Out to lunch? Not if you're a stressed worker

Many office workers in the UK say they feel under so much pressure that they don’t leave the office during their lunch break.

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Concerns over child diabetes health checks

Almost three-quarters of 12-year-olds with diabetes in England and Wales are not receiving all their key annual health checks to help keep their condition under control, says a report published by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).

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Running 'better than cycling for your bones'

Running could be better for bone health than cycling or swimming, say scientists

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Caution urged over 'once a day' sunscreens

Sun lovers should be wary about believing that once-a-day sunscreens will protect them from a full day’s exposure to the sun, says a report by the consumer magazine Which?

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Lung disease 'neglected by the NHS'

The UK has one of the worst rates of death from lung disease in Europe, yet the amount of NHS resources dedicated to prevention and treatment trail other comparable diseases, says a new report.

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HPV jab for gay men trials in England

Trials offering HPV vaccination for men who have sex with men in some parts of England have been announced to help protect against some cancers

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Are you in a 'distressed relationship'?

Pressure of work, money problems and childcare issues have contributed to almost 1 in 5 adults in relationships in the UK having severe relationship problems, according to a study by Relate

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Legal highs ban 'is a leap into the unknown'

The Psychoactive Substances Act came into force today, bringing an end to so-called ‘legal highs’.

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Health advice issued for Rio Olympic fans

Travel advice is being issued for people heading to the Olympic Games in Brazil this summer, including information about the Zika virus in the country.

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Air pollution 'could raise stillbirth risk'

Researchers investigating whether air pollution can increase the risk of stillbirth say there is enough “suggestive evidence” for a link and that further studies should be carried out.

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NICE recommends three diabetes treatments

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is issuing guidance recommending three existing drugs as individual treatments for type 2 diabetes.

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Surgery 'should be diabetes treatment option'

Diabetes experts are calling for obesity surgery to be recognised as a standard treatment option for obese people with type 2 diabetes.

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Better sex education helps cut teen pregnancy rate

The rate of teenage pregnancies in some parts of England has almost halved over the past 15 years thanks to a programme of sex education and youth friendly contraceptive services, according to research published in the medical journal, The Lancet.

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Anti-malaria drug Lariam 'last resort for troops'

MPs say MoD should only consider antimalarial medication Lariam as a drug of last resort for the armed forces

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'Eat more fat' report stokes controversy

A controversial report which recommends that we eat more fat to tackle obesity and the rise of type 2 diabetes has prompted criticism from public health experts.

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UK cancer carers 'now almost 1.5 million'

The number of people in the UK caring for someone with cancer has risen by almost a third in the past 5 years, according to research commissioned by Macmillan Cancer Support.

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Too few women checking for breast cancer: Poll

Women are being reminded of the importance of checking their breasts for signs of breast cancer after a survey found a significant proportion were neglecting to do so.

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Want to keep hunger at bay? Add these to your shopping list

Here’s a shopping list of items that can help you fight hunger, kick your snacking habits and boost your metabolism.

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UK introduces plain tobacco packaging

The UK has become the latest country to introduce plain, standardised packaging of cigarettes.

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Can healthy living prevent cancer?

A large proportion of people could avoid getting cancer if they made lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting back on drinking alcohol and maintaining a healthy weight, according to new research.

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Superbugs 'will kill 1 person every 3 seconds'

Superbugs will kill 10 million people worldwide every year by 2050 unless urgent steps are taken to curb antimicrobial resistance, says a report. That’s equivalent to 1 person every 3 seconds.

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ADHD may first appear in young adults

Two studies published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry focus on apparent differences between ADHD in childhood and adulthood and suggest that, for some people, symptoms of the disorder may first appear in young adulthood.

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Junior doctors' dispute settled

Talks between the government and junior doctors’ leaders in England have been successful and a deal has been reached to end their dispute.

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Zika virus 'could spread to southern Europe'

The World Health Organisation (WHO) says there’s a ‘moderate risk’ that the Zika virus could spread to southern Europe this summer and late spring.

