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Specific 'personality change' could be an early sign of dementia

Dementia is an illness that can affect anyone and while it is completely normal for your memory to be forgetful with things such as tiredness, stress or illness getting in the way

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'I'm a qualified nutritional therapist - these everyday foods can help bone and muscle growth'

Most of us do not consume enough protein or fibre each day - but these foods that people often have in the cupboards could change that

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Women leading the charge for sexual wellness on IWD

They are taking the industry by storm and have become experts in their fields

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Horrifying Mother's Day cards come with a hidden message

At a quick glance the cards appear like any other on Mother’s Day - pink hues and blooming flowers

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Whooping cough warning as 'there are deaths now'

The condition spreads very easily and can sometimes cause serious problems

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Your long-lasting cold could be down to your sink, expert says

A study by the University of East Anglia found sink and bath drains and plugholes are troubling reservoirs for microbes

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Couple lost 10st in weight by going on 'holiday'

The pair said it was a daunting prospect, but they did lots of research in advance

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Professor Tim Spector explains two food types to reduce inflammation and improve joint pain

People should making sure they have the important vegetables and fruits containing the chemicals needed to improve health, he said

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Optician warns common eye symptom could be a sign of serious illness

An optometrist said sensitivity was usually a symptom of another problem

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Scientists discover what causes Parkinson's, Tourette's and OCD

A new study has discovered a way to 'turn off' four common cognitive disorders, including Parkinson's disease, using Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

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Warning over sleep as new study finds diabetes link

The researchers looked at the health data of 247,867 adults in the UK Biobank - a database containing medical and lifestyle records of more than half a million people

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Optician says 'don't do this' when you get itchy eyes

With spring on the way the pollen is set to rise, which will be unwelcome news for some people

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Silent killer which shows no symptoms until in the 'advanced stages'

'You probably will not know you have it unless it's diagnosed during tests carried out for another reason' the NHS said

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People drinking just 2 litres of low-cal drinks a week have 20% higher risk of heart condition

Researchers say people who consume drinks with many of the popular sweeteners or with added sugar could be at risk of developing condition which increases stroke risk

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Professor Tim Spector told exercise which is 'better than gym' for living longer

Dan Buettner told the Zoe podcast how people get great benefit from activity they continue into their 90s

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Lung cancer red-flag symptoms as expert says 'see a GP'

More than half of people diagnosed with lung cancer will die within one year of diagnosis, even with treatment

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Six-ingredient dessert could help you quit smoking

The pudding contains vitamins and minerals linked to reduced cravings and improved mood

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Covid warning to anyone who vapes

Professor Prue Talbot said “It would probably be best for vapers to quit vaping for the protection of their health"

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More than half of UK women dropping out of exercise regularly, research reveals

A study discovered that women across the country are experiencing barriers to exercise, from time pressures (80%) and low self-confidence (55%) to cost of gyms (65%) and not feeling sporty enough (58%)

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Change in drinking habit after 40 could be early sign of dementia

Experts say many people get the wrong diagnosis and the wrong treatment

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Tim Spector says one food linked to diabetes, obesity and other problems

The professor said we are being tricked into buying the food and has likened it to 'passive smoking'

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Foot symptom could be a sign of heart failure, experts say

If you spot the signs and they don't go away after a couple of days, talk to a GP

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20p a day supplement boosts brain health in 12 weeks, study shows

Dr Mary Ni Lochlainn from King’s College London, said: 'We are excited to see these changes'

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Marriage causes 'significant risk' to men's health, experts warn

Married women, according to researchers, do not appear to put on as much weight as their husbands after taking their vows.

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