Louise said ‘I saw each finger being taken away from me’

EXCLUSIVE: Experts urge mask-wearing as England battles ‘super flu’ surge threatening hospitals this winter.

Nestlé has issued a precautionary recall of some baby formula products across the globe

Overweight people shed large amounts on jabs but gain 0.8 kg a month on average once off them, study shows.

A mother has shared a harrowing account of her son’s dementia diagnosis after he fell ill in his 20s

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the UK, affecting 55,300 men each year

Immune cells are most commonly engineered to kill cancers, but now, scientists have shown the technique makes the gut lining of older mice resemble that of younger mice, raising hopes that the same approach could work in people

Bowel cancer in people under the age of 50 is increasing worldwide and scientists are striving to find out why.

There is “an urgent need for more proactive public health surveillance and intervention efforts”, argue scientists in a new paper.

The new self-sampling method, which is done at home and the dry sample sent by post, could make Alzheimer’s testing much more accessible.

Mammals aren’t known for the ocular regenerative powers, but a new study shows that nature has a few tricks up its sleeve.

NHS Online due to launch in England next year will provide eye, prostate and menopause care.

A ban on TV junk food advertising before the watershed and a blanket ban online will come into force this evening in a bid to tackle the childhood obesity crisis.

Innovative research into the gene-editing tool targets influenza’s ability to replicate—stopping it in its tracks.

The supermarket has recalled a selection of goods with the Food Standards Agency issuing a do not eat notice for customers.

A top cardiologist explains the lesser-known behaviours that may be putting your cardiovascular health at risk

Using MRI scans and blood tests, a new AI model may help patients receive personalized treatments for MS.

Scientists hope the device can help give patients more warning ahead of seizures and prevent potential injuries

This drug is prescribed to millions of Brits to help prevent blood clots forming

NHS bosses say the fall is welcome, but expect freezing temperatures to increase pressure on the health service.

Amlodipine is one of the most commonly prescribed medicines in the UK and is used to treat high blood pressure and angina, but NHS guidance warns to call 999 for one specific symptom

DEMAND for fat jabs is predicted to double this year to more than three million patients. Experts have warned slimmers to beware of the dangerous black market as fake pharmacies and injections beco…

Medications typically used for skin, mouth and bacterial infections could prompt the side effects

Capri was diagnosed after her mum Elissa sought medical attention – with initial assessments suggesting viral symptoms

Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 – with surprising results

For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious.

The initiative will focus on families who have ‘fallen through the cracks’

NHS warns hospitals remain under intense pressure with 95% of adult beds filled despite flu cases stabilising, as cold health alerts are issued for England

Even a short bout of exercise can trigger a rapid molecular change in the blood that helps stave off tumour progression, say scientists.

The NHS has detailed important advice about Atorvastatin side effects, including when to seek emergency help, though most patients handle the cholesterol medication well.

Many Brits will be spending their New Year’s Eve celebrations surrounded by a variety of drinks

Doctors warn the NHS is ‘not out of danger yet’ as flu cases stretch hospitals and new cold weather alerts threaten to pile even more pressure onto services

More than half of men and millions of women are affected by hair loss. It causes low self-esteem in some and anxiety in others. Thankfully, scientists around the world are getting to the roots of the problem with pioneering new treatments.

A new theory has been put forward, suggesting that damage to this vital part of the brain could explain why these conditions affect so many bodily systems.

Evolution probably should have consulted the sailors who died of scurvy first.

A&E medics have treated nearly 1.9 million cases of headache in the past five years

Marks and Spencers is launching a new range of ‘nutrient dense’ food targeted at people who have reduced appetites due to taking weight loss jabs.

You may need to see a GP if you do not feel better after a few changes

NHS has also shared a full list of other symptoms to watch out for

Scientists are on the verge of a dental miracle.

A mum-of-two young boys claimed she had been misdiagnosed for years but was later told she had a rare condition, after she slept for 24 hours straight, missing her son’s birthday party

Leader of Britain’s medics warned the NHS ‘could quite easily fall over’ due to exodus

The NHS has issued a warning for patients prescribed digoxin, urging them to speak to a doctor if they experience more than two common side effects

Dementia is a general term used to describe a range of symptoms and signs associated with a decline in memory or other thinking skills severe enough to reduce a person’s ability to perform everyday activities

The medicine is not recommended for certain groups of people

The model lets scientists study the genome across time and space.

Across GP surgeries and hospitals, as migration increases and health systems strain, doctors are turning to an untested helper: Google Translate.

Leading medical professionals and midwives are now urging pregnant women to come forward

Symptoms of the health issue have the potential to give rise to hazardous situations

You may not realise that some of your favourite festive foods and drinks could be damaging your teeth and gums