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A third of medical professional believe beds are currently blocked by people in hospital who would be able to go home sooner

NHS bed blocking crisis fuelled by poor quality incontinence care

These are the 26 best GP surgeries in Scotland - as voted for by patients.

The 26 leading GP surgeries in Scotland - as voted for by patients

Over half have suffered discomfort for more than a year

Eight in 10 Brits suffer chronic pain - say life is 'on hold'

The exact date to order your repeat prescriptions to get them in time for Easter according to a pharmacist.

The last date you can order repeat prescriptions in time for Easter

A skin expert has outlined five warning signs of skin cancer.

Skin cancer symptoms: five warning signs according to a skin expert

The spring Covid booster vaccination programme is currently underway.

Warning over slump in elderly getting spring Covid boosters

If you woke up with your first symptoms of endometriosis today, you’re likely not to get a diagnosis until 2034

Education 'most important thing' in tackling endometriosis delays

More than 1.5 million NHS employees guard our health frontlines every day

Ad Feature NHS staff can save HUNDREDS with these Mother's Day discounts

Heart disease is a leading cause of death among women in the UK

UK women less likely to seek help for chest pain and heart issues

MANUP? has announced the extension of its support for groundbreaking research into male suicide

Ad Feature Suicide is the lead killer of UK men under 50 - research reveals why

Europe has recorded the highest number of measles cases in 25 years.

Worrying signs of measles to watch out for as cases rise in the UK

Hay fever symptoms include sneezing, a runny nose and itchy eyes.

The one thing you can do to alleviate hay fever symptoms right now

Honey is a popular pancake topping - but it shouldn't be given to children under one.

The one ingredient you should never feed your baby on Pancake Day

From grapefruit to St John's Wort, there are certain everyday things that can affect the contraception pill.

These five things can make the contraceptive pill less effective

One in five people in the UK live with diabetes or pre-diabetes.

How to spot the warning signs of diabetes as cases on the rise

Babies and young children can develop dehydration from norovirus which can become very serious and require urgent medical treatment.

Symptoms of norovirus to look out for after the Half Term holidays

Joint pain can be agonising for many people

The £12 knee pain reliever recommended by consultant that 'works'

Beka Naylor at work. The NHS nurse, from Doncaster, was recovering from cancer treatment at Sheffield's Northern General Hospital when her car was stolen from outside her home. Photo: Beka Naylor/SWNS

Video: Scumbag thief steals car of cancer patient during hospital stay

Patients regularly ask when they can have sex again

'Low impact' sex guide for injured lovers recovering from surgery

New rules are coming in for anyone wanting to buy weight loss injections online.

New rules will make it harder to buy weight loss injections online

McDonald’s UK: Green milkshake to make debut in restaurants in time for St Patrick’s Day (Photo: McDonald's/Adobe Stock)

McDonald's launches new green milkshakes - a first for UK menus

Norovirus cases are continue to surge this winter.

Norovirus symptoms you shouldn't ignore as cases reach new winter high

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Tuberculosis (TB) cases in England have increased by 13%.

Tuberculosis symptoms you need to know - as cases rise in England

The NHS has been hit with a 'quad-demic' of seasonal illness this winter.

How to protect your child from picking up these common bugs at nursery

Cases of HMPV have been surging in China.

Seven common HMPV symptoms to look out for as UK cases numbers rise

NHS Tayside is asking for the public to help make sure beds are always available.

Advice on taking small steps to ease pressure on the NHS

ASH Scotland hopes that shared experiences will help others.

Charity appeals to ex-smokers to share their experiences of quitting

One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer.

New most common cancer in the UK named - how to check your risk

Moment more than 200 sheep run through town.

Watch: Moment more than 200 sheep are herded through town

A fifth UK case of mpox Clade Ib has been found in Leeds

Doctor shares red flag symptoms of Mpox that you shouldn't ignore

With so many illnesses around this winter, it can be hard to know when symptoms of a cough are serious.

Red flag symptoms that you shouldn't ignore if you have a cough

Winter can be a challenging time for our mental health.