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Gardens 'should be prescribed for health'

Gardens and gardening are good for your health and should play a role in the nation’s health and social care system, says a report by a health think tank.

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Magic mushroom chemical 'promising for depression'

A hallucinogenic chemical found in magic mushrooms may help some people with depression, a small study finds

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Is it time for a mental health check-up?

When we’re feeling physically unwell we take it easy, get some medicine or go and see the GP. What about our mental health? Do we look after it in the same way?

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Are potatoes linked to high blood pressure?

Whether you like your potatoes boiled, baked, mashed or as chips, new US research has linked them to an increased risk of developing high blood pressure.

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Concerns over teen and toddler poisonings

Two unrelated studies reveal a concern in poisoning cases among adolescents and young children.

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Regional variations in UK stillbirths

A new report on perinatal deaths in the UK, that is stillbirths and the deaths of babies soon after birth, has found a small fall in deaths overall, but experts say there are wide regional variations.

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New campaign against pregnancy discrimination

A new campaign is highlighting employment rights for mums and mums-to-be after official research found young women are more likely to experience pregnancy and maternity discrimination at work.

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Raising a child with a severe allergy

Get tips on bringing up a child with a severe allergy.

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Royals speak up for mental health

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry have launched a new campaign today to tackle stigma, raise awareness and provide vital help for people with mental health challenges.

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Myths delay dementia diagnosis

An Alzheimer’s charity says myths and misunderstanding about the condition lead to many people putting off getting a dementia diagnosis.

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The truth behind mum's cold advice

Is there any truth in the words of wisdom your mum gives about colds? Are her homespun remedies spurious, or do they have a grain of science behind them?

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gestational-diabetes-baby-body-fat

New research has found that infants born to mothers with gestational diabetes have more body fat at 10 weeks old than in babies born to healthy mothers

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Unhealthy food ads aimed at kids could be banned

Adverts for unhealthy food targeted at children could be banned from all TV, cinema, radio, newspapers, and magazines, and online to help tackle obesity.

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New international diabetes and Ramadan guidelines

New guidelines from the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) are the most comprehensive to date to address diabetes and Ramadan, including religious as well as medical guidance.

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NHS 'should do more weight loss ops'

According to experts writing in the BMJ, the NHS needs to provide more weight-loss operations to help tackle the obesity epidemic in the UK.

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Temporary tattoo festival warning

Skin experts are warning of the dangers of having certain temporary tattoos at festivals and on holiday in the UK and abroad this summer.

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Cutting back on fizzy drinks

Have you got a fizzy drink habit? If you find yourself constantly reaching for a can, you should be cutting back.

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Natural beauty tips

It’s the things that you do every day that play the biggest part in making you look good, and what’s more, they’re free!

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Pregnancy pre-eclampsia tests approved

The NHS in England is to fund two new blood tests to help rule out pre-eclampsia in pregnancy.

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Lyme disease review ordered

Reviews have been ordered into the diagnosis, treatment and transmission of Lyme disease.

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Hospital weekend effect 'a simplification'

Part of the government’s argument for wanting a 7-day NHS is challenged by two new studies that suggest having more doctors on duty at weekends will not, by itself, lead to fewer people dying at weekends.

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ChildLine issues exam stress tips

The children’s charity ChildLine is issuing stressbusting tips after a rise in calls from children worried about exams.

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Poor heart attack aftercare 'leads to needless deaths'

Almost 33,000 deaths could have been avoided in England and Wales over a 10-year period if better aftercare had been given to people following a heart attack, says a study.

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Swaddling babies linked to SIDS

Swaddling or wrapping babies is a traditional way some parents use to help sooth a baby and promote sleep, but concerns have been raised after researched linked it with sudden infant death syndrome – SIDS.

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Diet drinks in pregnancy link to baby weight gain

Pregnant women who have an artificially sweetened ‘diet’ drink every day may be at a higher risk of having a baby with a higher body mass index (BMI) according to a study.

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Thousands of children 'ill-prepared for school'

Almost a third of children starting at primary schools in England for the first time are not ready for the classroom, education experts say.

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