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But a new study from Cancer Research UK and published in the British Medical Journal found death rates from the disease among those aged 35 to 69 have plummeted

A new study from Cancer Research UK and published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) found death rates from the disease among those aged 35 to 69 have plummeted, thanks to screening, better treatments and policies aimed at cutting smoking.

Ultra-processed food has been linked to more than 30 damaging and deadly health outcomes, including cancer, heart problems, type 2 diabetes and even depression and anxiety

It turns out there is an incredibly simple handshake trick that may show you the real state of your health, including whether or not you are at risk for an early death

Alzheimer's disease can present itself with a range of unpleasant symptoms such as memory loss, confusion, and even hallucinations. However, could a common drink slash your risk of getting the progressive condition?

It might seem perfectly innocent, but there is a horrifying reason why you should absolutely never hold it in if you feel like you are about to sneeze, doctors have warned

One health expert sharing tips on social media has warned that some potentially fatal conditions can manifest on your skin in noticeable ways - across your legs, nails and even ears

The UK is currently grappling with a severe bout of coronavirus - wth the latest wave causing some of the most severe symptoms since the vaccine rollout. Are you worried about it?

The last thing you want to be worrying about over Christmas is your health, but it is still important to be alert to the warning signs of potential cancer over December and into the New Year

Documents show civil servants demanding rewrites of a scientific analysis, over fears it would give nuclear veterans "a bonanza"

Childhood cancer is the leading cause of death in youngsters over the age of one but many are missing tell-tale signs according to important new British Medical Journal research

Scientists compared high-intensity statins and found patients taking some types may be more than a third more likely to develop a serious debilitating condition

With the new Covid variant Pirola now spreading 'in most regions in the UK', experts are urging people to wear face coverings in indoor public areas again - and thousands of you agree

You may not realise it, but something as simple as just a handshake is able to tell you more about your health than you might think, according to studies.

With the UK being declared a hotspot for cases of new Covid mutation 'Pirola', experts are urging people to wear face coverings in indoor public places again - do you agree?

Scientists found bed rest while recovering from routine surgery can lead to frailty, disability and even death, so they recommend daily minimum 25 minutes of walking

Medical professionals have warned the Danish study involving more than 60,000 women has "fundamental limitations" as it found those using HRT were more likely to be diagnosed with dementia

The woman from Japan developed a black furry tongue as a side effect to taking an antibiotic to fight the side effects of chemotherapy to fight her rectal cancer

Around 90% of sufferers have Type 2 diabetes and the good news is it can be relieved and sometimes even reversed with simple changes to your diet, lifestyle and outlook

Scientists from the US and China looked at how much “free sugars” added to food and drinks impact upon 83 health outcomes

Liverpudlian pub landlord Sam Mercer had been recovering from a surgery to fix his broken femur when he suddenly passed away at home

In a scathing intervention, Professor Richard Sullivan and Dr Ajay Aggarwal warned the move is a sign that the government is not willing to deal with the "complexity and escalated costs" of effective cancer treatment