16 h. ago The three lifestyle factors putting a million UK adults at risk of dying early

Three factors could cut 20 years from a person’s life, experts warn

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21 h. ago Smoking, drinking too much and being overweight ‘puts one in 50 adults in England at risk of early death’

Exclusive: Research finds about 1 million people are living with ‘triple threat’ that increases risk of diseases such as cancer or diabetesOne in 50 people aged 16 or older in England is at risk of an early death because they smoke, drink too much and are overweight, research has found.This “triple threat” increases the risk of diseases such as cancer and diabetes and in some cases dying as much as 20 years earlier than they should, a senior doctor has said.12.7% of people in England (5.9 million) are overweight and drink more than 14 units but do not smoke.5.5% (2.5 million) are overweight and smoke but drink less than 14 units.1.4% (600,000) smoke and drink more than 14 units but have a normal weight. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Triple threat of smoking, drinking and weight ‘puts a million in England at risk of early death’

Exclusive: Three risky behaviours can mean people dying 20 years earlier than they should, says senior doctorOne in 50 people aged 16 or older in England are at risk of an early death because they smoke, drink too much and are overweight, research has found.This “triple threat” increases the risk of diseases such as cancer and diabetes and in some cases means people dying 20 years earlier than they should, a senior doctor has said.12.7% of people in England (5.9 million) are overweight and drink more than 14 units but do not smoke.5.5% (2.5 million) are overweight and smoke but drink less than 14 units.1.4% (600,000) smoke and drink more than 14 units but have a normal weight. Continue reading...

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44 h. ago 'I went to M&S factory outlet and cost of giant cake left me floored'

M&S is known for their large layer cakes, among other sweet treats, but they can take a toll on your wallet. One woman discovered where you can pick up these M&S goods for less

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44 h. ago The new diet that can slash dementia risk by 25 per cent and slow ageing: Scientists reveal vital details including when YOU should start following it

Scientists in the US have just published the results of a large study that found people in their 40s and beyond who followed this eating regimen were significantly less likely to develop Alzheimer's.

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68 h. ago 'Crucial factor' Brits ignore when booking Greek holidays and it will 'ruin' trip

Brits are heading off on their summer holidays to the Greek islands - but many are being caught out by one crucial factor they're overlooking, claims a travel expert

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7 d. ago MPs voting on legalising assisted dying following emotive debate – UK politics live

The terminally ill adults (end of life) bill will either clear the House of Commons and move to the Lords, or fail completelyMPs have gathered in the House of Commons for the third reading of the assisted dying bill. If approved, it will then go to the House of Lords.There will also be four votes in the Commons on changes within the bill since it was last put to MPs in November.The terminally ill adults (end of life) bill has huge implications for hospices, our staff, volunteers and patients, as well as the health system and society more broadly. But there are still many unanswered questions around how a future assisted dying service would work.Given this lack of clarity we welcome the introduction of new clause 20, which would require the government to consult with palliative and end of life care providers if the bill progresses. It is vital that the access of palliative and end of life care for everyone is increased, and for that we need a better funding model for hospices. Contin...

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7 d. ago Legalising assisted dying means 'people will lose their lives who do not need to', MPs are warned ahead of crunch vote TODAY

Opponents to a change in the law on suicide said that vulnerable people including domestic abuse victims, the disabled and anorexics could all be at risk if doctors are allowed to help them to die.

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7 d. ago MPs debate assisted dying bill ahead of crunch vote – UK politics live

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill will either clear the House of Commons and move to the Lords, or fail completelyMPs have gathered in the House of Commons for the third reading of the assisted dying bill. If approved, it will then go to the House of Lords.There will also be four votes in the Commons on changes within the bill since it was last put to MPs in November.The terminally ill adults (end of life) bill has huge implications for hospices, our staff, volunteers and patients, as well as the health system and society more broadly. But there are still many unanswered questions around how a future assisted dying service would work.Given this lack of clarity we welcome the introduction of new clause 20, which would require the government to consult with palliative and end of life care providers if the bill progresses. It is vital that the access of palliative and end of life care for everyone is increased, and for that we need a better funding model for hospices. Contin...

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9 d. ago Full list of the countries where rabies is 'high risk' after UK tourist dies

It comes after someone in Yorkshire has sadly died from rabies after visiting Morocco

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9 d. ago First UK rabies death in 13 years as holidaymaker dies after contact with stray dog in Morocco

Health expert says there is no risk to the wider public after person in Yorkshire dies from rabies

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1 week ago Tragic teenager, 17, died after taking 'Andrew Tate' ecstasy tablet for the first time

Kristian Jolly was with friends when he was pronounced dead by paramedics. His family warned young people about drugs - as influencer Tate donated a HUGE sum to a memorial page.

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1 week ago Expert reveals one overlooked factor that could fix dogs' allergies

Read on for real-life tips and signs to watch out for, especially for someone who feels like nothing else has worked

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3 w. ago Common food 90% of Brits don't eat enough of 'lowers risk of deadly cancer'

A dietitian says making one key change to your diet could slash cancer risk

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3 w. ago Scientists discover popular diet slashes dementia risk by a quarter

Scientists from Hawaii who analysed the dietary patterns of over 90,000 people over a decade found those who followed the diet the closet had a far lower risk of memory robbing dementia.

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3 w. ago Scientist says it's 'never too late' to prevent dementia with one lifestyle change

Experts have identified a diet that could slash dementia risk by up to 25 per cent

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3 w. ago Dementia risk is reduced by 25% by taking up the 'MIND diet'

Study of 90,000 Americans seems to show which foods we should eat and avoid to drastically reduce our risk of developing dementias such as Alzheimer’s

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