15 h. ago Light pollution from street lamps at night could increase risk of heart disease

Now scientists from Australia say the disruption that light causes to the body's natural clock, known as the circadian rhythm, could have deadly consequences.

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24 h. ago Experts reveal the truth about fibre – and how much you should be having

Not getting enough fibre can boost the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and bowel cancer

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65 h. ago Exercise in later life 'slashes risk of death by fifth' as major benefits revealed

A new study has found people who start exercising later in life can cut their risk of early death by 22 percent - and help stave off heart disease, strokes and cancer

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2 d. ago Prediabetes in teens is rising as heart disease and stroke diagnoses jump as well: CDC

Prediabetes raises the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, as well as heart disease and stroke

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5 d. ago Evening habit linked to higher diabetes and heart disease risks

New research follows a previous study which claimed that men engaging in the habit face a 55% higher risk of cardiovascular problems compared to those who do not

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6 d. ago Doctors issue warning as common body type is linked to frighteningly high breast cancer risk in major study

A new study by World Health Organization researchers has revealed a common lifestyle factor that could be behind why breast cancer rates are rising in some women.

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1 week ago Red meat is 'probable' cause of major health condition warn experts

Protein is important for our health and immune system, but there are certain foods that can increase the risk of cancer and diabetes if they are consumed in high amounts

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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Heart attack deaths plummet 90% in 50 years – but three other conditions are surging, study warns

Stanford researchers found heart attack deaths dropped over 50 years, but three other heart risks are rising.

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2 w. ago Noise pollution harms health of millions across Europe, report finds

About 110 million people suffer stress and sleep disturbance that lead to tens of thousands of early deathsMore than 110 million people across Europe suffer high levels of health-damaging noise pollution, according to a report. The resulting physiological stress and sleep disturbance leads to 66,000 early deaths a year and many cases of heart disease, diabetes and depression.The report, from the European Environment Agency (EEA), focuses on noise from cars, trains and aeroplanes and found that 20% of the population of the European Economic Area (EEA) were affected. Separate research, using a slightly lower threshold for dangerous noise pollution, found that 40% of the UK population were exposed to harmful transport noise. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Cannabis users more likely to die of heart disease, study reveals

Marijuana users face double the risk of dying from heart disease, according to American researchers

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2 w. ago Two tablespoons of cupboard staple can lower risk of cancer, diabetes and heart disease

A scientist has shared one inexpensive, ready to eat food that can lower your risk of developing serious health conditions.

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3 w. ago Two tablespoons of common food can lower risk of cancer, diabetes and heart disease

A scientist and professor has said that eating one to two tablespoons of a common and inexpensive food can lower your risk of developing some serious and chronic illnesses

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3 w. ago One 10p food could help lower cholesterol levels and reduce risk of heart disease

Spirulina, an algae believed to be one of the oldest life forms on earth, is brimming with a number of health benefits linked to lowering cholesterol

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3 w. ago Cavin Yarbrough dead: Grammy nominated star dies as heartbroken wife pays tribute

A music legend from the 1980s has died at the age of 72 after complications from heart disease, his wife has confirmed in a heartbreaking tribute

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3 w. ago These foods might be spiking your blood pressure without you knowing, doctors say

High blood pressure can result in heart disease and stroke

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3 w. ago How ‘exercise snacking’ can slash risk of diseases in just a few minutes

Doing short bursts of high-intensity exercise can help counter the effects of a sedentary lifestyle

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4 w. ago Subtle signs of heart disease you should never ignore including stomach pain

Cardiovascular disease is responsible for a quarter of all deaths in the UK, claiming around 170,000 lives each year- that is 480 every day. But many of these could be prevented if the signs were picked up early enough

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4 w. ago This common nut can lower your risk of heart disease, dementia and diabetes

The findings align with previous research highlighting the health benefits of almonds

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