Health

Brianna Alexander before, left, she used Simple weightloss app and after, right in yellow dress

'I lost over 4 stones with A.I coach on weightloss app' - binge-eater

Cases of Covid are on the rise thanks to the new XEC Covid variant.

'Covid: symptoms and new variants explained as hospitalisations rise

Dawn Sturgess died in July 2018 after being poisoned by the nerve agent Novichok.

What is Novichok and how does it affect the body?

We’ve spotted huge savings on top-spec electric toothbrushes

Electric toothbrush deals: Prices have stayed incredibly low

Fans of Red light therapy claim it can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

What is Red Light Therapy, does it work and are there any benefits?

Ross suffered a cardiac arrest aged 46

​Ross Cowie (1960 – 2024)

Cases of HIV amongst heterosexual patients in England have risen by more than 30% since 2022.

What are the signs of HIV? Symptoms explained as cases rise in the UK

Simba mattresses are as cheap as we've seen them in a long time

We've found some huge savings on Simba Hybrid mattresses for Prime Day

Committee members visted rural areas as part of their inquiry.

Health funding formula “fails” the rural areas​

A dental expert gives their tips on maintaining a healthy mouth

Harley Street dentist reveals 12 rules in his own cleaning regime

Mpox is spreading across Europe - but there are ways you an protect yourself

Mpox: symptoms to look out for as vaccine programme begins in DRC

The WHO have declared a global health emergency 🏥

Sarah McCann

Sonic and electric toothbrushes are on offer at Amazon

Ridiculous savings on this pair of smart toothbrushes from OralB

Liming with Gran: Breaking down taboos with a game of dominoes

The areas in the UK with the highest percentage of smokers have been revealed.

Stopping smoking: The smoking hotspots around the UK

Rwanda declared an outbreak of the Marburg virus on September 27.

The symptoms of deadly Marburg virus as suspected case found in Europe

Danielle Broadway has lost over five stone using an AI-based app

High-tech weight loss: How AI is helping people to shed the pounds

Symptoms of the cold, flu and Covid can be similar.

Is it cold, flu or Covid? Latest symptoms to watch out for

Danielle lost 42lbs in five months with the Simpler Life app, and is now 72lbs down since joining Simple

Here's what people are saying about weight-loss app with AI coach

Burnley parkrun. Photo by George Webster

I'm a doctor - it's great Parkrun has got thousands more active

A video grab of Hongchi Xiao conducting a presentation on Paida Lajin therapy.

'Slapping therapy' explained as man convicted over woman's death

The best running shoes

Experts reveal the best running shoe for beginners in 2024

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK.

Bowel Cancer: signs and symptoms to watch out for

Adult swaddling, is very similar to swaddling a baby.

What is adult swaddling? Benefits of social media trend explained

Millions of people eligible for the flu jab can now book their appointment.

Flu jab: How to check if you're eligible and when booking opens

Mum-of-five, Alice Webb, 33, has become the first person to die in the UK from a liquid Brazilian Bum Lift (BBL).

What is a liquid BBL? Non-surgical procedure explained as mum dies

A new study has found men who enjoy a plant rich diet can substantially slow the rate of established prostate cancer.

Eating plants slows prostate cancer progression - new study confirms

The NHS will be starting the Covid autumn vaccine programme this autumn.

Who is eligible for the Covid vaccine as cases of XEC variant rise

A person in the UK has died in an E.coli outbreak. (Photo: Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

What is E coli? Signs of infection to look out for after mum dies

Here’s what you need to know 🏥

Sarah McCann

Baby Alicia's parents have used the NHS compensation they received after failings by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde to fund research into the little-known condition which played a role in her death.

Signs of little-known condition as couple compensated for stillbirth

Cases of Covid are on the rise thanks to the new XEC Covid variant.

Where to get Covid tests as new XEC variant is on the rise

Sophie Dale with her son Levi who was nearly killed by measles.

Measles signs and symptoms as baby 'nearly dies'

These are the signs and symptoms of PCOS.

What is PCOS? Signs and symptoms explained

Tadpole Water after 2 hours

What is tadpole water and is it good for you?

The top 10 reasons that NHS staff are missing work.

The top 10 reasons that NHS staff are missing work

Dyson's most popular air purifiers are £150 cheaper than usual at the moment

Dyson has dropped some huge discounts on its air purifiers

Freshers week can be a daunting time for students but there is support available.

Freshers Week: How to access mental health support as a student

Blar Buidhe provides 38 beds for residential care

Care home closure shock

Percko's vests can be worn discreetly under clothing

Posture vest that can help ease your back pain if you work from home

The new XEC Covid variant is starting to spread.

New XEC Covid variant starting to spread - what are the symptoms?

The risk of unprotected sex does carry the chance of catching a sexually transmitted infection.

Pharmacist warns tell-tale signs of five common STDs

Well Pharmacy is now urging people to book themselves in for a winter flu jab.

Pharmacists stock-up on flu jab after major outbreak in Australia

Eight-year-old Mia Glynn died of sepsis hours after she was sent home twice by a GP (Photo by Irwin Mitchell/SWNS)

Sepsis signs and symptoms as girl dies after being sent home by GP

Isla currently works with the PETRONAS Formula 1 team in Brackley, Northamptonshire.

Isla finds a way to “just keep going”​

A dentist shows a patient how braces would look on the teeth. (Photo: Pexels/Cedric Fauntleroy)

DIY braces are trending again - are they safe?

A child is given their MMR vaccination. (Photo: Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

Measles outbreak UK: child dies as dozens more cases confirmed

Health officials are urging parents to vaccinate their children 💉

Sarah McCann

The symptoms of freshers flu are similar to that of a bad cold. (Photo: Pexels/Edward Jenner)

What is fresher's flu? Signs and symptoms

Percko's vests can be worn discreetly under clothing

Back pain sufferers are hailing a £99 'miracle' vest

Great Ormond Street Hospital has launched an urgent review after concerns were raised over the practice of a former surgeon.

Family question hospital after teen's death amid surgeon probe

The NHS Covid jab will be returning this autumn. (Photo: Pexels, SHVETS production)

Covid vaccine: who is eligible for NHS Covid jab this autumn?

A pharmacist is warning parents to be on the lookout for headlice, worms and other illnesses now summer is over. (Photo: Pexels, Andrea Piacquadio)

The eight most common back-to-school bugs and how to spot the signs

Children have reportedly been left with life-changing injuries. (Photo: Peter MacDiarmid/Getty Images)

Families of 'rogue' GOSH surgeon urged to come forward

St Brendan's Hospital in Barra is badly in need of an upgrade.

Health funding crisis – crucial projects on hold

Lucy Letby, the nurse previously convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder six others, has now been found guilty of the attempted murder of a baby girl.

Lucy Letby appeal: What's been said and can she overturn conviction?

This wholesome TikTok trend involves prioritising self-care. (Photo: Pexels/Mikhail Nilov)

What is a dopamine menu? TikTok trend explained