5 m. ago The Yardbirds's Chris Dreja dead at 79: Iconic rock guitarist's family pays tribute after 'years of health woes'

The iconic rock guitarist, best known for The Yardbirds, had been battling health conditions for a number of years.

Society

9 h. ago Pensioners can claim two benefits which boost annual income to nearly £18,000

Older people on a low income or living with a health condition could be due extra financial help on top of their State Pension.

Economics

18 h. ago Pete Davidson’s girlfriend Elsie Hewitt was ‘100% convinced’ she was infertile due to health condition before pregnancy

The model announced in July that she and the comedian are welcoming their first child

Politics

26 h. ago Scientists pinpoint exactly why being obese may heighten risk of Alzheimer's: It's the 'biggest risk factor' for developing dementia

Experts have long warned that obesity increases the risk of serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, with studies showing it may induce cognitive decline.

Events

53 h. ago Robbie Williams reveals health condition he is an ‘Olympian at masking’

The singer says he experiences ‘inside Tourettes’ related to past trauma around performing live

Politics

58 h. ago Seven health conditions you don't need a GP appointment to get a prescription

The NHS has said that people don't need to book a GP appointment for certain conditions as treatment is available elsewhere.

Politics

61 h. ago The people eligible for a free flu jab as winter warning issued

Those with long-term health conditions are being told to book their appointment

Events

62 h. ago Trump diagnosed with health condition in 1960's as a 'favour' to his dad for 'one special reason'

The daughters of a New York based foot doctor said that their late father diagnosed President Trump with bone spurs as a favor to his father, Fred Trump

Politics

3 d. ago Stroke survivor climbs historic Wallace Monument to celebrate recovery

Jake MacDonald has been an active participant in an Active Stirling programme designed to help people living with health conditions.

Events

3 d. ago UK health alert as people taking sertraline told to avoid this drink

Sertraline, an antidepressant used to treat depression and various other mental health conditions, is one of the most frequently prescribed medications in the UK

Events

3 d. ago Urgent ‘silent’ diabetes warning as routine NHS tests miss killer condition – 7 clues to watch for

THOUSANDS of men in the UK could be living with 'silent' diabetes, scientists have warned. Routine diabetes checks may give false negative results in people with a common but often undiagnosed genetic deficiency. Scientists fear this could leave thousands, particularly black and South Asian men - who are more likely to carry the gene -...

Events

4 d. ago Free help for disabled people facing energy bill hikes as price cap rises

The energy price cap is set to rise again in October, but one charity is offering free help to those who are disabled or have a long-term health condition

Economics

4 d. ago 'It's a condition of the rich and affluent': The disturbing truth about the rise of 'deadly' chronic Lyme disease

She's known as one of the most beautiful women in the world - regularly gracing the cover of Vogue and working with luxury brands including Dior and Versace.

Events

4 d. ago Pharmacist warns 'feeling cold' is linked to health condition

The health specialist says feeling cold more than normal can be caused by a serious health condition rather than the cold weather

Events

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

Experts say Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) needs greater awareness and attention so that we can improve and save women’s lives

Events

6 d. ago Richard Osman's opens up on debilitating health battle that impacts 'intense' career

Richard Osman has become a household name over the years, but the TV presenter and author has been battling a health condition that has impacted his career

Events

6 d. ago Assata Shakur, an icon of Black liberation who was exiled to Cuba, dies aged 78

Shakur spent decades exiled after she was convicted of killing a state trooper in 1977 and escaped from prisonOn 25 September, Assata Shakur, a former member of the Black Liberation Army, died aged 78 in Havana, Cuba, according to Cuba’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Cuban officials cited the reason for her death as old age and health conditions. Shakur, a longstranding symbol of resistance and Black liberation, spent several decades exiled in Cuba after she was convicted of killing a New Jersey state trooper in 1977 and escaped from prison.“At approximately 1:15pm on September 25th, my mother, Assata Shakur, took her last earthly breath,” her daughter Kakuya Shakur wrote on Facebook. “Words cannot describe the depth of loss that I’m feeling at this time.” Continue reading...

Events

7 d. ago Rutherglen MSP welcomes Adult Disability Payment support in South Lanarkshire

The payment, distributed by Social Security Scotland, goes to those with a long-term disability or health condition that impacts their everyday life.

Politics

7 d. ago DWP confirms full list of 56 health conditions that could entitle you to £441 a month

There are 1,859,539 cases of entitlement of Attendance Allowance across the country, according to the latest DWP data

Economics

7 d. ago 'Deceptive' two word phrase could actually be a sign someone is battling anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition, with one in four people in the UK experiencing a mental health problem each year. And an expert said you should pay attention to two words

Events