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'I'm a doctor - these simple bathroom checks can spot six common cancers'

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An early diagnosis can vastly increase the chance of survival in people who do have cancer

Thursday, Mar 6

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Swapping butter for one of three common kitchen items could lower your risk of early death

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The authors concluded that "higher intake of butter was associated with increased mortality, while higher plant-based oils intake was associated with lower mortality"

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'I quit an ultra-processed food I ate every day for years - with a strange reaction'

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High in salt and fat, crisps are frequently linked to health issues including heart disease and obesity. But when you can't help yourself indulging, how do you stop?

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Scientists identify supplement that can 'slow the ageing process' in groundbreaking new study

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A major new study has found that just one gram a day of one nutritional powerhouse can 'slow the ageing process'

Wednesday, Mar 5

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Cancer ‘Eureka moment’ as scientists discover how aspirin may prevent some tumours spreading

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Cambridge University researchers show how aspirin could boost T-cells which stop cancers cells from spreading

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Doctor shares ovarian cancer symptom you should look out for when eating

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Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common form of cancer in women in the UK - and four symptoms could be signs. One symptom can be spotted when you're eating

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'I have terminal cancer aged 20 – but doctors said I just had growing pains'

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Graeme Porter was just 19 and studying law at university when he was told he was suffering from Ewing sarcoma, a rare cancer that can occur in the bones and the soft tissues

'I'm a weight loss expert - this breakfast swap can help shed five pounds in a month'

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The expert shared the one breakfast item that's "superior" for weight loss

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Simple change will help millions of people sleep better, scientific study proves

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A sleep review of 24 clinical trials by researchers from the Mahidol University Faculty of Medicine in Bangkok found that one type of workout had the best results for getting the best sleep

Weight loss jab warning as doctor describes horror side effects in people taking popular drugs

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A leading A&E doctor has warned about the dangers of weight loss jabs after an investigation found a major high street pharmacist was selling them to underage teenagers

Tuesday, Mar 4

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NHS doctor shares five simple steps to lower your risk of Alzheimer's disease

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Making some small changes to your lifestyle could have a significant impact on your cognitive health later in life.

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'I lost 3st in weight in two years - but my diet lacks one important food group'

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Olivia Khwaja has lost an impressive 3st but now her and her family won't eat one common food that experts say is crucial to our daily diets

Monday, Mar 3

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NHS surgeons who separated conjoined twins 40 years ago emotionally meet one surviving twin

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Conjoined twins Holly and Carly had to be surgically separated in the UK in a pioneering operation at London's Great Ormond Street Hospital after being born face to face

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Home Bargains' £3.49 'little pot of joy' helps you 'effortlessly fall asleep'

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Fans of the sleep balm claim it helps you "get to sleep faster and for longer"

Sunday, Mar 2

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‘I thought I was just suffering from flu - then doctors told me it was ovarian cancer'

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With March marking Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, knowing some of the common signs and symptoms is important when it comes to early diagnosis - and it can help save lives

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Nutrition professor reveals his secret to long life after reaching 100 years of age

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Dr John Scharffenberg says it can play a vital role in longevity, even if you do not have a hugely healthy lifestyle

Saturday, Mar 1

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Expert says 'at least three cups a day' of 1p drink may 'add years' to your life

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It is something everyone should be drinking to live longer and healthier lives, according to a longevity expert

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8 hidden endometriosis symptoms you should never ignore including one you'll feel in bed

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This Endometriosis Awareness Month, it’s vital to raise awareness of the hidden symptoms that many women live with every day if there's chance for better management and quality of life

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Horrifying things that vaping does to your brain as study discovers deadly risks

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Vaping has now been proven to be more harmful to humans than medics first thought thanks to a new study at Manchester Metropolitan University and it's bad news for your brain

Friday, Feb 28

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Warning to anyone who drinks coffee over risk of common mistake

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The warning comes from consumer experts at Which? who have issued advice on some of the biggest culprits that can result in a pricey repair to blocked drains - and coffee grounds are one of them

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'Just five minutes' can slash risk of painful foot condition, claims expert

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A staggering 48 per cent of adults have been affected by corns, but a podiatrist has shared his top tips to help reduce the risk of getting them and other painful foot issues

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Rare 'laughing sickness' with 100% death rate causes giggles and 7 other symptoms

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On Rare Disease Day, we highlight one rare brain disease discovered in the 1950s with a back story as harrowing as the disease itself – and the impact it has today

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DASH meal plan slashes high blood pressure to avoid risk of needing medication

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The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has shared a seven-day meal plan which could help lower your high blood pressure and reduce the risk of needing medication

'I'm a doctor - I recommend these three supplements to patients with chronic pain'

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A pain management doctor shared a number of vitamin and mineral supplements that could help with chronic pain conditions

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Nutritionist warns of four little-known long-term health risks with weight loss jabs

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Around half a million Brits are now thought to be using weight loss jabs, however concerns have been raised about those resorting to the jabs without GP supervision and the worrying side-effects

Thursday, Feb 27

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Grim 'vape tongue' phenomenon sparks chilling warning after bombshell e-cigarette report

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An expert has warned some people who overuse e-cigarettes could have a new side-effect known as vape tongue, which can cause a temporary loss of taste in people's mouths

Wednesday, Feb 26

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Mirror's breast cancer awareness campaign praised as over 30,000 women seek NHS advice

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NHS chiefs have hailed The Mirror's spotlighting of Victoria Derbyshire's breast cancer campaign, saying the contribution to the national conversation will ensure women get checked

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Unknown illness that killed 53 within hours is very 'concerning' for grim reason

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A mystery illness has so far claimed at least 53 lives after an initial outbreak came when three children ate a bat - a health expert says one aspect of the outbreak is particularly 'concerning'

Doctor says eat this 'superfruit' daily to reduce blood sugar, bloating and inflammation

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The doctor recommends eating the snack, which has multiple health benefits, daily

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Breast cancer breakthrough as new MRI scanner could transform diagnosis and treatment

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Scientists at Aberdeen University create pioneering new scanner 50 years after the university invented the first MRI scanner which revolutionised medicine