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Flight sock warning over deadly swollen feet risk

Medical experts reveal why swollen feet during flights isn't just uncomfortable - it could signal a life-threatening condition. Discover the simple £10 solution that could save your life.

Runner's 'injury' was deadly blood clot

A runner's persistent leg pain turned out to be a life-threatening deep vein thrombosis, revealing how easily DVT can be mistaken for sports injuries.

Wanted App: Retailers' New Weapon Against Shoplifting

UK retailers are deploying an innovative smartphone application that enables real-time sharing of shoplifter images and information, creating a powerful digital neighbourhood watch against retail crime.

Harvard Study: Daily Habit May Transform Health

New research from Harvard University suggests a straightforward daily practice could significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases and extend lifespan. Discover how this accessible habit could revolutionise public health.

Happiness Fights Disease: Scientific Breakthrough

Groundbreaking research reveals that sustained happiness significantly reduces your risk of developing chronic illnesses. Discover how your emotional wellbeing directly impacts your physical health.

Daily habit that could slash dementia risk revealed

A leading NHS doctor shares groundbreaking research showing how a straightforward daily activity could dramatically reduce your chances of developing dementia. Discover the science-backed method that's transforming brain health prevention.

NHS to offer revolutionary HIV-blocking injection

The NHS is set to become the first health service in the world to offer a game-changing HIV prevention injection, potentially transforming the fight against the virus across the UK.

NHS Urgent Blood Clot Warning: Critical Signs

The NHS has issued a crucial warning about potentially fatal blood clots, revealing the subtle symptoms that could save your life. Learn the critical signs and when to seek emergency care.

Doctors' 2 Key Tips to Lower Blood Clot Risk

Medical experts share groundbreaking advice on reducing thrombosis risk through easy daily habits that could save lives. Discover the two key lifestyle adjustments backed by scientific research.

Puzzles and Dementia: Truth Revealed

New research examines whether doing puzzles truly protects against dementia. Discover the science behind cognitive decline and what really works for brain health.

NHS to screen children's blood pressure from age 5

In a major public health shift, the NHS is set to introduce routine blood pressure monitoring for children as young as five to combat future heart disease and strokes. Experts hail the move as a proactive measure to identify early cardiovascular risks.

Tap Water Lithium Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk

Groundbreaking research from the UK suggests trace amounts of lithium in drinking water may significantly reduce dementia risk. Discover how this common element could revolutionise preventive brain health strategies.

Clopidogrel Beats Aspirin in Heart Attack Prevention

Groundbreaking NHS research shows clopidogrel is significantly more effective than traditional aspirin at preventing recurrent heart attacks and strokes, potentially transforming cardiovascular treatment protocols across Britain.

4p Daily Pill Slashes Heart Attack Risk by 20%

A groundbreaking new study reveals a cheap, 'polypill' combining four common medications could prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes in the UK, offering a simple, life-saving solution for over-50s.

Swollen Ankles: Silent Killer Warning

UK doctors issue an urgent warning that persistent ankle swelling could be a major red flag for deadly blood clots, heart disease, or kidney failure. Learn the critical signs you must never ignore.

Trump Cuts Blamed for Collapse of MN Violence Prevention

Exclusive investigation reveals how the Trump administration's termination of a federal violence prevention initiative left a Minnesota programme for high-risk youth defunded and defunct, raising questions about the long-term cost of such policy decisions

Davina McCall's BF Reveals Secret Health Battle

TV presenter Davina McCall's partner, Michael Douglas, has bravely opened up about his private struggle with a debilitating health condition that left him unable to walk, sharing his emotional journey to recovery.

Never Cross Your Legs On A Flight, Warns Physio

A leading physiotherapist issues a crucial warning to all flyers about a common sitting habit that dramatically increases the risk of deadly blood clots and deep vein thrombosis (DVT) during long-haul flights.

DNA spray targets football hooligans

UK police are using cutting-edge 'SmartWater' technology to spray invisible DNA markers on violent football fans, making it easier to identify and prosecute troublemakers.

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