48 m. ago 'Healthy' man, 32, had common pain...months later he was dead

A heartbroken widow has told of her shock at losing her 32-year-old husband to deadly heart failure, as she warns thousands could be at risk of untimely deaths.

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1 hour ago Doctor urges all slim people over 30 to practise health hack that wards off heart attack

In a viral clip seen by over 250,000 people American anaesthesiologist Dr Myro Figura explains 30 is a crucial age for increased risk of heart disease.

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7 h. ago 'Silent' condition suffered by millions that raises risk of early colon cancer

A hidden condition suffered by one in four Americans may raise the risk of fast-rising colon cancer in young people by up to 24 percent, a first-of-its-kind study from South Korea suggests.

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19 h. ago Just three nights without a full 8 hours of sleep can harm your heart

Nights without sleep result in inflammatory proteins linked to disease, say researchers

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22 h. ago Daily treat and hot drink lowers blood pressure and boosts heart health, study suggests

Naturally occurring compounds called flavan-3-ols found in some food and drink may improve blood pressure and the health of blood vessels, according to a new study

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29 h. ago Emma Willis opens up on tough health battle and 'panic' after major heart surgery

Weeks after her heart surgery, Emma Willis fronts a new TV show with her husband Matt. But she admits she's been experiencing a new kind of turmoil as she reprises a normal life.

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36 h. ago The new ‘simple’ tool which can spot heart disease risk 10 years early

Study lead Professor Jill Belch described the findings as a ‘very exciting and significant development’

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37 h. ago Weight loss jab slashes heart disease risk 'almost immediately'

'Landmark' data has revealed a popular weight loss medicine slashes the risk of heart attack, stroke or heart disease death

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39 h. ago Sam Hutchinson undergoes heart surgery after suffering health complications in match

AFC Wimbledon have confirmed that Sam Hutchinson underwent surgery on an issue with his heart after suffering health complications following a League Two clash

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49 h. ago Hot weather: The food and drink you must avoid during a heatwave

Here’s what you should avoid in a heatwave - and what to eat instead ☀️

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51 h. ago Groundbreaking drug could cut uncontrolled blood pressure in weeks, scientists say

Participants were not able to lower their blood pressure before taking new drug

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69 h. ago Jeremy Clarkson says he was 'days from death' after dive went wrong

TV star Jeremy Clarkson has been open about his health struggles recently as he found himself needing emergency heart surgery

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2 d. ago Grand Designs’ Kevin McCloud reveals perfect pub and drink he’d ‘trawl over hot coals for'

EXCLUSIVE: his favourite drink in the world might not be what you'd expect, but when it comes to pubs and their offereings, Grand Designs' Kevin McCloud has a taste for tradition

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4 d. ago Dessert late Queen loved has ingredient that may lower blood pressure

Tom Parker Bowles has shared a recipe that was made for the late Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother after a dessert panic at Clarence House - and it's not what you'd expect

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4 d. ago Weight loss jabs could curb alcohol cravings and reduce drinking, study suggests

Researchers have however stressed larger trials are needed to validate the results

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4 d. ago Ancient wooden spears found in Germany may have been wielded by Neanderthals, a new study suggests

A set of ancient wooden spears may be younger than scientists thought and wielded by Neanderthals instead of their ancestors

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5 d. ago Canada medical mystery takes twist as study finds no evidence of brain illness

Researchers link suspected cases in New Brunswick to known diseases, suggesting ‘misdiagnosis and misinformation’A new peer-reviewed scientific study has found no evidence of a mystery brain disease in the Canadian province of New Brunswick, suggesting instead a troubling combination of “misdiagnosis and misinformation”.The research comes as the Maritime province prepares its own assessment of more than 220 suspected cases in the hope of giving families some answers to a medical mystery that has gripped the region for years. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago You're storing your eggs wrong! Scientists reveal best way to ensure none of your eggs crack

As any shopper knows, eggs are sold in carboard cartons in neat little rows facing upwards. Now, a shock new study suggests a revolutionary new way for eggs to be packaged and stored.

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6 d. ago A handful of a popular snack each day can increase chance of cancer and heart attack, major study finds

Additive-laden foods such as crisps and sweets have been vilified for decades over their supposed risks, with dozens of studies linking them to issues including type 2 diabetes.

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6 d. ago People with Down syndrome face a higher risk of cardiovascular disease

Down syndrome is most common chromosome-related condition in the US

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