8 h. ago The dire warning my doctor gave me after I told her how much water I drink a day

Claire Cameron said the alarm bells about her drinking habit started ringing after she had a routine blood test. On looking at the results, her doctor quizzed her on a range of symptoms.

Events

11 h. ago Don't cook rice in boiling water and use expert's 'better' way instead

Many people are unaware of one important ingredient that they should be adding to their rice to make it taste better - and it's not salt, according to a culinary expert

Politics

61 h. ago Thirsty for a drink of water? Map reveals London fountains after 'health warning' issued as temperatures soar

Londoners have been urged to stay hydrated with temperatures expected to peak at around 25C on Sunday

Events

4 d. ago Heat and thirst drive families in Gaza to drink water that makes them sick

People in Gaza are struggling to secure enough water for drinking and sanitation, with experts warning that far less than the minimum needed to sustain life is reaching the territory

Society

5 d. ago Ibiza Final Boss Jack Kay 'must make important decision' after dire warning

Ibiza Final Boss Jack Kay, 26, has been warned by an expert after his quick rise to fame far away from his Newcastle roots.

Events

5 d. ago Doctor told young father, 29, he had tonsillitis... 24 hours later he died of a heart attack: These were the warning signs they missed

A father-of-one from Boston, Lincs, died just 24 hours after his GP wrongly diagnosed him with tonsillitis and refused to send him to A&E-even though his throat was 'closing up'.

Events

5 d. ago Ibiza Final Boss slapped with dire warning as he 'must make important decision'

'Ibiza Final Boss' Jack Kay is enjoying the summer of a lifetime, seizing every opportunity his newfound fame has brought him. However, an expert has warned that he now has three major pitfalls to avoid

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7 d. ago Mum takes own life while kids at school after GP said she 'wasn't suicidal'

Amy Manning explained to her doctor that she was experiencing 'chronic suicidal thoughts' but her GP told the inquest into her death that she wasn't considered 'actively suicidal'

Events

1 week ago Pepsi Max lover gives up her favourite drink and its shocked at health benefits

Journalist Jess and her fella agreed to only drink Pepsi Max on weekends and stick to water throughout the week and she was so shocked at the results she is determined to keep up her new habit

Events

1 week ago 'I'm a doctor and this is how much water you should be drinking in a heatwave'

Brits have been urged to drink more water during a heatwave, and the amount you need to drink can depend on your weight, how much you're sweating, and other factors

Society

1 week ago Ominous warning for humanity as blue whales go mysteriously silent

Scientists are sounding the alarm after finding a number of blue whales have gone silent across the globe, saying it is a dire warning to humanity.

Events

1 week ago Keir Starmer kicks back at dire tax rise warning as experts find '£41billion black hole'

Keir Starmer says he 'does not recognise' figures from think-tank the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR), which suggested Rachel Reeves needs to raise billions in extra taxes in the Budget

Economics

1 week ago I had 100 rounds of chemo after cancer doctor told me I had six months to live

Becky Jones and Michael Grady, who were both in former cancer consultant Ian Brown - who is now under investigation after concerns were raised he prolonged some patient's chemotherapy.

Society

1 week ago As influencers spread ‘toxic’ claims, what is the truth about sunscreen?

Too much exposure to the sun has traditionally been seen as a danger. Now claims that sunscreen is toxic flood the internet. What does the science say?It’s summertime in the UK and social media is awash with influencers airing their concerns about sunscreen. Among them is reality TV star Sam Faiers from The Only Way Is Essex, who believes sunscreen is “full of toxic ingredients”. None of her family wore sunscreen, she said, adding that her children had built up “a really good tolerance” to the sun. Some of the claims appear to be fuelled by a US doctor who told his followers: “Be careful what you smear on yourself and your children.” Here we look at the science behind sunscreen and sun exposure. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Britain urged to let hero Afghans bring their families to UK after major data leak put thousands at risk

Exclusive: Yvette Cooper warned that ‘worst possible consequences of the data leak’ become ‘dire reality’ if Afghans cannot bring their loved ones to sanctuary

Events

4 w. ago Diet that sheds weight fast by eating MORE: This easy plan was made to help cancer patients

At the age of 65, I have reached crunch point. I'm sick of weird diets and I'm seriously fed up with feeling hungry. I'm also really hacked off at still being fat

Science