6 h. ago NHS issues important advice for Atorvastatin users on cholesterol medication

High cholesterol can lead to potentially lethal problems such as heart attacks and strokes - and the NHS has issued guidance on Atorvastatin, one of the most commonly prescribed treatments

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6 h. ago Update on Anthony Joshua's health issued following horror motorway crash

British boxing legend Anthony Joshua was left injured after the crash on the Lagos-Ibadan motorway on Monday — and now some new info has been released on his condition

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6 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing star speaks out on show future after sudden health issue

The former Love Island and Strictly Come Dancing star spoke out about a potential return to the BBC dance competition after an injury forced her to pull out of the 2025 series

Culture

7 h. ago Strictly star addresses future on show after health issue behind the scenes

The Strictly Come Dancing star addressed her future on the show after being forced to pull out of the 2025 series due to an injury

Culture

7 h. ago Film star plans to end her own life after heartbreaking battles over number of years

A Canadian actress is seeking access to Canada's assisted dying program after decades of severe mental health issues - and numerous attempts to take her own life

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12 h. ago The 6 horrifying ways cold weather wreaks havoc on our bodies – from ‘winter penis’ to blood clots and stroke

BRITS are bracing for a freezing start to the New Year as temperatures plunge, bringing with them cold weather health warnings. Heavy snowfalls and ice are forecast for parts of Scotland. Meanwhile, amber cold health alerts have been issued for other areas, where temperatures could fall to an icy -4C. The warning, issued by the...

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29 h. ago Amber cold warnings issued as Brits alerted to 'rise in deaths' over New Year

Two amber alerts for cold were issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) with affected services warned of a "rise in deaths" amid expected chilly weather

Events

32 h. ago Blue Peter presenters' struggles from BBC star who died penniless to heartbreaking health issues

Blue Peter has been on our screens since 1958 with several different presenters gracing the BBC show over the years. But some faced personal tragedies

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33 h. ago ‘Just like so many families’: US parents of addicted kids relate to the Reiners – but fear stigma

The challenges of drug and alcohol addiction are familiar, but violence against others is highly unusual, parents sayWhen news broke that Rob and Michele Singer Reiner had been killed and a possible suspect was their son, Nick Reiner, who had struggled with addiction and mental health issues, it brought addiction back into the public spotlight. But parents who have been affected by their children’s addiction fear the conversation will focus on the exceedingly rare act of violence instead of the more widespread risks.Ron Grover and his wife, Darlene, have been glued to the news. They only knew the Reiners by their work, but they feel a connection: Grover’s son also became addicted at 15 to opioids and then heroin, much like Nick Reiner, and he was in and out of rehab and jail for years. But after seven excruciating years, Grover’s son got sober in July 2010. Continue reading...

Society

34 h. ago Cold weather drives risk of 3 deadly health conditions as UKHSA issues amber alert

Cold health alerts have been issued across England as temperatures drop

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34 h. ago Doctor issues 'common trigger' warning for painful condition this week

A women's health expert has warned that New Year's Eve celebrations may increase the risk of cystitis, with burning pain when urinating being a key symptom to watch out for

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34 h. ago Heavy snow set to hit UK as Met Office issues New Year weather warning

Amber cold health alert also issued with temperatures expected to plummet to as low as -2C bringing possible surge in deaths

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37 h. ago Blue Peter stars who no longer with us including BBC presenter who died penniless

Blue Peter has been a fixture on our screens since 1958, with different presenters gracing the BBC programme over the years

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37 h. ago Blue Peter tragedies from BBC star who died penniless to heartbreaking health battles

Blue Peter has been a fixture on our screens since 1958, with a host of different presenters gracing the BBC show over the years - but some of the stars have experienced profound personal tragedies

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39 h. ago The Apprentice's Alan Sugar issues retirement update after major health scares

Lord Alan Sugar has fronted The Apprentice on the BBC since 2005

Society

46 h. ago UK set for cold start to 2026 with amber health alert issued

Amber alerts are in place as temperatures are set to plunge

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50 h. ago EastEnders star lost three stone in weight while suffering from mystery disease

Former EastEnders star Melissa Suffield, who played Lucy Beale on the BBC soap from from 2004 to 2010, has shared details of a health issue she faced that made her lose weight - and her confidence

Politics

54 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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55 h. ago Wayne Lineker issues health update after enduring weeks of pneumonia 'hell'

O Beach owner Wayne Lineker, 63, has opened up about his terrifying battle with pneumonia which left him unable to walk and forced him to miss Christmas with his family

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58 h. ago Meghan Markle's dad issues health update as Duchess makes huge decision on reuniting

Thomas Markle, 81, the father of Meghan, was rushed to hospital in the Philippines earlier this month and is believed to have had a leg amputated following a blood clot

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