England's top doctor Stephen Powis warns against overprescribing drugs

REDUCING overprescribing of drugs is "more important than ever" after the pandemic and GPs should not dish out a "pill for every ill," England's top doctor has said. Professor Sir Stephen Powis warned patients were taking too many medications and suggested a drop in checks during the last two years had exacerbated the problem.

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Heart disease: Nordic walking could help people with the condition – what is it?

HEART disease is one of the UK's biggest killers in terms of groups of diseases. Every few minutes the likelihood is someone will die from a form of heart disease. This isn't just a problem limited to the United Kingdom, but one seen in other countries too.

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High blood pressure: The seemingly healthy food to ‘avoid’ - it can lead to hypertension

HIGH blood pressure, or hypertension, is the predecessor of life-threatening complications, ranging from heart attacks to strokes. An expert shares one seemingly healthy breakfast option that should be avoided as it could raise your risk of the silent condition.

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Prince William 'besotted' by Princess Charlotte's football skills - royal is 'growing up'

PRINCE WILLIAM met the England women's team today at St George's Park in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire. He opened up about a very sweet conversation with his daughter Princess Charlotte, alluding to his great parenting skills.

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Cancer: The sign in your lower back that could be a ‘red flag’ symptom - ‘Watch out’

ALTHOUGH cancer can be a daunting prospect, being able to spot the warning signs and symptoms can help pick up the condition early. An expert has shared the red flags to spot when it comes to cervical cancer, which affects nearly 3,200 people every year.

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Dementia: 10 ways to tell the difference between Alzheimer's and age-related issues

DEMENTIA is a devastating condition for all those involved. Currently more than 850,000 of us are living with it in the UK. And with an ageing population, it is predicted this will surpass one million people in the next few years.

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Tyson Fury health: Boxing star on his turbulent health - 'I have been unwell all my life'

TYSON FURY made a huge U-turn on his retirement as he recently announced that he will "100 percent" return to the ring. Making cryptic claims concerning his return to possibly fight Oleksandr Usyk if the right price was offered, one thing that Fury has always been open about is his battle with mental health and bipolar diagnosis.

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Cancer: Peeing a certain number of times daily may signal early-stage cancer - 'Be alert'

CANCER can heavily impact the body's biological functions, including those involved in the reproductive system. Unfortunately, very few symptoms appear until the disease is advanced. But an increased frequency of your trips to the bathroom may be an early sign of cancer.

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Long Covid: Nutritionist recommends best anti-inflammatory foods to help symptoms

WITH one in three coronavirus patients believed to have been affected by lasting symptoms, learning how to manage life with long Covid is so important. Sufferers report a range of issues from fatigue, anxiety, muscle aches and "brain fog" among others. Like many conditions though, there is evidence that what you eat could make a difference.

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Stroke: The ‘terrible’ symptom that could point to the ‘medical emergency’ - first signs

STROKE represents a "life-threatening" medical emergency that requires immediate help. Elizabeth Gilberg, now 50, recalled the "terrible" symptom which preceded a stroke in her early 30s. Here are the symptoms she experienced.

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'It all happened quite quickly' Man, 65, battled cancer after suffering no symptoms

PROSTATE CANCER remains the most common cancer in men across the UK, but for the 52,300 new prostate cancer cases in the UK every year, many remain asymptomatic. Dave Fenneberg, 72, from Essex is one of those men, who was diagnosed with advanced and aggressive prostate cancer despite showing no symptoms whatsoever. So how can you catch prostate cancer early?

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The NHS puts in great efforts to catch cancer symptoms early without needing to see a GP

PHARMACY staff will be given powers to send patients for cancer checks if they spot symptoms as part of a drive to boost early diagnosis. A pilot scheme will see customers referred directly for scans and tests without needing to see a GP. Symptoms that could trigger a referral from a community pharmacy team include a cough lasting more than three weeks, difficulty swallowing or blood in urine.

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Heatstroke: Eight signs you need to call 999

WITH the return of summer comes the return of long days and short nights, loud festivals and time with friends. However, it also marks the return of hot days and the associated dangers. As the UK gets ready to bask in a mini heatwave, it becomes more important than ever to know the signs not all is well in the sun.

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