked a lower risk of dementia with a food generally believed to be unhealthy.

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1 week ago Scientists say kidney damage can be reduced by avoiding five common drinks

Research indicates that what you drink can significantly impact kidney health, with studies linking certain beverages to increased kidney disease risk.

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1 week ago Doctors say kidney damage risk can be cut if you avoid five popular drinks

The contents of our daily fluid intake can significantly affect kidney health, even if we don't immediately feel the consequences.

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