Pharmacist shares five ways to help symptoms of 'winter depression'

9 healthy foods to put in your child’s packed lunch according to the NHS (Photo: Pixel-Shot - stock.adobe.com)

9 healthy foods recommended by NHS for your child’s lunch

Viral infections like the flu are very common in children.

Flu symptoms in kids: warning signs parents need to know

Baby foods you should feed your children - and when to start (Photo: New Africa - stock.adobe.com)

Everything you need to know about food for your baby

Cases of the flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus remain high across the UK.

How to tell the difference between flu, Covid, RSV and norovirus

Covid and flu vaccines are available now, along with a new vaccine for RSV.

Charity urges older people to take up vaccine offers

More than 50% of people infected with Covid have reported sneezing as a symptom on the ZOE Covid app. Interestingly it tends to be more common among people who have been vaccinated and then tested positive for the virus.

Flu symptoms to look out for as NHS warn about 'worst ever' flu season

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a warning about buying weight-loss drugs online.

Warning issued for anyone buying weight-loss drugs online

The healthy swaps you can make in the New Year - and NHS tips (Photo: alicja neumiler - stock.adobe.co)

Healthy food swaps the whole family can make in the new year

Norovirus levels across the UK are “the highest in more than a decade” (Photo: Adobe)

Norovirus: latest symptoms as cases surge just after Christmas

Omaze winners Catherine & Chris Carwardine at their £3 million mansion in Lake Windermere.

Winning £3m Omaze home changed my life...but I'm still an NHS nurse
An NHS worker who won a £3 million home says “she’ll never have to worry about money ever again” - but she didn’t quit her job as a nurse.

Opening hours for pharmacies will change over Christmas and New Year.

Pharmacy Christmas and New Year opening times

The festive season can be a challenging time for mental health.

Top tips for looking after your mental health this Christmas

Best mattresses for children: help your child grow and sleep

Best mattresses for children: help your child grow and sleep

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Uber is offering free rides for NHS staff at Christmas - how to claim

Decorating for Christmas acknowledges the promise of better times to come.

Westminster Notes - Reflecting on a bittersweet time of the year

The NHS are urging those who are eligible to get the flu vaccine.

People urged to protect themselves as hospital admissions for flu soar

The 'Kawasaki' norovirus strain now accounts for 70% of all cases.

Norovirus: symptoms to watch out for this Christmas

People who are eligible are being encouraged to get vaccinated to protect themselves from the 'quad-demic'.

What is the 'quad-demic'? Symptoms of Covid, RSV, norovirus and flu

Junk food adverts are set to be banned from October 2025 (Photo: beats_ - stock.adobe.com)

Junk food advert ban - which foods will be included?

ME Action UK campaigners gather in Parliament Square to demand the £100s millions missing from ME research.

ME: 'Tired doesn't even come close to describing it'

It's important to be aware of the symptoms of Covid this Christmas.

Covid symptoms you should look out for this Christmas

Norovirus is highly contagious.

Health officials issue 'stay home' warning if you have these symptoms

Norovirus levels across the UK are “the highest in more than a decade” (Photo: Adobe)

Norovirus UK: People with these symptoms urged to stay at home

A new case of mpox has been detected in Leeds, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed.

The differences between the mild and deadly Mpox strains explained

Maggie Hackney was the face of a '60's blood donor campaign and didn't know until recently

I was the face of a '60's blood donor campaign. I was amazed to see it

Some common cold and flu medications can cause drowsiness.

Common cold and flu medications that could see drivers fined

Asthma attacks can often occur in response to a trigger such as an allergy, infections or mould and damp.

Warning signs of an asthma attack that you shouldn't ignore

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People celebrate the summer solstice at Stonehenge.

Date and forecast for summer solstice as people celebrate in the UK

Ferryden Primary School was visited by Nicola Davidson, KSB's education and learning officer.

Eco schools commended

RNLI lifeguards will return to Broughty Ferry beach from this weekend. (Pic: RNLI/Nick Mailer)

RNLI urge public to stay safe as lifeguards return this weekend

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