Health & Wellbeing
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What is bowel cancer? Signs and and symptoms to be aware of
Dame Deborah James spent the last years of her life campaigning to raise awareness for the condition.
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Fiona Bruce says GP was 'appalled' to find out she did 'literally no' exercise
The newsreader and TV presenter, 58, worked on her fitness after a doctor's appointment served as a wake-up call.
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Eye health: Sleeping in make-up and other bad habits that could cause harm
From forgetting to cleanse before bed and not sleeping enough, to smoking and not eating the right diet, these bad habits could damage the often neglected part of your body.
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Sandra Bullock and five other celebs who've been open about experiencing burnout
From Prince Harry to Beyoncé, other famous faces have suffered from it too – we asked a leading life coach to explain how you can beat burnout and use it as a chance to improve your life.
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Why do I swell up in the heat? 5 ways to reduce heat oedema this summer
Here's how to comfortably kick back in those sandals again, if you experience swelling in your ankles, feet and legs during summer.
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Mosquitoes in summer: Why do some people get bitten more?
TIP: Don't wear red this summer... unless you want to be a mosquito magnet.
Yahoo Life UKShirley Ballas: Talking more might have prevented my brother from taking his own life
'If I'd have had the education and if David had gotten more help... I truly believe he would be with us today,' says the star.
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The worst day of the year for hay fever is here: Why is it so bad at the moment?
'Hay Day' is here – here's how the pollen count can affect your symptoms.
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Dame Deborah James influences Andrex to put bowel cancer symptoms on loo roll
It will now display signs and symptoms of the condition on 29 million packs to help raise awareness and lead to earlier diagnoses.
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Cervical Screening Awareness Week: 12 things people wish they knew about smear tests
Samantha Dixon, Chief Executive, Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust, sets the record straight on cervical screenings and interpreting your test results.
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Why we should normalise the menopause and focus on the positives, say experts
Some are calling for a more balanced and positive approach to the menopause – a natural event that happens to half the population.
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Hot weather: Why you shouldn't sleep naked
Going sans PJs might seem sensible, but there's a reason you should avoid it.
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Hot weather fitness mistakes we're all making
For a start you're not drinking nearly enough water – and you still need to do that warm up.
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UK weather: What happens to your body when it gets too hot?
From dehydration and sweating, to overheating and sunburn, Dr Diana Gall explains what to be cautious of.
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Pharmacists to help spot potential cancer cases and speed up NHS diagnoses
You won't need to wait to see a GP anymore to get possible cancer symptoms referred.
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What is the 'internal shower' TikTok trend and how will it affect your body?
Social media users are filming themselves drinking warm water, chia seeds and lemon juice – but why?
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Diabetes Week: Types 1 and 2 – symptoms, causes and prevention
What are the different types of diabetes? And what can you do through diet and lifestyle changes to help prevent it?
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Hair loss in men: Signs, symptoms, causes and treatments
Thinning hair is a natural part of the ageing process for men, but is there anything you can do about it?
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Jess Wright says 'scary' change in baby's movements led to emergency C-section birth
The reality star had to have an emergency caesarean five days before her due date.
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As Justin Bieber shares facial paralysis – what is Ramsay Hunt syndrome?
What are the symptoms, causes and treatments of the condition that caused the star to have 'full paralysis' on one side of his face?
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Miscarriage: Why it happens, how it feels and where to find support
More than one in five pregnancies ends in miscarriage – but the fact they're so common doesn't lessen the pain. Here's where to find support.
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Optimism the key to living longer, study suggests
Do you see the glass half full or half empty?
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Sam Faiers reveals breastfeeding pain 'shut body down' – what is a blocked milk duct?
The new mum and 'TOWIE' star experienced an extreme pain in her right breast that left her 'shivering' and her bones 'aching'.
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Jada Pinkett Smith cries with mother of girl with alopecia who died by suicide
Niki Ball lost her 12-year-old daughter, who had been severely bullied for having the hair loss condition alopecia.
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Best time of day to exercise if weight loss is your goal
Research shows the right time to exercise depends on your main aim – are you striving for weight loss, muscle strength or overall better health?
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As Roman Kemp shares diagnosis and 'extreme tiredness' – what is sleep apnoea?
Sleep apnoea requires treatment to prevent it from becoming serious – what are the signs and symptoms of Roman Kemp's health condition?