8 h. ago Scientists connect these six modifiable risk factors to almost half of all cancer deaths

Avoidable cancers are a quieter crisis that has been gathering force for decades

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11 h. ago Google AI Overviews put people at risk of harm with misleading health advice

Exclusive: Inaccurate information presented in summaries, Guardian investigation findsPeople are being put at risk of harm by false and misleading health information in Google’s artificial intelligence summaries, a Guardian investigation has found.The company has said its AI Overviews, which use generative AI to provide snapshots of essential information about a topic or question, are “helpful” and “reliable”. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Charity boss warns against 'dismissing' workplace burnout: 'It's an early warning sign to something happening'

Britain's 'never complain, never explain' motto is stopping employees from speaking up about their mental health, increasing the risk of more serious health issues, experts have warned.

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3 d. ago I'm a food scientist... these seemingly healthy products actually pose a serious risk to your health

A food scientist has revealed the popular foods she avoids consuming due to the hidden dangers associated with them.

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4 d. ago From dodgy home testing kits to advice on social media and chatbots, Britons are risking malnourishment and eating disorders by self

Dodgy at-home testing kits and unscientific symptom-checkers on social media are leading people to experiment with diets that cut out the likes of gluten or dairy, top nutritionists have cautioned.

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4 d. ago Experts pinpoint the perfect amount of exercise AND sleep to reduce the risk of illness and early death

A study by Australian researchers has revealed the right amount of sleep to optimise daily step count, to help stave off illness and an early death.

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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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5 d. 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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6 d. 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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9 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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9 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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9 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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9 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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9 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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9 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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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