Health

Health warning to anyone planning farm visits this spring

The UKHSA has issued a warning to families visiting farms this Easter over 'harmful' pathogens

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Shingles vaccine: Who is eligible after huge dementia prevention findings

A new study has strengthened the link between the shingles vaccine and a lower risk of dementia

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'I was totally desperate, I was doing what I thought best for us... but the surgery totally backfired'

Danielle was diagnosed with the rare condition that left her paralysed from the neck down for months after the operation

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Doctor reveals how to tell if you have hay fever or a cold as 'severe' pollen season forecast

A GP has revealed how to tell the difference between these sniffly conditions and how to treat them

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Scientists reveal simple exercise trick to 'slash risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer'

Health and fitness

Health experts have pinpointed the amount of exercise we should all be getting a week

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Deadly antibiotic-resistant ‘superbug’ bacteria spreading in Malaysian hospital, say academic experts

The bug can cause infections in blood, lungs, urinary tracts and wounds

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The Victorian disease making a comeback as a 'serious public health issue' - health experts plan to fight it

The disease still kills more people than any other infectious disease across the globe

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Common drug taken by millions could 'slash dementia risk' by lowering 'bad' cholesterol

Your cholesterol levels could affect your future brain health, not just your heart health

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Full list of people and benefits eligible for free NHS prescriptions and services

The NHS offers free prescriptions under a wide umbrella of eligibility criteria

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Vitamin warning as common supplement could lead to 'permanent nerve damage'

This vitamin can "build up" in the body and cause serious health issues.

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Just weeks after giving birth, a young mum found out she had incurable cancer – now this family needs help

Gemma, 33, was given the devastating news that she has incurable cancer just weeks after giving birth to baby Samuel – now she needs £200,000 for treatment that will give her the vital chance she needs to make precious memories with her little boy while she can

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Scientists warn virus that poses 'serious global threat' could become next pandemic

The mpox virus poses an "ever-increasing" epidemic and pandemic risk, British scientists warn

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Full list of areas where 'highly pathogenic' bird flu has been detected across UK

A government map has revealed where strict bird flu prevention measures are in force across the UK

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UKHSA warns of 'rapidly emerging' fungal infection in England linked to dangerous hospital outbreaks

Health officials say the fungus was "previously rarely detected" in England

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Dementia symptoms to spot including waking up in the middle of the night

Dementia is a syndrome linked to the ongoing decline of the brain - and there are a number of warning signs that can appear in the middle of the night, according to experts.

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'I was walking on eggshells, if I didn’t meet her unrealistic expectations she would explode'

A male victim of domestic violence has told his story as part of a support campaign

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People risking blindness as third have skipped their appointment

The warning comes as NHS targets are being missed

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‘Game-changing’ AI lung disease test set to launch in GP surgeries could slash NHS waiting times

The new device has been described as 'the first real breakthrough in decades' for one of the 'most underdiagnosed conditions' in the NHS

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The common habit stealing 24 minutes of sleep a night that 'boosts risk of insomnia by 59%'

Just one hour of this bedtime activity could be seriously disrupting your sleep

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'As a young family we had so many hopes and dreams for the future that we’ll never get to fulfil'

“The [hospital] failed her repeatedly and in so many ways. It’s difficult not to think that Sharzia would still be alive had she had been given the care she deserved”

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'I was making life or death decisions while being targeted by trolls'

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Helena Vesty reports on how Greater Manchester's NHS was irrevocably changed by the pandemic as it was brought to breaking point

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'My lifesaving surgery was almost aborted halfway through after what the surgeon spotted'

The anaesthetist looked ‘relieved to see' Tony Jackson wake up after the procedure

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Clock change, sleep disruptions and our health – tips to minimise the impact

The clocks changing could have a surprising effect on our body

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Failures of NHS urgent dental care will lead to an ‘antibiotic apocalypse’, dentists warn

Antibiotics are used as a substitute for treatment and could fuel antibiotic resistance, warns University of Manchester expert

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Film An underrated Clint Eastwood film that he made when he was 88 is airing on TV tonight Eastwood is widely regarded as one of the world's greatest filmmakers

Donald Trump press conference halted after medical emergency occurs

The incident happened moments after Dr Mehmet Oz’s swearing-in as head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service

Horror moment saw woman, 25, 'partially decapitate' herself on holiday in Turkey

Becca Reed, 25, was on holiday with a friend in Turkey when the horrific accident happened

UK travel firm suddenly shuts down after 59 years and cancels all holidays

Award-winning Balkan Holidays has announced it has ceased trading - and all bookings have been scrapped

Mum, 23, given 18 months to live after 'out of the blue' incident at pub meal

Young mum Sophie White, 23, has been given a devastating diagnosis

Politics Hundreds of CCTV cameras in operation across Greater Manchester are feared to be a 'security threat' The cameras were banned from 'sensitive sites' within government departments in 2022

Six 'dodgy' Greater Manchester pubs that people were wary of drinking in for good reason

Manchester Pubs

Some of the region's boozers have gained a reputation for being 'rough' or a bit 'dodgy' over the years. Here, we look at the inside story of six notorious lost pubs

Britain's Got Talent 2025: When are the semi-finals, full ITV schedule and all golden buzzer acts

Britain's Got Talent

The ITV show is preparing for its live semi-finals that will span over the next five weeks

Who is attending the Pope's funeral - and who will be absent

Dozens of notable state leaders, royals and other dignitaries will be at the Vatican service to remember Pope Francis

When and how the new Pope will be elected as Conclave to take place

There are a handful of cardinals from the UK who are in the running

Film An underrated Clint Eastwood film that he made when he was 88 is airing on TV tonight Eastwood is widely regarded as one of the world's greatest filmmakers

Manchester United striker sends Ruben Amorim message after surprise return to academy

Manchester United FC

Man Utd U21s won 4-2 against Everton in the Premier League 2 play-offs on Friday and Ethan Wheatley scored a brace.

Manchester United suffer major injury setback

Manchester United injury news

Diogo Dalot has been an ever-present for Man United for the best part of three-and-a-half years since he returned from his loan with AC Milan.

Donald Trump press conference halted after medical emergency occurs

The incident happened moments after Dr Mehmet Oz’s swearing-in as head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service

Seven players could miss Man United vs Athletic Bilbao Europa League semi-final

Manchester United injury news

Athletic Bilbao host Manchester United in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final next Thursday in a huge match for both teams

Britain's Got Talent Britain's Got Talent 2025: When are the semi-finals, full ITV schedule and all golden buzzer acts The ITV show is preparing for its live semi-finals that will span over the next five weeks

Who is attending the Pope's funeral - and who will be absent

Dozens of notable state leaders, royals and other dignitaries will be at the Vatican service to remember Pope Francis

When and how the new Pope will be elected as Conclave to take place

There are a handful of cardinals from the UK who are in the running

Coronation Street's Jenny Connor sobbing as emotional exit confirmed in ITV soap

Coronation Street

There's a big emotional outpouring for the Rovers Return landlady in the show next week

What time the Pope's funeral takes place today and where to watch it in the UK

Pope Francis will be laid to rest in Rome this morning