7 h. ago Greater Manchester NHS issues warning as cold snap approaches

It comes after recent days have seen the region’s hospitals warn they are ‘unable to deliver comprehensive care and patient safety is at risk’

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11 h. ago People with high blood pressure should avoid two common fruits

Lots of people might have these in their kitchens, but some people need to avoid them

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39 h. ago John Swinney says it 'looks like' families were lied to over super

The First Minister issued his strongest criticism yet of the past leadership at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

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55 h. ago Four ways to lift your mood in gloomy January while you are low on cash

GETTING through gloomy January when you’re tight on cash is no joke, but laughter is the best medicine. Lighten things up with these free ways to have a laugh. TOP OF THE PODS: Laughter releases feel-good endorphins, boosts the oxygen-rich air you breathe and reduces stress hormones, bringing down your heart rate and blood pressure....

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3 d. ago I went to bed 30 minutes earlier for one week. Here’s what happened

Millions of Americans aren’t getting enough sleep — and experts say it’s negatively impacting their lives

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3 d. ago ‘Precious little’ to suggest change at infections row health board, inquiry told

The Scottish Hospitals Inquiry also heard NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s delayed acceptance of issues had made the inquiry’s work more difficult.

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3 d. ago Health board denials ‘severely impacted’ work of hospitals inquiry, counsel says

Fred Mackintosh KC also said NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde bosses had shown ‘wilful blindness’ to issues with the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

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3 d. ago NHS issues new warning over 'unpleasant' bug that 'can't be killed by hand gel'

Cases continue to rise across the UK, with infections higher than the same period last year

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4 d. ago ‘It’s like they’re hunting’: US citizens and legal residents report increase in racial profiling by ICE

Trump administration’s immigration crackdown has led some people to take drastic measures to ensure their safetyIt was a normal Tuesday morning for Mohamed when he left his San Diego, California house for his daily exercise in mid-January. But as he walked around Colina del Sol park, four US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents approached and encircled the middle-aged father, who is using a pseudonym out of fear of retaliation from federal agents. The officers, Mohamed said, who wore jackets with ICE emblazoned on them and balaclavas that obscured their faces, asked for his green card before they began drilling him with questions about what he was doing in the park.“I was terrified,” Mohamed, a lawful permanent resident from Somalia, said through a translator. The ordeal ended shortly thereafter, but the experience has left a lasting impact on him. “I have high blood pressure,” Mohamed said about the encounter he believes was racial profiling. “I used to do my daily exer...

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4 d. ago Dementia warning as scientists link being overweight and having high blood pressure with increased risk of developing debilitating brain disease

Being overweight could significantly increase the risk of dementia in later life, world-leading experts said today.

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5 d. ago How to turn a cauliflower into ‘risotto’ – recipe | Waste not

This creamy grain-free dish contains flaked almonds for extra crunch and protein – perfect if you’re cutting down on carbsI’m fasting for three days a week for the whole of this month. It’s not for everyone, I know, and it’s important to talk to your doctor first, but the benefits are well researched and include improved digestion and immune function, and lowered blood pressure. When we fast, the body goes into ketosis, which breaks down fat for energy, and to stay in ketosis afterwards it helps to reduce carbs and increase protein, which is where today’s low-carb, zero-waste recipe comes in. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Brits warned overusing popular supplement could put health at risk

One NHS doctor and marathon runner has warned that overuse could lead to health issues with your blood pressure and heart

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7 d. ago BBC Dr Xand issues NHS cough syrup alert to anyone with cold or flu symptoms

The health expert appeared on BBC's Morning Live to share the information with viewers

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1 week ago Dementia is NOT inevitable: scientists reveal how MILLIONS of cases can be prevented as they unveil a 'roadmap' to beat the disease

World-leading experts say millions of dementia cases could be prevented, if the  government reassess its approach to dementia care.

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1 week ago Dementia myth shattered: scientists say it can be prevented in millions by tackling key risks as they unveil 'roadmap' to beat the disease

World-leading experts say millions of dementia cases could be prevented, if the  government reassess its approach to dementia care.

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1 week ago Scientists pinpoint hidden cause of high blood pressure, raising hopes for new life

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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1 week ago Scientists pinpoint certain type of fat found naturally in the body which can help control blood pressure

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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1 week ago The herb that can lower your blood pressure and help you sleep

The soothing herb was used by the ancient Greeks

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1 week ago Symptom in your nose could signal silent killer affecting 1 in 4 Brits

Research suggests those with high blood pressure are at a higher risk of this happening

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1 week ago Scientists discover surprising cause of high blood pressure that has nothing to do with stress, your diet or weight

Previous research suggests lifestyle factors such as diet, stress, obesity and alcohol are all drivers of high blood pressure, but new research suggests something different.

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