Pharmacist explains when foot changes signal heart problems
Swollen feet and ankles can indicate heart, kidney or liver problems. Pharmacist Rachel Jones from Superdrug explains which foot changes need medical attention.
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Pharmacist: Toenail change could be a sign of cancer
Superdrug's pharmacy superintendent Rachel Jones says a dark streak under a toenail, without injury, could be a rare sign of skin cancer, among other foot health clues.
Dr Amir Khan warns fitness watch users of night readings
Dr Amir Khan warns that fitness watches detecting oxygen drops below 90% at night may indicate sleep apnoea, urging professional sleep studies.
Boy, 13, saves newborn brother from choking to death
A 13-year-old St John Ambulance cadet used his first aid training to save his two-day-old brother from choking, after hearing his mum and grandmother panicking at their West London home.
Amy Dowden health update before Strictly 2026 return
Amy Dowden says she feels 'the fittest, the healthiest, the strongest' she's ever been ahead of Strictly Come Dancing 2026, as she returns to screens in Celebrity Hunted.
Pharmacist: delay coffee 60-90 minutes after waking
A pharmacist says drinking coffee before 9am can disrupt cortisol and worsen dehydration. Waiting 60-90 minutes after waking allows better tolerance and more effective caffeine use.
Bloods and go expands to Airdrie, covering nine Lanarkshire areas
Bloods and go, the drop-in blood test service, expands to Airdrie from August 19, making it available in nine of ten Lanarkshire localities. Bellshill joins in October 2026.
Arsenal injury update: Saliba, Timber, Rice, Saka return dates
Arsenal's William Saliba faces up to four months out with a back injury, while Jurrien Timber is weeks away. Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka have returned to training.
Woman Never Smoked, Diagnosed With Incurable Lung Cancer
Jade Fardon, 33, from Watford, was diagnosed with incurable ALK-positive lung cancer despite never smoking, after a persistent cough and other symptoms led to a CT scan showing extensive cancer in both lungs.
Girl critical after three family die in Shoreham sea incident
A girl is fighting for her life in hospital after three family members died in a sea incident off Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, on Tuesday afternoon.
Woman injects own lip filler despite safety warnings
Sofia Lips, known for Britain's 'biggest lips', ignored medical warnings and self-injected filler at home after clinics refused, risking infection, nerve damage, and blindness.
Mum's relief after son's eczema 'bone-deep itch'
A Swansea mum says specialist sleepwear has been life-changing for her three-year-old son, who kept waking covered in blood due to severe eczema.
Shoppers urged to check eggs for red lion mark to avoid salmonella
Shoppers are urged to look for a tiny red lion mark on eggs before buying to ensure they're safe to eat, as over 90% of British eggs are produced under the British Lion scheme.
Dr Amir Khan reveals 'end-of-the-bed' test GPs use on patients
TV doctor Dr Amir Khan explains the 'end-of-the-bed assessment' GPs perform on every patient, starting the moment they walk into the consulting room.
Brits warned of shortages of blood pressure medications
Brits have been warned of serious shortages of vital medication used by millions, including Ramipril and propranol, flagged by Mediwatch.
Stop drinking coffee before 9am, people urged
Pharmacist Rojina Shams Nateri urges people to delay their morning coffee by 60-90 minutes after waking to avoid disrupting cortisol levels and dehydration.
Grandmother mistaken for 20 years younger shares free anti-ageing habits
Astrid Zeegen-Holt, 60, says free daily habits like walking 10,000 steps and a positive attitude make people think she's 20 years younger, even mistaking her for her daughter's sister.
Cheadle Royal child mental health services rated 'good'
CQC upgrades Priory Cheadle Royal Hospital's child and adolescent mental health services from 'requires improvement' to 'good' after April inspection, though overall rating remains 'requires improvement'.
Dog food recall after 57 reports of dry eye issues
Years, a premium fresh dog food subscription service, has recalled products after 57 suspected cases of dry eye, linked to buckwheat. Customers urged to stop feeding and contact vets.
Check Eggs for British Lion Mark After Salmonella Outbreak
UKHSA advises checking eggs for the British Lion symbol and eight-digit code after a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs, with one death and 207 cases reported.
Check eggs for Red Lion mark after UK salmonella outbreak
UKHSA links salmonella outbreak to imported eggs; one death, 207 cases. Check for Red Lion symbol and eight-digit code to ensure safety.
Brits urged to check eggs for one symbol after salmonella outbreak
UKHSA says salmonella outbreak may be linked to imported eggs; one death and 207 cases reported. Brits urged to check for Red Lion mark.
Queen Camilla reveals King Charles's 3-word cancer response
Queen Camilla reveals King Charles's blunt three-word response to his cancer diagnosis: 'Nothing stopped him.' She spoke in a new film for Maggie's 30th anniversary.
Depo-Provera victim's six-year fight for brain tumour diagnosis
Cheryl Donnelly, 48, from Bishopbriggs, developed a meningioma after 15 years on Depo-Provera. Her symptoms were dismissed as Covid and menopause for years before diagnosis in April.
Scots GP who prescribed dead patients' meds can practise again
Dr John Henderson, who wrote bogus prescriptions for dead patients and collected drugs, has been allowed to return to practice after a tribunal ruled his fitness is no longer impaired.
Can You Reuse Cooking Oil After Frying? Chef Settles Debate
Frying oil can be reused two to three times for breaded foods and four to six times for vegetables, according to experts. Chef Ian Fujimoto shares cleaning methods.
Imran Khan moved to hospital amid global concern
Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered jailed former PM Imran Khan be transferred to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad for medical treatment, following health concerns raised by his family.
Lifestyle changes could avoid 13 years of dementia, say NHS experts
Not smoking, normal blood pressure and no type 2 diabetes could delay dementia by 13 years, says a study highlighted by North East NHS experts.
Helmet Safety Demo: Why We All Need to Wear One
A bloodied crash simulation shows why helmets are vital for cyclists and scooter users. NEAS reports over 300 incidents in July alone.
Ray Winstone reveals Type 2 diabetes and shingles battle
Actor Ray Winstone, 69, revealed on the Dish podcast that he was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and shingles, but says he no longer has diabetes after cutting sugar.
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