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Ricky Gervais' partner Jane shares symptoms of 'awful condition' after surprise diagnosis
NHS
The bestselling author had put the pain she was experiencing down to migraines - but said it turned out to be "something more serious"
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'An eye test saved my life - I needed emergency surgery for killer condition'
Tamworth
Faiza Ahmed was just a week away from becoming a qualified optometrist when she saved a man's life
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Worst towns and cities for GP waiting times named - where yours ranks
NHS
New NHS figures show GP waiting times are a postcode lottery
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Strictly Come Dancing welcomes third child and shares unusual name
Strictly Come Dancing
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Iwan Thomas has announced that he has become a father for the third time
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Hospice nurse says there's one thing 'almost everybody' sees just before they die
Health
Hospice nurse Julie McFadden, who is the author of Nothing to Fear, says there are things that we can all do to educate ourselves about death and dying
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Aldi, Asda and Sainsbury's shoppers warned not to eat items over 'tampering' fears and more
Asda
The Food Standards Agency has issued a number of warnings to shoppers who have purchased certain products from supermarkets including Aldi, Asda and Sainsbury's
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People are convinced hospital is an acronym for something it's not
Facebook
False claim: The word 'hospital' is an acronym
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Vet names five household items that are deadly for pets
TeamDogs
A UK-based vet has shared a list of poisons or toxins that pet owners really should known about - but often don't.
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Vet shares 5 pets he'd never own - including rabbits
Health
Ben The Vet posts regularly on TikTok, sharing tips to keep your animals safe
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Vet's urgent warning 'dangerous' TikTok trend involving dogs
TeamDogs
A TikTok trend has gone viral where pet owners are throwing lemon slices into their dogs' mouths and filming their reactions - but a vet has now issued a warning
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The kitchen staple that could help reduce your risk of dementia
Alzheimer's disease
A study has found that drinking an espresso a day could help reduce your risk of developing dementia, particularly Alzheimer's
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Expert shares 'best bedtime snack' to help you sleep better and faster
In The News
If you're one of the many people who struggle to fall asleep at night, you'll know how frustrating it can be
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Dr Michael Mosley warns four 'healthy' foods do 'more harm than good'
Health
Dr Michael Mosley has shared four foods that he believes aren't worth parting with your cash for - but are marketed as healthier alternatives.
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UK's leading cause of death may be a surprise to many - full list of symptoms
NHS
The charity is warning many people may not know about the true scale of the problem
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Rare condition feels like being 'electrocuted with cattle prod'
NHS
The condition can become so painful that sufferers "would rather kill themselves than face a future living in isolation and misery', a doctor has said
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Victory for hundreds of pandemic hospital heroes who were denied £1,600 Covid bonus
NHS
Hospital staff will get bonus payment following strike action over refusal to pay
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'Silent thief of night' puts 700,000 Brits at risk of blindness - full list of symptoms
NHS
Many people living with Glaucoma may not know they even have it
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The common condition that takes an average of 4.5 years to diagnose
NHS
Thyroid cancer, a silent killer that affects 1 in 20 people in the UK
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16-hour intermittent fasting could 'increase risk of heart disease'- study
NHS
Researchers scrutinized the dietary habits of 20,000 adults in America
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Children at risk of 'highly dangerous' virus without strong action
NHS
The Health Secretary is being urged by more than 200,000 doctors to bring out a "game-changer" vaccine
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Black communities urged to check for 'silent killer' in blood pressure campaign
Black Communities
Birmingham City Council warn of "the silent killer" high blood pressure, urging everyone to get checked
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How to have a healthy Ramadan if you are diabetic
Ramadan
Diabetics are exempt from fasting, however Muslims choosing to fast are advised to take precaution during the holy month
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'Death rattle' noise people make before they die explained by hospice nurse
Health
A hospice nurse has taken to social media to explain the phenomenon known as the "death rattle" and why it's important for people to understand what it means when someone is dying
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BBC's Nick Owen issues warning after shock prostate cancer diagnosis
BBC
BBC Midlands presenter Nick Owen has opened up about his own prostate cancer diagnosis and why he's keen to get men talking about the disease
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HMRC issues warning to people who have £20,000 in savings
HMRC clarified ISA allowance rules for a saver with multiple accounts and says people can deposit up to £20,000 a year into ISAs under the current rules.
UK set for '96 hours' of non-stop snow next week with four places in England hit
Birmingham snow
Scotland and Northern Ireland are also set for flurries, according to the projections and charts from WX Charts, which use Met Desk data.
People who have Hot Cross Buns over Easter warned 'do not toast them'
Marks & Spencer
recently issued a warning to customers not to toast its 'Extremely Cheesy', 'Extremely Chocolatey' and 'Salted Caramel' hot cross buns in the toaster, as they pose a potential fire risk.
British Gas, OVO, EDF, Octopus customers with washing machine told to stop using two temperatures
British Gas
Energy customers have been told the "best" temperarture for washing your bed sheets properly - and it’s not 60 or 90 degrees.
Halifax announces £1,000 discount for customers and says 'act before April 21'
Your Money
A new survey of 2,000 homeowners indicates that nearly half of Brits consider rising energy bills their primary concern.
Gogglebox
Gogglebox's George Gilbey 'fell 80ft' as more details emerge about tragic death
The former Channel 4 star was
Mel B says 'no one knows' as she makes shock Geri Horner confession
Spice Girls
The Spice Girls star made the comments on Love Island's Olivia Attwood's podcast titled, So Wrong It's Right
ITV Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway final details as two-hour show planned
Saturday Night Takeaway
Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway will end after more than two decades with a two-hour extravaganza
Weather maps predict 54 hours of non-stop snow - with Birmingham to be hit
Birmingham snow
The Midlands, northern England and Scotland are set to see wintry showers from around 6am on Wednesday, April 3
Why Laurence Fox has been barred from standing as London mayor
Politics
The controversial actor accused the process of being "pure political corruption" in a now deleted post on social media
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Gogglebox
Gogglebox's George Gilbey 'fell 80ft' as more details emerge about tragic death
The former Channel 4 star was
Mel B says 'no one knows' as she makes shock Geri Horner confession
Spice Girls
The Spice Girls star made the comments on Love Island's Olivia Attwood's podcast titled, So Wrong It's Right
ITV Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway final details as two-hour show planned
Saturday Night Takeaway
Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway will end after more than two decades with a two-hour extravaganza
Weather maps predict 54 hours of non-stop snow - with Birmingham to be hit
Birmingham snow
The Midlands, northern England and Scotland are set to see wintry showers from around 6am on Wednesday, April 3
Why Laurence Fox has been barred from standing as London mayor
Politics
The controversial actor accused the process of being "pure political corruption" in a now deleted post on social media