Type 1 diabetes linked to epilepsy risk

People with type 1 diabetes may be at almost three times the risk of developing epilepsy in later life, according to a study.

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Diabetes drug linked to bladder cancer

The diabetes medication pioglitazone may increase the risk of developing bladder cancer, according to a study in The BMJ.

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Eating pulses 'could help with weight loss'

Eating one serving of pulses each day could contribute to modest weight loss, according to a new study.

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Should men in their 40s get prostate cancer test?

Prostate cancer tests should be available to younger men, a panel of experts has concluded.

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DVLA must act on diabetes hypo rule, says charity

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) should act urgently to overturn a ban on drivers with diabetes who experience severe hypoglycaemia while asleep, a charity says.

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Healthy eating pre-pregnancy

When you are trying to get pregnant it pays to make sure your diet is giving you all the nutrients you need. A healthy diet may improve your chances of conceiving and give your baby a better start.

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Endometriosis linked to heart disease risk

Women with endometriosis have a higher risk of developing heart disease than those without the condition, according to a new study.

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An end to pregnancy rubella screening in England

Pregnant women in England will stop being screened for rubella from this Friday, the 1st April.

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An end to pregnancy rubella screening in England

Pregnant women in England will stop being screened for rubella from this Friday, the 1st April.

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Bowel cancer: Families face 'hidden anguish'

Family and friends of people with bowel cancer face “hidden anguish” because they are unable to access support, says a charity.

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Exercising 'can slow brain ageing by 10 years'

Taking exercise is known to confer an impressive range of health benefits. Now, a new study suggests it can help delay brain ageing in older people.

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Sugar in kids' fruit drinks 'unacceptably high'

The amount of sugar in fruit drinks marketed for children, including natural fruit juices and particularly smoothies, is “unacceptably high”, say researchers.

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Acupuncture 'no longer recommended for back pain'

The health regulator says there is not enough evidence to show that acupuncture is a worthwhile treatment for lower back pain

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Junior doctors to stage all-out strike

The dispute between junior doctors and the government in England is set to escalate after the British Medical Association (BMA) announced it would hold an all-out strike.

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Most female child cancer survivors 'can conceive'

Most women who have been successfully treated for childhood cancer with modern chemotherapy stand a good chance of becoming pregnant, a large study has found.

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Variations in maternity care 'concerning'

Variations in care received by women giving birth in hospitals in England are concerning, says the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG).

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We're eating less salt, but could do better

The latest figures show adults are eating nearly a gram of salt less than they did 10 years ago.

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NHS type 2 diabetes prevention help FAQs

The NHS in England is starting a major type 2 diabetes prevention programme.

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Moderate drinking 'not so healthy'

The evidence for the health benefits of moderate drinking is ‘shaky’ at best, according to new analysis from Canada.

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New action to halve stillbirth rate

NHS England has published new guidance aimed at halving the rate of stillbirths.

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Prostate cancer: Ultrasound 'shows promise'

Doctors believe a revolutionary sound wave technique being used to treat prostate cancer could be as effective as surgery or radiotherapy.

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Prostate cancer drug u-turn welcomed

The NHS in England is to fund abiraterone (Zytiga) for some men with prostate cancer before having chemotherapy after the regulator NICE previously rejected the drug.

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Some people with autism 'won't see 40th birthday'

People with autism die younger than those without the condition, a charity is warning.

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Study highlights threat of antibiotic resistance

A new study has highlighted the growing threat to the effectiveness of antibiotics after researchers found high levels of bacterial resistance to the drugs given to children with a common condition.

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Ditch commuting by car to lose weight, finds study

Leaving the car at home and walking to work or cycling could help you lose weight, says a study.

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New 'Eatwell Guide' served up to the public

Remember the ‘eatwell plate’? The latest guide to help us make healthy decisions about food is still plate-shaped, but now it is called the 'Eatwell Guide’.

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Are sit-stand desks good for health?

Desks designed to let you stand up or sit down at work have become more popular recently. However, do they boost your health and fitness?

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Welsh e-cigarette public places ban fails

A proposed ban on the use of electronic cigarettes in some public places in Wales has been rejected by the Welsh Assembly.

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Infertile men have higher risk of diabetes & osteoporosis

Men with low sperm counts are at a higher risk of metabolic disease in later years, according to a study.

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Sugar tax announced to help cut child obesity

Chancellor George Osborne has announced a new sugar tax on the soft drinks industry to help cut child obesity.

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43% of women smokers resume after giving birth

More than 4 in 10 women who quit smoking during pregnancy start again after they give birth, says a study.

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Does the menopause make you fat?

Even women who’ve had few problems with their weight during their lives tend to find weight management harder when they hit the menopause. Why is that and what can you do about it?

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6 things every woman should know about hysterectomy

It’s one of the most common operations carried out in the UK, but how much do you know about hysterectomy?

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8 tips for shiny hair

Some people have a natural mirror-like sheen to their hair, but whatever your hair type there’s plenty of scope for shine.

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Pets and the new baby

Pets that have been established in a home before a new baby arrives will experience a world-shifting change in their lives, and if not handled well, this can lead to problems for everyone.

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Hair loss causes in women

Hair loss in women can be caused by a number of factors, including stress, genetics, hormones or poor nutrition.

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Anti-ageing hair care

It’s quite normal to have a selection of moisturisers, serums and blurring creams to keep the wrinkles at bay. So why not try the same tricks with your hair?

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Cold turkey beats cutting down to quit smoking

Smokers who cut down the amount of cigarettes they smoke are less likely to quit than those who stop altogether, new research has found.

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Hair loss in women – tips for colouring

When your hair is thinning you’ll want to do everything you can to protect what you’ve got but at the same time trying to make it look as good as possible. Don’t give up on colour.

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9 things cardiologists wish you knew about your heart

A heart experts shares some of the things he wishes people knew about heart health.

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10 dos and don’ts of healthy hair

By giving your hair a bit of TLC you can achieve healthy looking hair that’s strong, soft and shiny. We spoke to the experts for their top tips.

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Awkward patients 'more likely to be misdiagnosed'

Doctors are more likely to get a diagnosis wrong if they are faced by a difficult patient, says new research.

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Top tips for growing hair

If you are dreaming of long, flowing locks, there are certain things you can do to encourage your hair to grow.

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Brain tumour patients 'let down'

Brain tumour patients have been let down by successive governments who have failed to invest enough in research, say MPs.

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Measles and scarlet fever cases rising

Steep increases in the number of scarlet fever cases have been reported across England. Official are also warning of early signs of an outbreak of measles in parts of London, South East England and Eastern England.

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Drink 'aids memory problems in early dementia'

Preliminary results have emerged of a clinical trial that suggests an over-the-counter nutritional drink may help memory difficulties in people with early-stage dementia.

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Prescription charges going up again in England

Prescription charges in England are to rise by 20p from £8.20 to £8.40 in April

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Drug duo 'shrinks breast cancer tumours in days'

A combination of 2 drugs has been shown to shrink or eliminate breast cancer tumours in some women in just 11 days, according to specialists in the UK.

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'Good' cholesterol may be bad for your heart

Some people with high levels of so-called ‘good’ cholesterol may be at a much higher risk of developing coronary heart disease, according to a study.

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Too much or too little sleep link to heart disease

Getting too much sleep or having too little is being linked to a higher risk of heart disease in a new study.

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